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A Valentine's Day treat is a wonderful way to express your appreciation for your significant other. If you are tired of simply buying a gift and saying “I love you”, perhaps you can repurpose this calendar event with something unforgettable.

What you choose to do will largely depend on your personal tastes, and to a large extent your gender. Subtle differences between the sexes mean his way of doing things is likely to differ from her way. Some argue that we live in an age where conventional gender roles are a thing of the past. Still, there is no reason you cannot use some of these older notions to enhance your valentine's celebration.

If you are a woman play up your more feminine traits. Even if you are the strong independent type, appeal to his ego and enhance your femininity by being more delicate and compliant. If you are a man, appeal to her innermost desire to be swept off her feet by displaying your masculine vitality. The final result could be a surprise for either.

Her way of celebrating

Make him a great meal, something he won't soon forget. It may be an old adage, but the way to a man's heart is still through his stomach. Few men can resist a dinner made with love and garnished with all the right elements. Once the meal is prepared, tantalize him with suggestive gestures and touches. Perhaps you could feed him with a bit of that dessert you spent a few hours making. Add a cherry on top and make a day of it. Whip cream may also figure very heavily into the mix. Get creative in your own way.

A romantic dinner for two is always a fail-safe. Once you add your personal touches you have the right recipe to having a fantastic Valentine's. Throw in a few heart shaped treats, for example cookies or a small cake, and use foods that have shades of red to induce life into your festive surprise.

How he celebrates

Instead of cooking, you may decide to give her a Valentine's massage complete with a traditional box of chocolates, champagne and red roses. Though this has been done a million times, it is the execution that will make it memorable. Depending on what you find convenient, you may invite her over and pick her up at the door to place her where you will perform the massage. You will then surely pour some champagne to put her in the right frame of mind. Finally, a bottle of massage oil or any other moisturising base coupled with those strong masculine hands are all you need to get her ready for a fun-filled night that she will surely enjoy.

A massage is a great way to unwind after a hectic day. Relieving tension is one of the best ways to get things started. Throw in a few kisses here and there and take some time to whisper a few “sweet nothings” during the course of this very therapeutic activity.