12 Delicious Black-Owned Food And Drink DIY Kits To Try This Valentine's Day

From cocktails, to the main course, to dessert – we've got you covered!

I'm Jackson, the founder of Black Eats LDN, the UK’s first & only black-owned restaurant directory. As I’m sure you already know, our latest lockdown means that none of us can spend Valentine’s Day at our favourite restaurants.

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So I carefully curated this list of delicious DIY kits so you can still have that romantic experience from the comfort of your own home. All kits featured offer nationwide UK delivery so nobody misses out!

🍸Drinks🍸

1. Original Pornstar Martini Kit

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Why it’s great:

Brought to life by Douglas Ankrah, the maker of the popular Pornstar Martini, the kit includes everything you need to recreate the iconic cocktail at home, as well as a bottle of La Vanille Grey Goose. Each kit comes with a unique QR which can be scanned to reveal a step-by-step guide on how to make the cocktail by Douglas as well as information on the history of the Pornstar Martini cocktail.

What else to know:

There are two types of kits available, one with a step-by-step guide, and the other with an exclusive LIVE interactive masterclass on Valentine’s day with Douglas for you and your partner.

Order by: Wednesday 10th February.

Price range: £24.99 - £60.00

2. Hacha Bar Luxury Agave Spirit Tasting Flight Kit

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Why it’s great:

East London based Hacha bar brings Mexico to you with their Luxury Agave Spirit Tasting Flights, each kit includes two serves of three different luxury Agave spirits, complete with pairing suggestions & full tasting notes, offered as a luxurious tasting kit for two people.

What else to know:

As London’s only Agaveria, and in line with their ethhos & ever-changing selection of premium Agave spirits, the flights will change regularly to ensure you try something different each time you order.

Order by: Wednesday 10th Feb or Collect from the Dalston location Thurs to Sat, 1-7 pm.

Price: £50.00

3. Padnas Deluxe & Party ‘n’ Paint Valentine’s Day Package

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Why it’s great:

Founded on their love for St. Lucian culture (the sun, the soca, and of course the rum!) and to make up for being locked down this Valentine's, Padna’s are spreading the love in as many ways as possible with their delicious rum punch packages. Each package also comes with rose petals to help set the mood.

What else to know:

The deluxe package provides you with all the ingredients needed to make a tantalising rum punch, all you have to provide is the vibe and ice! They’re also throwing in a Padnas Cocktail shaker as well as games, martini glasses, shot glasses, and sweets.

For the creative couple, Padnas have collaborated with Party N Paint. The Party N Paint package grants you access to their online paint party Zoom event where there will be a live DJ performing. This package comes with canvas, paints, brushes and paint pallet.

Order by: Monday 8th February.

Price: £25.20 - £75.60

🍽️Dinner🍽️

4. Myristica The Lovers Rock Four Course Tasting Menu With Prosecco

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Why it’s great:

Michelle Trusselle, a leading Head Chef with a Michelin-starred restaurant background launched her At Home by Myristica operation at the beginning of the pandemic, offering an ~elevated~ take on Caribbean cuisine. The Lovers Rock four-course tasting menu features dishes such as Breadfruit and Jerusalem artichoke soup with truffle & breadfruit crisps, Pickapeppa braised short-rib of grass-fed beef, spiced cod loin with citrus beurre noisette sauce Scotch bonnet gel, fried plantain & pink fir potatoes. Sweet tooth? There's the Jamaican ginger 'cake' chocolate fondant with rum creme anglaise to finish.

What else to know:

The menu is flexible, and you also have the option to choose cod as the main course for both, or just for one. This kit comes with easy to follow instructions that you just simply finish off, and will definitely impress your partner. They’re also offering their jerk chicken meal kits which start at a lower price point.

Order by: Monday 8th February.

Price range: £44.00 - £130.00

5. Juici Jerk Feel The Love Valentine's 3-Course-Meal

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Why it’s great:

Juici Jerk can often be found providing meals for the NHS but on Valentine’s day this year, you could be the one feeling the love with their 3-course meal. Their kit provides everything you need pre-prepared with minimal effort required. Including starters of pan-fried garlic king prawns, a main of butterflied jerk chicken, with sides of the iconic Jamaican rice & peas, coleslaw, plantain, and Mac n Cheese along with all the garnishes. Their dessert sweet treat box includes; triple stacked fudge brownie with fudge filling, chocolate-covered strawberries, doughnut rings & chocolate hearts.

What else to know:

To help set the Valentine’s Day moodm Juici Jerk will also be providing a 70cl bottle of prosecco, tea lights, rose petals, and their curated Lover’s Rock Spotify playlist all as a part of their kit for an unforgettable evening. Wanting to spend a little less? They also have smaller kits starting from £30, some of which are halal.

Order by: Wednesday 10th February.

Price range: £30.00 - £70.00

6. One Box Valentine’s Day Box Meal

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Why it’s great:

With both meat and vegetarian options, you could be enjoying starters of rum & garlic prawns or portobello mushrooms stuffed with spinach, topped with cheese. For mains, there’s the option of jerk chicken accompanied by sweet potato fries & coleslaw, or sweet and spicy chickpea, sweet potato, and spinach curry.

What else to know:

Both options come with either One Box rum punch or fruit punch, as well as a rich moist, chocolate brownie by Candie Cakez, and chocolate by Definite Chocolate. A pretty good deal, if you ask me!

Order by: Monday 8th February.

Price: £30

7. Jollof Mama Suya or Vegan Jollof Burrito Meal Kits

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Why it’s great:

London-based Jollof Mama showcases the most popular food in West Africa – jollof rice! Their burritos are filled with their signature secret recipe jollof rice and suya (Nigerian bbq), brown beans, and sweet fried plantain. The kit includes everything needed to create one of their burritos OR jollof meals at home.

What else to know:

Both their burrito and jollof kits come with the option of beef, chicken, mixed meat, or vegan.

Order by: Monday 8th February.

Price range: £20.00 - £35.00

8. Island Love Gourmet Trinidadian Doubles Kit

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Why it’s great:

Island Love Gourmet is run by Barbadian husband and wife team Ramon Marshall and Taymer Mason. Mason is a food scientist and the author of the cookbook Caribbean Vegan. originating from Trinidad, Doubles and are a well-loved Caribbean street food consisting of two fluffy savoury doughnut style discs and spiced chickpea filling. The excitement of doubles is the condiments, and Island Love Gourmet offers everything you need – tamarind chutney, a dehydrated coconut chutney (just add water!), and a fiery hot sauce! Doubles are as delicious as they are filling.

What else to know:

Doubles can be paired with cool cucumber to balance the heat of the spices. The kit is available until Feb 28th 2021.

Order by: Tuesday 9th February before 12pm.

Price: £15.50

9. Marli's Kitchen Vegan Meal Kits for 2

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Why it’s great:

100% Plant-based Marli’s Kitchen has three kits for you – you can choose from their crispy fried Chick’Un or oyster mushroom burgers oozing with smoked cheeze & premium skin-on fries kits. They also offer an exclusive February mega mix of fried seitan, trademark oyster mushroom chick'un, and party jollof rice meal kit with plantain, zingy slaw, and smoked bean stew.

What else to know:

These kits arrive chilled, the skin on fries, fried seitan, oyster mushroom, and chick'un simply require to be reheated in the oven. The jollof rice comes with the rice sauce to finish at home along with shallow frying the plantain. Single or taken you can't go wrong with this!

Order by: Wednesday 10th February before 12pm.

Price: £22.00 - £28.00

🍬 Sweet treats 🍬

10. Treats Club Hot Doughnut Sundae Kits

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Why it’s great:

Treats Club is a premium dessert bar specialising in hot donuts, marshmallow fluff, and ice cream. Female-owned and proudly run by Black girl magic they are the creators of the first and only hot donut kit in the country! Their kits give you the chance to enjoy the cult-fave hot donuts from the comfort of your own home. All kits are big enough to feed four (or one very hungry couple) and all items are handmade by Treats Club at their micro-bakery in Hackney.

What else to know:

There are four flavours of DIY Hot Donut Sundae Kits to choose from – their iconic Oreo s'mores (a bestseller), Biscoff cookie dough (vegan), their super-rich Nutella fudge brownie, and finally the limited edition Valentines special – red velvet white chocolate.

Order by: Tuesday 9th February before 3pm.

Price: £19.50

11. Jasmine's Flour In Your Kitchen: Baking Kits

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Why it’s great:

You can bake quick and tasty treats using these kits. Whether you are a beginner or a baking veteran these 100% vegan baking kits are perfect for Valentine's Day, a dinner party dessert, or as part of your self-care Sundays. Thinking of sending someone a delicious gift? Jasmine's Flour can post out the baking kits to your loved ones.

What else to know:

These kits include a recipe card along with all the dry ingredients you need to make the perfect shortbread or blondie – simply add butter and milk to make the perfect treat. For those who are unable to be with friends and family right now, why not order a kit and bake together over Zoom?

Order by: Wednesday 10th February.

Price: £12.00

12. Dark Sugars Hot Chocolate Kit

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Why it’s great:

Often cited as one of London’s best hot chocolates, East London’s Dark Sugars turns your kitchen into a cocoa house with their DIY hot chocolate kits. Each collection contains all the traditional utensils and high-quality chocolate you need to brew bubbly, warm cocoa at home. From soothing West African recipes to signature styles such as white chocolate saffron, there's something for everyone.

What else to know:

Who knew there could be so many hot chocolate varieties?! Dark Sugars have eight to choose from including classic hot chocolate, vegan, and white chocolate nutmeg, amongst others.

Order by: Wednesday 10th February before 12pm, or collect from their Greenwich location.

Price: £54.95

Want more tasty food? Head over to Black Eats LDN for more tips, and don't forget to tell us how you'll be spending Valentine's Day in the comments!