If you're in love with the ultimate Gleek ("Glee" fan), Valentine's Day might seem like a challenge -- especially if you don't know much about the show. However, you can give a conventional gift and just add a "Glee" twist with relative ease. This is especially useful if you want to stick to traditional gifts like dinner, clothing or date nights.
Dinner at 'Breadstix'
The characters on "Glee" often mention the fictional restaurant Breadstix. Breadstix is identified early on in the series as a hot date spot. Known for its delicious and addictive breadsticks, this Italian favorite bears a remarkable similarity to popular restaurant chains.
To accentuate the "Glee" theme, purchase a gift certificate to the real-life equivalent, but print up an envelope with the Breadstix logo instead.
A Real Life Lord Tubbington
On "Glee," cheerleader and New Directions singer Brittany S. Pierce (Heather Morris) knows all about cats. She has two cats: a female named Charity and a corpulent male named Lord Tubbington.
If you're considering giving your loved one a pet for Valentine's Day, place a collar in a box with a Lord Tubbington name tag. Don't forget to include a voucher good for one free cat from the local shelter. On Valentine's Day, take your favorite Gleek to the shelter so you can select a pet together. (Selecting a pet together is a bonding experience for a couple. Beyond this, experts suggest you avoid giving pets as gifts for the holidays. If your partner for some reason cannot keep a cat, have a backup gift immediately in mind.)
Get Sporty
Although "Glee" centers around a vocal performance group, the members of New Directions participate in general high school life and other activities such as sports.
If your favorite "Glee" fan is more into sports than singing, consider some sporty McKinley High gear.
Concerted Effort
"Glee" has produced a renewed interest in show choirs. If your partner is interested in the musical aspects of "Glee," look into a local concert or competition. This is an exceptionally affordable gift that could be partnered with dinner or some "Glee" DVDs or music.
Fondue for Two
If you're looking for something more upscale than Breadstix, consider a fancy fondue restaurant. Include a gift certificate with a card inviting your date to "Fondue for Two." This is a reference to Brittany's web cast. Guests appear on "Fondue for Two" and share fondue with Brittany each week.
Sing a Song
The characters on "Glee" constantly serenade each other and use music to woo and describe their romantic feelings. If you've got the talent to express your feelings through music, learn a song and sing it! Check out "Glee" arrangements of popular songs to emphasize that you've gone to some effort to learn something new and meaningful.
Regardless of what type of "Glee" gift you choose, your "Glee" fan will appreciate your research and resourcefulness in coming up with a heartfelt Valentine's Day gift.
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