Valentine’s Sweets Worth Sharing at South Coast Plaza

Valentine’s Day shopping at South Coast Plaza comes with a sweet bonus. From storied European chocolatiers to California classics and beautifully crafted desserts, the confectionery lineup makes it easy to bring home something thoughtful, indulgent, and gift-ready. Here are a few standout stops to know before you shop.

Venchi

New to South Coast Plaza, Venchi traces its roots to Turin, Italy, in 1878. The brand is known for premium chocolate made with carefully sourced ingredients and presented in elegant packaging that feels tailor-made for Valentine’s Day. A seasonal highlight is the house-made gelato flavor “Berry in Love,” a festive treat worth savoring on the spot.

Yu Cake

This handcrafted dessert shop specializes in visually stunning and delicately flavored sweets. The menu includes mille crepe cakes, distinctive cheesecakes, and other refined confections. Popular flavors range from tiramisu and rose to matcha strawberry and dark chocolate.

Läderach

Swiss-made Läderach chocolates are crafted from premium ingredients and shine during Valentine’s season. The collection includes the brand’s signature FrischSchoggi slabs, elegant pralines, truffles, and Dubai-style chocolates, all offered in a variety of gift-friendly sizes.

See’s Candies

A California favorite that never goes out of style. See’s Candies offers a wide selection of milk and dark chocolate treats, thoughtfully packaged for Valentine’s Day. It is a reliable choice for classic flavors done right.

Sugarfina

Sugarfina’s Valentine’s Day collection leans playful and polished, with imported candies displayed in bento boxes, trunks, and heart-shaped containers. These colorful assortments are as fun to give as they are to open.