Neuhaus elevates this year’s Valentine’s Day with a creation that unites the best of Belgian gastronomy and artisanal chocolate craft. In an intimate and refined collaboration, the Neuhaus Maîtres Chocolatiers join forces with star chef Thierry Theys and his wife, restaurant manager Sofie Willemarck, of the acclaimed two‑star restaurant Nuance. Together, they have composed an exclusive collection of heart‑shaped pralines that reads like a love letter written in chocolate
Thierry and Sofie share a world where precision, emotion and taste are inseparable, both in life and in their two‑star dining room. For Neuhaus, they translate this shared universe into three chocolate hearts that tell their personal story of love, harmony and contrast. Each heart is conceived as a declaration of love: two are intimate, individual creations, while the third is a true duet, a symphony where their talents merge.
The result is the Limited Edition Love Letter Box – A Symphony of Love, a couture chocolate collection that captures the grace of Belgian fine dining in every bite. It reflects not only the couple’s gastronomic vision, but also the heritage of Neuhaus as a house that has shaped Belgian chocolate culture for generations.
Inside the Love Letter Box, three heart‑shaped pralines are revealed like precious jewels, each with its own character and emotional register. Two hearts were created in secret, one by Thierry for Sofie, the other by Sofie for Thierry, before they joined creative forces for the final composition.
Heart of dark chocolate – Speculoos, hazelnut praliné & mandarin ganache (by Thierry Theys)
An intensely pure dark chocolate heart with a refined Belgian soul. A crisp layer of speculoos and hazelnut praliné evokes familiar, comforting flavours, while a fresh mandarin ganache adds a bright, elegant note. The contrast between the warmth of spices, the roundness of nuts and the citrus lift captures Thierry’s precise, contemporary approach to haute cuisine.
Milk chocolate heart – Salted butter caramel & roasted almond praliné (by Sofie Willemarck)
Sofie’s creation is a tender milk chocolate heart that radiates warmth and intimacy. Inside, a flowing salted butter caramel intertwines with roasted almond praliné, offering a sensation of enveloping comfort and subtle crunch. It is a gourmand, approachable interpretation of luxury, designed to be savoured slowly.
Red heart of white chocolate – Raspberry, pecan & vanilla with a touch of chili (by Thierry Theys & Sofie Willemarck)
The third heart is their shared signature: a vibrant red white‑chocolate shell hides an interplay of textures and flavours. Raspberry ganache meets a delicate touch of chili, resting on a praline of pecan and vanilla biscuit. The result is a bold yet perfectly balanced finale, where fruitiness, gentle heat, nuttiness and sweetness are orchestrated into a single, memorable crescendo.
Together, these three creations form a refined expression of love in which taste, texture and emotion are meticulously composed. Each heart invites the recipient into a sensorial journey that is both deeply personal and unmistakably luxurious.
The presentation of the collection is conceived as carefully as the chocolates themselves. The Limited Edition Love Letter Box is inspired by the intimacy of a folded love letter, transforming the act of gifting into a poetic ritual. When the front panels fold together to form a heart, they subtly echo the idea that true love arises when two individuals come together as one.
The elegant design, clean lines and tactile finishes make the box an object to treasure, long after the last praline has been enjoyed. It is an invitation to pause, to savour, and to express emotion in the most indulgent way possible: through exceptional chocolate.
Beyond the limited edition Love Letter Box, Neuhaus introduces a refreshed collection of Valentine Heart Boxes, conceived for those who wish to mark the day with timeless style. These gift boxes are designed around a contemporary motif of overlapping shapes, symbolizing two distinct personalities that, when intertwined, create something new and harmonious.
Refined lines, soft curves and a sophisticated, balanced colour palette lend the collection a modern yet enduring elegance. Each box is filled with a carefully selected assortment of iconic Neuhaus pralines, offering a tasting experience that ranges from silky ganaches to crunchy pralinés. Whether for a partner, a dear friend or a cherished family member, each box becomes a meaningful gesture, expressing affection with quiet luxury.
With the Limited Edition Love Letter Box, A Symphony of Love and the new Valentine Heart Boxes, Neuhaus invites chocolate lovers to celebrate Valentine’s Day as a tribute to Belgian gastronomy and craftsmanship. From January 19, 2026, the collection will be available in Neuhaus boutiques and via the Neuhaus online boutique, allowing connoisseurs worldwide to share a moment of exceptional refinement with those they love.
Indicative prices for the Valentine’s assortment:
Love Letter Box – Symphony of Love – 33,00 €
Valentine Mini Heart Box – 8,50 €
Valentine Small Heart Box – 29,50 €
Valentine Medium Heart Box – 50,50 €
Valentine Large Heart Box – 80,00 €
Valentine Majestic Heart Box – 141.00 €
