Cheese Lovers Box: Cheese + Pumpkin Jam – Romantic Gift

This romantic gift includes the following flavors:

• Pumpkin and Algarve Orange Jam with Cinnamon and Almond (200g)
• Dom Villas Cow’s Milk Cheese, 30-day aged (190g)

Celebrate Love with a Classic, Comforting Gift Meant to Be Shared

Some combinations transcend generations, create memories, and warm the heart. The Cheese Lovers Box was created to celebrate that kind of love: calm, present, and joyfully lived around the table.

More than a romantic gift, this box is an invitation to share. The pairing of Dom Villas Creamy Cow’s Milk Cheese with Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Cinnamon and Almond reflects one of the most cherished traditions in Portuguese gastronomy, transforming a simple gesture into a meaningful moment.

A Romantic Gift for Couples Who Value Tradition and Comfort

Choosing the Cheese Lovers Box means choosing a gift that speaks of closeness, care, and time shared together.

• To be enjoyed as a couple, in a calm moment without rush, where flavor invites conversation.
• For those who appreciate Portuguese gastronomy, with classic and authentic pairings.
• To celebrate love with simplicity, through flavors that comfort and bring people closer.

A box designed for couples who find romance in small rituals and in traditions that remain alive.

Two Artisanal Elements That Create a Sharing Ritual

This box brings together two carefully selected products, meant to be enjoyed together, creating the perfect balance between sweet and savory.

Pumpkin and Algarve Orange Jam with Cinnamon and Almond

Classic, aromatic, and deeply comforting, this jam combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with the fresh citrus notes of Algarve orange.

Cinnamon adds warmth and depth, while almond brings texture and delicacy to the whole. The result is a well-balanced jam with the flavor of tradition and shared memories, designed to accompany cheese and create simple, genuine moments of pleasure.

Dom Villas Creamy Cow’s Milk Cheese

Produced in the Minho region, Dom Villas Cow’s Milk Cheese stands out for its smooth, creamy, buttery texture.

With a delicate and comforting flavor, it is a cheese made to please, creating the perfect base for contrast with pumpkin and orange jam. A cheese that invites sharing and turns any moment into a gesture of comfort and closeness.

Jam with Cheese: A Portuguese Tradition with the Taste of Love

The combination of jam and cheese is one of the most iconic pairings on the Portuguese table. Present at family gatherings, celebrations, and moments of togetherness, it represents the balance of opposites—much like a relationship.

In the Cheese Lovers Box, this tradition takes on a special meaning, becoming a symbol of sharing, care, and emotional connection. Each tasting is an invitation to slow down, be present, and savor the moment together.

Portuguese Flavors with Identity and Authenticity

The Cheese Lovers Box reflects the essence of the meia.dúzia® brand: respect for tradition, appreciation of local ingredients, and careful production.

Without excess or artifice, this box celebrates the genuine flavor of Portuguese products, transforming them into a simple yet memorable romantic experience.

Occasions to Offer This Romantic Gift

A classic gift adapts perfectly to moments when love calls for presence, comfort, and sharing.

• Valentine’s Day: An elegant way to celebrate love through a tradition that brings people closer.
• Birthday: A warm and meaningful gesture.
• Dating or wedding anniversary: A symbol of continuity, complicity, and shared moments.
• Special dates for the couple: A first meeting, a cherished memory, or a moment worth remembering.
• A quiet moment for two: An afternoon snack, early evening, or relaxed night together.
• An unexpected surprise: Because the most beautiful gestures are often the unplanned ones.

A Gift That Comforts, Connects, and Is Remembered

The Cheese Lovers Box: Cheese + Pumpkin Jam is more than a romantic gift. It is an experience designed to create moments of comfort, closeness, and shared pleasure.

A box for couples who believe that love is also celebrated at the table, with tradition, time, and the joy of being together.

How to Create Romantic and Memorable Moments with the Cheese Lovers Box

Some combinations carry tradition, comfort, and that warm feeling of being together. The Cheese Lovers Box was created to transform the classic pairing of cheese and jam into a romantic ritual—enjoyed slowly, shared by two, where every bite invites conversation, smiles, and presence.

With Dom Villas Creamy Cow’s Milk Cheese and Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Cinnamon and Almond, this box naturally adapts to different moments throughout the day, creating small pauses of pleasure and connection, infused with the flavors of Portugal.

1. Breakfast for Two: A Gentle and Comforting Start

Starting the day together, without rushing, is a simple gesture that strengthens connection. And when creamy cheese and aromatic jam are on the table, the moment gains a special charm.

• Dom Villas Cheese: Serve in generous slices, at room temperature, to reveal its smooth, buttery texture.
• Pumpkin and Orange Jam: Place a small portion next to the cheese and taste them together—the contrast between the mild savory notes and the citrus freshness with cinnamon creates an inviting combination.

Ambiance tip: Natural light, a simple table setting, and a thoughtfully prepared tray turn breakfast into an intimate and beautiful ritual.

2. Breaks Throughout the Day: Small Gestures with the Taste of Care

A romantic gift is also experienced through details. An unexpected pause, with two forks and a shared plate, can become a memorable moment.

• Tasting for two: Cut small cubes of cheese and serve with dots of jam, like a light, delicate tasting meant to be shared.
• Pumpkin and Orange Jam: Use small amounts to balance the palate—a hint of cinnamon, a touch of almond, a touch of comfort.

Ambiance tip: A sofa, a balcony, or a break between tasks—what makes the moment special is presence, not the setting.

3. Afternoon Snack: A Romantic Board to Share

The afternoon snack is the perfect time to prepare a simple, beautiful board filled with intention, where sharing takes center stage.

• Cheese and jam board: Arrange the cheese and jam side by side and add elements that elevate the experience—grapes, walnuts, toasted almonds, or apple slices.
• Play with pairings: Try different proportions—more jam, more cheese—and discover your perfect combination together.

Ambiance tip: Everything placed at the center of the table invites closeness. A shared plate naturally creates intimacy.

4. Late Afternoon: A Toast with the Taste of Tradition

As the day slows down, cheese and jam become the perfect companions for a calmer, more intimate moment.

• Dom Villas Cheese: Serve with the jam as an elegant appetizer—simple, yet full of character.
• Pumpkin and Orange Jam: Use it as a finishing touch, highlighting the cinnamon aroma and the subtle crunch of almond.

Ambiance tip: Soft lighting, low music, and a relaxed toast create an intimate and present end to the afternoon.

5. Evening for Two: An Intimate and Delicious Closing

The evening calls for time and calm. And few ways to end the day are as comforting as a classic pairing, savored slowly.

• Cheese with jam, unrushed: Serve small portions and extend the moment—the creamy texture of the cheese and the aromatic sweetness of the jam create a warm, comforting close.
• A shared moment: One plate in the center, two glasses, and uninterrupted conversation turn this simple gesture into a lasting memory.

Ambiance tip: Candles, low light, and comfortable silence help transform tasting into a true ritual for two.

Moments to Be Lived and Savored Together

The Cheese Lovers Box is more than a gift. It is an experience that celebrates the Portuguese tradition of pairing jam with cheese in the same way love is celebrated: slowly, with presence, and with the desire to share.

Whether through a spontaneous gesture or a moment prepared with intention, this combination transforms any pause into an instant of comfort, closeness, and romance—one that lingers in memory.

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Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Honey, Cinnamon and Almond

Pumpkin (35%), sugar, orange (20%), honey, almond, d (3%), cinnamon (2.3%), gelling agent (pectin) and acidity regulator (citric acid). Prepared with 55 g of fruits per 100 g. Total sugar content 60g per 100g. Net weight: 75 g. Allergens: Containsalmond.

Dom Villas cow cheese

Pasteurized goat's milk, salt, calcium chloride, rennet, egg lysozyme and lactic ferments.

Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Honey, Cinnamon and Almond

Average nutritional information per 100 g / 3.53 oz: Energy 704kJ / 166kcal; Fats 1.8 g / 0.063oz, of which saturated fat acids 0.2 g / 0.0071oz; Carbohydrates 35.7 g / 1.3oz, of which sugars 31.0 g / 1.1oz; Proteins 1.0 g / 0.035oz; Salt 0.0 g / 0.0oz.

Allergens: Contains almond.

Dom Villas cow cheese

Nutrition Declaration (Average values per 100g): Energy: 1370 kJ / 330 kcal; Lipids: 27 g, of which 18 g are saturated; Carbohydrates: <0.5 g, of which sugars <0.5 g; Proteins: 20.6 g; Salt: 1.5 g.

Rosemary and eucalyptus honey, more aromatic than other honeys, has a light brown tone and a more open aroma and palate.

Originating in North and Central America, where it is still one of the mainstays of food, the pumpkin belongs to the same family as the melon and watermelon (cucurbits). The shape of the pumpkin is variable, but it is usually ovoid or oblong. The rind is usually orange, but it can have other colors depending on the species. The bright orange color of the pumpkin contains a high content of carotenes, particularly beta-carotene, with antioxidant action. Beta carotene is then converted into vitamin A in the body.

Almonds - Trás-os-Montes Region, Portugal.