the key to (one's) heart
That which will make one very happy or content; the way to make one appreciate, like, or love someone else. A delicious meal has always been the key to my wife's heart if she's annoyed with me or feeling down in the dumps. Oh wow, a new set of art supplies! Thank you, John, you really know the key to my heart.
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