Consider how he became your boyfriend in the first place and try to keep treating him that way.
Cooking for him is good; if you aren't a good cook it's worth learning for both your sakes. The internet is a great source of information on cooking. Take the time to discover what he really likes to eat.
Spending money on him isn't good because you might not be buying what he really wants and you could end up feeling resentful if he's ungrateful.