Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and local businesses have come up with all sorts of fun and creative ways for you to enjoy this special day with your bubble buddy, socially distanced or not 😉. Whether you prefer to enjoy a romantic dinner in the comfort of your own home, or want to send a loved one a thoughtful gift, we’ve compiled a list of some Valentine’s Day ideas for you.
Lure Restaurant & Bar | WinterLURE
Lure has really embraced the bubble concept and have installed some very cute domes on their patio outfitted with either comfy lounge seating or dining seating. So come rain or shine you can enjoy a cozy meal with your special someone while taking in the gorgeous views of the Inner Harbour. There is a $150 minimum spend and reservations can be made through this link . If it’s booked up for dinner perhaps a Valentine’s Day brunch or lunch?
Saveur | 4 course set menu
One of Victoria’s best restaurants, and one of my personal favorites, is offering a set 4-course dinner for Valentine’s Day, but be sure to book soon as their reservations are filling up fast!
https://www.saveurrestaurant.ca/valentines-day
Aura | Take-home dinner for two
The talented chefs at Aura are preparing a special enjoy-at-home pasta dinner for two ($60) which includes salad, their incredible focaccia bread, pasta, and an assortment of 6 dessert bites. For an additional $20 you can add on a bottle of red or white wine. Sweeten it even more with some of their other delicious treats like their Valentine’s lychee & peach chocolate bar, or their house-made macarons!
Click here to order
Wandering Mollusk | Seafood buckets & freshly shucked oysters
How about a seafood feast for Valentine’s Day? The Wandering Mollusk is offering a smaller version of their incredible crab boil bucket perfect for dinner for two ($135). The bucket includes 1 whole crab, 1/2 pound whole spot prawns, 1 pound manila clams, 1 pound mussels, sausage, potatoes, corn, lemon, garlic butter, house-made hot sauce, a baguette, and even butcher paper so that you can enjoy this feast right on your kitchen table. Simply add beer, wine, or cider to the bucket; boil for 20 minutes and dinner is served!
If you prefer they also have platters of freshly shucked oysters available.
Order online or send them an email with your order.
https://www.wanderingmollusk.com/
The Proper Table | NYC curated culinary journey
How about a trip for two to New York City? A trip to New York City from the comfort of your living room that is! The Proper Table has collaborated with Toque Catering, Twist of Fate Cocktails, and other local vendors to bring you a little culinary adventure this Valentine’s weekend. For $325 they will set you up with a table setting rental for two (incl. plates, napkins, candles, flatware), a 3-course New York inspired dinner for two from Toque catering, 500mL of Bourbon based cocktail mix, a bouquet of flowers, a box of chocolates, and even a themed playlist. Best of all you don’t even need to do the dishes, they’ll pick them up as is. To view their full food menu and for details on how to book a dinner check out their website.
https://thepropertable.ca/thesupperseries/p/february-valentines-in-nyc
Vancouver Island Picnic Company | Romantic picnic for two
For something extra romantic how about a luxury picnic for two? Vancouver Island Picnic Company is offering a Valentine’s Day picnic which includes charcuterie, chocolate truffles, preserves, honey, fresh baked bread, bottle of Temperance Cider, and a single rose. Also included (but of course must be returned) are blankets, games, charcuterie board, utensils and dishware. Cost is $200 or $225 for vegan or gluten free.
To book check out their website https://www.thevancouverislandpicniccompany.com/book-online
Bilston Creek Farm | Bilston bonfire
A chilly February day, a blanket, and a warm fire; what better excuse do you need to cuddle up to someone special? Bilston Creek Farm will be hosting their bonfires on Valentine’s weekend. For $80 you’ll get use of your own personal sheltered bonfire for an hour as well as a cheese platter for two and a s’mores kit featuring lavender marshmallows. They’re also offering lavender hot chocolate!
https://bilston.ca/collections/bilston-bonfires
The Hallway | Take-home cocktail kits
The Hallway has recently introduced take-home cocktail kits ($38-$65) so that you can now enjoy their delicious cocktails in the comfort of your home! The kits vary but they include everything you need from garnishes to straws as well as a $10 gift card which can be used towards a romantic dinner perhaps?
The Farmer’s Daughter | Charcuterie boards
For Valentine’s Day The Farmer’s Daughter will be offering two different delicious gift options. The first is a charcuterie board for two, with the option of adding a bottle of wine. The other is their Love Box ($120), which includes two heart-shaped cheeses, macarons from the Fat Macaron, crackers, cherry & chocolate spread, candied pecans, flowers, a bottle of wine, and even a Valentine’s card. To order, check out their website.
L’Apéro | Raclette and charcuterie
Heat things up with a raclette for two ($45) from L’Apéro. Each raclette kit includes Haus cured meats, baby potatoes, crackers, cornichons, and of course lots of cheese just waiting to be melted. This Valentine’s day they’re also featuring cheese boards ($33-$53) which includes three different cheeses, crackers, nuts, and heart shaped macarons.
https://www.aperocheeseexperience.com/
The Board Girl | Charcuterie boards
The Board Girl puts together some fantastic charcuterie boards and for Valentine’s Day she’s offering a Valentine’s Day charcuterie ($75 +free delivery) featuring plenty of delicious local products and home-made items like chicken pate, beet hummus, lavender apricot spread, fig jam, spicy jelly, pink pickled veg, and candied nuts. Click here for info on how to order.
Rock Coast Confections | Chocolate gift boxes and more
For the chocolate lover in your life Rock Coast has a chocolate lover’s Valentine’s Gift Box filled with salted soft caramels, hazelnut toffee bark, ruby roasted coconut chocolates, delicious melt in your mouth shortbread and even a Rock Coast chocolate truffle scented candle!
https://www.rockcoast.ca/valentines-collection
Flourish Beautea | Tea and cake for two
Sharing is caring. Victoria’s favorite tea shop, Flourish Beautea, is offering a dessert and cake special for two; perfect for an at-home afternoon tea or dessert on Valentine’s day! Choose from either a strawberry fruit sponge cake or a peach grapefruit sponge, as well as your choice of two specialty drinks. To order send them a DM on Instagram or send an email to flourishbeautea@hotmail.com.
Abombinable Sweets | Hot chocolate bombs
Abombinable Sweets are releasing heart shaped hot chocolate bombs just in time for Valentine’s Day! They’re available in metallic gold, pearl, or emerald and can be purchased on their own or as part of a Valentine’s gift box which includes a few other locally made goodies. To order, and for more info, check out their website.
Brazzi Bakery | Brigadeiro/truffle box
Want to try something a little different? Brazzi Bakery is offering an assorted box of delicious Brazilian truffles which includes coated grapes, strawberries, and filled raspberries. Brazilian truffles are made mainly from condensed milk and taste similar to fudge but with a much softer texture.
To order send them a DM on Instagram
Golden Hour Goodies | Custom goodie boxes
Valentine’s wouldn’t be Valentine’s without chocolate. Golden Hour Goodies have put together three different chocolate filled boxes for Valentine’s including my favorite, a giant smashable chocolate heart that can be filled with the treats of your choice! DM them on Instagram to order.
