14 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Sweets, and more, for the sweetheart in your life.
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Special dinners, bubbly wine, chocolate and desserts top the menus of choice for Valentine's Day.

If food is the language of love, you'll find plenty of ways to demonstrate your affection for that special someone in Northeast Florida. While celebrating may be a bit different this year, local eateries have plenty of special menus and gift ideas designed to say I love you to your valentine, whether you are dining out or staying at home. Some of the offerings below require reservations, so don't delay!  Get to making arrangements, asap. 

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DINNER FOR TWO

Prati Italia: A Taste of Italy at the Town Center
Take a culinary excursion with your sweetheart and enjoy the flavors of Italy with a special 4 course Prix Fixe menu. Check out the Valentine's Day weekend specials here.

Town Hall: Two Days to Celebrate
Town Hall is offering a special 4 course Prix Fixe menu with a complimentary glass of bubbles on Monday, with brunch on Sunday. View the Valentine's menu here.

Restaurant Orsay: Monday Night Dining
Take your sweetheart to an elegant and romantic dinner at this intimate French bistro. Make reservations here.

Terra & Acqua: Love at First Bite
Plan a special evening at this St. Augustine Beach spot, perfect for al fresco dining and make a reservation for a 3-course dinner featuring Lobster Ravioli, Rosemary Rack of Lamb, Traditional Osso Bucco and other Italian favorites. Call 904-429-9647 and reserve your table.

Alta Marea: Love in the Nation's Oldest City
Enjoy Coastal Italian cuisine in the heart of St. Augustine at this sister restaurant to Terra & Acqua. Call 904- 615-1667 for reservations.

Estrella Cocina: Four Courses with a View
Woo your Valentine with a romantic four-course dinner on a gorgeous rooftop setting. Reserve your table here.

Swallowtail Farm: A Farm Dinner Experience
Come out to the farm on Saturday, Feb. 12 and enjoy Fresh Water, a themed dinner prepared by Chef Justin Langer of Table & Hearth benefitting Florida Springs Institute. Make reservations here.

SWEETS AND CHOCOLATES

1748 Bakehouse: A Box of Sweet Treats
Luscious strawberry cream puffs, orange-ginger praline Paris-Brest, eclairs, chocolate heart sandwich cookies and more add up to a romantic dessert for 2. Check for box combinations and order on their website.

Creme de la Cocoa: Sweet Treats in Small Packages
Love snacks for your sweetie can be found at this St. Augustine bakery, including chocolates, cotton candy, mini marshmallows and more. Find the menu here.

Makenu Chocolate: A Few of Our Favorite Things
Special chocolate bars and house made strawberry syrup, white chocolate strawberry toffee and other sweets.

Mini Bar Donuts: Love Packs, Baby!
Order the Love Pack, Bouquet Box or DIY Kits for a sweet Valentine's Day breakfast treat. 

Yonat Bakery: A Sweet Gift Box
An assortment featuring Makenu chocolate bars, hand rolled bouquets from Living Beauty Florals and truffles by Yonat Bakery. Email to reserve your box.

GIFT IDEAS

1928 Cuban Bistro: Something Savory for Brunch
Pick up a gift box of croquetas, those delectable, crunchy ham-filled treats.

Empanada Llama: Peruvian empanadas reinvented
Don't miss out on this special Valentine's Day Llama Treat box, with something for all your sweeties. Call 904-62-7527 to place an order.

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