Valentine’s Day Local Gift Guide

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Love is in the air 💕 Checkout these local gift ideas for your Valentine or #ShowSomeLocalLove to yourself!

Sweets for your Sweetie

  • Adorable cookies with the sweetest sayings from Yellow Garden Bakeshop are available for preorder through January 25th!
  • The Cupcake Shoppe’s fondue for two pairs of molten ganache with chocolate cookie dunkers, brownie bites, and rice krispy pieces. Check out their full Valentine’s menu and call today to order!
  • Choose between classic, cherry, and red velvet cheesecake flavors when ordering your Sweetheart Box from Royal Cheesecake & Varieties filled with 2 heart-shaped cheesecakes, 2 chocolate chip cookies, 2 chocolate candies, and jumbo white raspberry cupcakes. See what else they are baking up for the holiday!
  • Ella’s Popcorn has been cooking up some seasonal flavors including Cocoa Berry and Strawberry Hibiscus. Can’t decide on just one? Try the sampler pack!
  • Swing by Rustic Phoenix for some tasty treats at the Candy Club!
  • Videri Chocolate Factory has several specials this season! The Oak City Box is a Chocolate connoisseur’s dream. However, the Valentine’s Show Stopper is their most impressive gift box! Tied together with a big bow, this box is our biggest collection of confections year-round.  Check out their other specials here!
  • Zzesty’s Creations is offering Pre-made valentines gift baskets! The Romance Package includes one bottle of wine of your choice, six candy roses, six live or faux roses, and 1 bottle of perfume. 
  • Sweet Treats of NC is offering chocolate-covered strawberries for a steal this Valentine’s Day! Buy 9 for $19.95!

Candles for your Flame

  • Belna Candle Company’s Love Gift Box features three “love” inspired 8 oz mason jar candles (Love Spell, French Lilac, & Cashmere Plum) & 1 Heart Shaped Red Rose with Infusion Soap. All LOVE gift sets come in a gift box with Kraft crinkle paper & gift tag/message. Click here to explore gift sets and scents!
  • Oak City Scents‘ new coconut blend candles feature fresh roses, peppermint and chocolate, oak moss, and amber-scented Valentine’s Day candles! They are only available online until February 14th!

Jewelry for your Gem

  • Beautiful, lightweight, and durable, Anna Banana LLC has a diverse collection to choose from.
  •  Rose May Jewelry Gold Plated Collection is all under $35! It is tarnish and water resistant, perfect for your on-the-go partner.
  • Joint Venture Jewelry has something perfect for every budget. Take a look at a few of their favorite heart jewels, new markdowns, and of course diamond engagement rings for your sweetheart!
  • MODE Consignment carries all kinds of accessories perfect for Valentine’s! *The photo above features a David Yurman heart necklace.*
  • Shop.Lunae carries affordable, beautiful, and timeless pieces. All of their products are tarnish and water-resistant, hypoallergenic, and made of either 925 sterling silver or stainless steel, and 18K gold plated! Check out the Love Necklace ($22) for her or the Enzo Leather Bracelet ($32) for him!
  • Raleigh Diamond Fine Jewelry is here to help get your 2023 style locked down with their Chunky Chain Necklace complete with padlock pendant detailing. Compact but with impact, this on-trend link chain pairs up perfectly with more delicate chains to create your own layered necklace look.
  • Bezalel & Company has crafted beautiful, soft pink, glittery eye-catching earrings to fit the season. The hoops can be personalized as well! See full collection

Flowers , Decor, & More

  • The English Garden has put together quite a few beautiful arrangement that are sure take your significant other’s breath away. The arrangements above are Rainbow Connection, You’ve Gotta Kiss Some Frogs, and Insta Love Gram. More Info Here
  • Beth’s has all of your Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day decor, gift, and greeting card needs covered! They have 15% off all Valentine’s products until Friday the 10th. Don’t forget to select Local Delivery within most of Wake County when checking out!
  • Binky and Bell just unveiled a Dog Mom in purple ink by Binky and Bell zippered cotton canvas tote bag and a “Feed Me. Take Me Out. Tell Me You Love Me” T-shirt! February sales are going towards Saving Grace Animal Rescue Group!

Dinner and Dates

  • The MerchantPre Fixe Menus Available – multiple food and beverage options
    • $65 per person – 5 Course Small Plate Menu
      • Optional Add-ons
        • $55 – House Craft Cocktail Pairing
        • $40 – Wine Pairing
        • $125 – Bottle of Premium Champagne
  • Virgil’s Pre Fixe Menus Available – multiple food and beverage options
    • $60 per person – 5 Course Small Plate Menu
      • Optional Add-ons
        • $55 – House Craft Cocktail Pairing
        • $40 – Wine Pairing
        • $125 – Bottle of Premium Champagne
      • Reserve Your Seats
  • The Green Light – Four Course Cocktails with Mini Desserts and Charcuterie
  • Triangle Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center is offering a really cool date special! Consider a 2-for-1 shiver session in the Plunge! The myriad benefits of the cold Plunge can be expanded upon in a “shiver session”, where intentional cycling of cold water exposure and shivering trigger the release of succinate from muscle tissue. Research has shown that succinate activates brown fat (mitochondrial-rich) thermogenesis and large increases in metabolism and fat loss. Grab a friend and share the love in this 2-for-1 session! Try It!
  • AriaVida’s Massage for Two – Unlike a traditional spa massage. You will each be in your own dedicated treatment room where you’ll both enjoy a one-hour, full-body massage, including hot towel treatment and foot scrub!
    • Receive a complimentary heart-shaped tin of yummy chocolates to take home and share (or not) and (optional) enjoy a glass of wine or a mimosa before your massage.
    • Message or text/call to reserve your time today! – 984-345-3454
  • AriaVida’s Valentine’s Workshop for Couples – Explore deeper connection with your partner as you learn therapeutic massage techniques that provide relaxation and ease soreness.
    • Only $95 per couple. Reserve your spot today! – 984-345-3454
  • Racing to find a date spot for Valentine’s? RushHour Carting is offering a Free Race with the purchase of a race this season.Â