Valentine’s Day is Sunday, February 14 and the Short North Arts District has exactly what you are looking for.  Whether you want to spend the weekend with us in the District or enjoy a quiet weekend at home with your loved one, the merchants in the Short North can help make this Valentine’s Day a memorable (and easy) experience.

                If you are trying to avoid the crowds Valentine’s Day weekend stop by the Short North on your way home and pick up these essentials to make your Valentine’s Day exquisite.   

                Rose Bredl, located at 664 N High St can help you avoid the cliché red roses everyone else is handing out this year.  Mary has an exceptional selection of high quality boutique roses that will certainly dazzle your sweetheart.  Want to avoid the roses altogether?  No problem!  Rose Bredl also carries an assortment of blooming plants including tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and orchids that will bring a smile to your Valentine for weeks to come!  Mary can help you impress your Valentine on any budget and will even deliver them for you.

                After dazzling your sweetheart with flowers, warm them up and start the evening with fine drinks from Europia.  Bob suggests serving your special one a glass of Seduction from Napa Valley.  This full-bodied red blend has a deep taste with lots of jam and delicate earthy tones.  Serve this wine over dinner and enjoy.

            Speaking of dinner, do not forget to stop by the Cookware Sorcerer to pick up the kitchen essentials you need to whip up a meal neither of you will forget.  All-Clad cookware will help you get that special dish just right.  Go for a recipe that is delicious and shows you care but do not forget to enjoy Domain de Canton Chai Liquor from Europia while you prepare your feast.

            Amanda at Bakery Gingham will be baking up special Valentine’s Day theme desserts all weekend.  With choices like the Little Blue Cupcake and heart shaped cookies and brownies, who can resist?  Your date will not only love the way the cupcakes look, but they will be amazed by the taste!  Have your cake and eat it too alongside Chocolate Dipped Champagne ($26.99) with lush strawberries and dark chocolate available at Europia.

            Finally, to top off your Valentine’s Day celebration, check out the sexy lingerie, loungewear & accessories at Undone and The Chamber.  Looking for something soft, sexy and sophisticated?  Talk to someone at Undone about the Cosa Bella Line.  Undone will also be hosting a “Guys Night” on Thursday, February 11th.  Come have some burgers, dogs and beer and get all the necessities for your Valentine’s Day weekend in one stop.  Looking for something a little more risqué and sexy? No problem!  The Chamber has everything you need to make Valentine’s Day night as sexy and risqué as you want.

            So no matter what your style or taste, the merchants in the Short North Arts District will be able to help make this Valentine’s Day one you and your loved one won’t forget!

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For a full guide of all our merchants, please visit us at http://www.shortnorth.org