Here’s our handy guide to help you out this Valentine’s Day.
Say it with fine dining
Immerse yourself in the epitome of fine dining at the acclaimed Galvin La Chapelle. Enjoy an exquisite three-course meal from a Michelin-starred set menu, crafted by renowned chefs Chris and Jeff Galvin. Bask in the stunning ambiance of this Grade II listed building in East London while sipping on chilled bubbles.
Price: £99
Three Course MICHELIN Starred Set Menu with Bubbles for Two at Galvin La Chapelle £99
Treat your loved one to a meal
Available from Monday, 12th to Saturday, 17th February, share the love with a three-course menu and a cocktail from only £35 per person. Make it a lunch rendezvous with a date or a mate and enjoy Bar + Block’s bottomless lunch, running throughout the week from 12-5pm, with two-courses and unlimited fizz for only £36 or a cocktail for an additional £5 per person.
Keep it sweet
Aux Merveilleux de Fred have a beautiful selection of French pastries to indulge in, including their special Merveilleux – a traditional cake from the North of Fance and Flanders, composed of alternate layers of meringue and whipped cream, and their delicious Cramique – a Belgian brioche loaf that comes in various flavours. All delicacies can be enjoyed in Leadenhall Market with a glass of champagne, or boxed up to take home.
For the love of Cheese
Cheese at Leadenhall offers the ultimate cheese tasting experience. Couples can enjoy a special Valentine’s cheese & wine tasting for two, where they will receive an introduction to Cheese’s wide selection of produce before they choose a platter to share, which is complimented with tasters of two red wines and two white wines. The tasting can be booked in advance or bought as a gift voucher for that special someone.
Unwind in a luxury Spa
Rena Spa which provides a tranquil escape in the heart of the city, is not only aesthetically pleasing but a great space to switch-off and enjoy some time to yourself. They offer a wide range of Isgha specialist treatments, whether you’re in the mood to use the large indoor swimming pool, use the gym or unwind in the steam room – the choice is yours.
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‘If music be the food of love, play on..’
Why not treat your loved one to a play? Shakespeare’s blistering tragedy of unrestrained jealousy and manipulation confronts the destructive impact of racism and misogyny on reputation and community. Director Ola Ince makes her Sam Wanamaker Playhouse debut following her seminal 2021 production of Romeo and Juliet in the Globe Theatre.
Dates running: 19 January – 13 April
Keeping it sweet
The talented bakers at Lola’s Cupcakes are acting as Cupid this Valentine’s Day, having lovingly crafted a range of scrumptious sweets, such as cupcakes with heart-warming decorations, beautiful layered cakes and decadently indulgent brownies – all of which are sure to leave you smitten.
Lots of Love Gift
This Valentines Day, why give the gift of Lush to your loved one. This gift set will have your loved one beaming with joy.
Price: £55
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Keep it sweet
The season of love has arrived at Crosstown, with the creation of four limited edition dough bite flavours for Valentine’s Day. Be sure to grab yours now!
Bottle of bubbly
The perfect treat for your loved one – a bottle of Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial. There’s no doubt that your someone special will be impressed.
Price: £40.99
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For the Whiskey Lover
Elijah Craig Small Batch is the signature Bourbon bearing the name of Reverend Elijah Craig, who founded his distillery in 1789 along Elkhorn Creek in present day Georgetown, Kentucky. He is credited with being the first distiller to age his whiskey in charred oak barrels, earning his place in history as the Father of Bourbon. Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon is naturally aged and presented in a contemporary bottle.
Price: £44.95 for 70cl. ABV: 47%.
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Give the gift of Smeg
Why not spoil your loved one this Valentine’s Day with some of Smeg’s wonderful products. They have a great range of products, including, Kettle in Red, £149, Two Slice Toaster in Red, £149.95, Stand Mixer in Red, £499.9 and Espresso Coffee Machine in Red.
The gift of music
Enjoy Marshall’s signature rock ‘n’ roll sound for under £100 thanks to the Willen speaker. A mighty portable pocket-sized speaker made to go everywhere with you, thanks to a 15+ hours of portable playtime on a single charge. In addition, the little marvel comes with a top-of-class IP67 dust- and water-resistance rating so it’s always ready for the road. The perfect Valentines gift for the music lover in your life.
Price: £99.99
www.marshallheadphones.com
Ordo Hydro Sonic Water Flosser
An exciting new product for Ordo’s range, this water flosser utilises the power of hydro-kinetic technology to effectively blast away plaque and any food debris that lurks in the gum line or between teeth. It can offer up to 2000 water pulsations per minute, has a 360 degree nozzle rotation for targeted cleaning and three pressure settings.
Price: £44.99
Collect those memories
What better way to collect those special moments than a Instax mini 12 camera, blossom pink. Stylish, cool and perfect for Valentines Day.
Price: £74.99
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Let the music play
This Valentines Day, why not gift your loved one the Shokz open-ear concept to let users enjoy all-day comfort and hear their own soundtrack while staying open to the world around them. DirectPitch™ technology produces a full audio experience to immerse yourself in your favourite songs, podcasts, and audiobooks.
Price: £179.00
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The perfect night’s sleep
Why not treat your loved one to a stunning duvet from Simba Sleep. This stunning 10.5 Tog duvet is suitable for year-round use. This Simba Renew Bio™ fill ensures wonderful, this duvet feels spectacular and the cotton outer features our ingenious Stratos® temperature control tech to help dissipate excess heat. Sounds like a winner to us.
For the love of food
The KitchenAid Cast Iron Collection makes a terrific Valentine’s Day gift for a loved one who is passionate about cooking. Made of high-quality enamelled cast iron, the range is versatile and easy to use; perfect for searing, browning, frying, slow cooking and long simmering. It’s suitable for all cooking hobs, including induction, and is oven safe (up to 260°C).
Available in three sizes:
Covered Round Casserole 22cm – 3.3L RRP £160
Covered Round Casserole 26cm – 5.2L RRP £200
Covered Oval Casserole 30cm – 5.6L RRP £220
In the KitchenAid iconic Empire Red, Onyx Black and Almond Cream. The Covered Round Casserole 22cm and 26cm are also available exclusively in Pistachio and Dried Rose.
Give the gift of Veganuary
For those who are looking to give Veganuary a go, or those looking to hit their protein targets on a plant-based diet, Vegan protein & supplements can help to ensure that protein & vitamin requirements are met.
Price: 12 for £23.99
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Gut Health Powder
JERMS’ Daily Gut is a no-fuss, advanced 4-in-1 powder which delivers Probiotics, Prebiotics, Digestive Enzymes and Organic Superfoods & Vitamins for optimal digestive and overall health in 1 simple step.
Price: £25.99
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