(GILBERT, AZ.) – Valentine’s Day is just two weeks away, and it’s getting a little late to make reservations at high-end restaurants.
That being said, there are tons of other date night options in Gilbert, which is teeming with locally-owned small businesses that are happy to step in to make your Valentine’s Day special. Ditch the stress of expensive eats and dive into one of the town’s cute and fun date night ideas.
Photo Credit: Teri Tracy / The Bookish Shop
The Bookish Shop is a romance bookstore and coffee shop in one, bringing together the love of reading and the love of coffee into one cute, quaint location. It features a variety of cute Valentine’s Day reads and accessories, as well as specially curated drinks that offer unique and delicious flavor. Stop in and write your crush’s name on a heart to have it posted on the walls! It’s nestled within The Heritage District, and will be open until 9pm on Valentine’s Day.
Photo Credit: Teri Tracy / Studio 223
Studio 223 is a cute and crafty place to take your date to do something creative. Featuring tons of locally-made crafts and gifts, this spot is perfect for finding a niche gift that your special someone will cherish and remember. The studio also hosts workshops, including a flower-arranging workshop on Valentine’s Day that will fill up quickly, so grab your spot while they’re available!
Photo Credit: Teri Tracy / Creme & Chocolats
Dana Park hosts the makers of some of the tastiest treats in the East Valley, and they’re making a special one just for Valentine’s Day. Creme & Chocolats is known for their delicacies ranging from artisanal crepes, ice creams, and even chocolate fondue– but this year, they’ve crafted a “Be Mine Cone”, complete with a strawberry ice cream dipped in a white chocolate and finished with conversation hearts and sprinkles. They’ve also prepared a special rose whipped topping, so stop in on Feb. 14 to experience divine flavors with your date.
Photo Credit: Kalm.
What’s more romantic than a relaxing couple’s massage to kick off Valentine’s Day Weekend? Your valentine deserves the luscious luxury of massage, and so you do– so book your massage now and get ahead of the game. If you don’t make it in time to book a spot on the day you’re after, gift cards are also available. Kalm also offers other centering services from reiki healing to sound baths, so there’s something for both of you to enjoy together. It’s located at Western Skies on Warner Rd.
Leave a comment below with your favorite Gilbert spot for date night! For questions, please email me at tracy.t@lead4earth.org.
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