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Last minute local Valentine's Day ideas

Posted at 12:47 PM, Feb 14, 2018
and last updated 2018-02-14 12:47:15-05

If your partner told you not to get you anything for Valentine's Day and then you woke up to a wonderful gift, you got some work to do this afternoon.   Don't make the mistake of haphazardly stopping by the drug store to find a gift.  Put a little effort into finding that special someone a local treat!

ACTIVITIES

Catamaran Cruise - $40
Couples can enjoy a romantic sunset catamaran cruise for two along the Intercostal Waterway. While guests are welcome to bring their own wine, complimentary drinks and champagne will be provided. During the voyage, guests will have the opportunity to take in the sites of magnificent Palm Beach mansions and beaches. 

Chicago Symphony Orchestra - $40
The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will welcome the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for an evening of classical musical performances. The program will include Stravinsky's Scherzo fantastique in B Major, Op. 3, Jennifer Higdon's Concerto for Low Brass, and Symphony 2 in D Major, Op. 73 by Brahms. 

Escape Room Experiences - $30
To celebrate this year's season of love, West Palm Beach Escape Rooms will offer a special Valentine's Day package, exclusive to couples. In a private room for two, couples will have to work quickly together to find clues, decode hidden messages and solve puzzles to escape within 60 minutes or less. 

CANDY

Hoffman's Chocolates - Milk & Dark Chocolates Heart Assortment (36.95), Valentine's Day Truffle Assortment ($9.95), Chocolate Roses (3.95), Sweet Stiletto ($34.95), Chocolate Heart Pops ($3.95), or Sweet Notes Lollipal ($3.25).

Most stores have extended holiday hours tonight.

DINNER

3 of Hearts - Lake Worth
Dine at this new hotspot in Lake Worth and enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbly and two chocolate covered strawberries with a minimum purchase of $20 per person. 

BRAVO Cucina Italiana - Jupiter
Begin your meal with BRAVO’s Chocolate Martini, made with Absolut Vanilla, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur and Bailey’s garnished with a double chocolate rim; or with a glass of Prosecco or Sparkling Rosé. Entrées include: 

1) Shrimp & Lobster Campanelle: Mushrooms, green onions, tomatoes, spicy lobster butter, pesto bread crumbs 
2) Grilled Salmon Picatta: Lobster ravioli, zucchini, red peppers, carrots, spinach, lemon caper butter, pesto breadcrumbs 
3) Crab Crusted Beef Medallions: Romano crusted tomatoes, crispy fingerling potatoes, zucchini, red peppers, hollandaise 

BRIO Tuscan Grille - Boca Raton- Palm Beach Gardens - West Palm Beach
Treat your love to BRIO’s Sweetheart Martini, or a glass of Prosecco Brut or Brut Domaine Chandon, before starting your meal with Antipasti Bruschetta or the soup of the day! Then indulge in one of the below delicious entrées: 

1) Lobster & Shrimp Scampi – Oven baked shrimp, lemon, white wine, tomatoes, asparagus, angel hair pasta 
2) Bistecca BRIO – Thinly pounded beef tenderloin, Romano tomatoes, chimichurri, creamy horseradish, arugula
 
Save room for dessert and try BRIO’s Molten Chocolate Cake – the perfect ending to this romantic meal.

The Cooper- "Gal'entine's" - Palm Beach Gardens

The Cooper is offering a special menu for gal-pals.  Ladies will love the three-course prix fixe menu along with a complimentary glass of prosecco for $35

Death or Glory - Delray Beach
Main course options include a Surf + Turf with a six-ounce filet mignon, butter poached Maine lobster tail and baked tomato, along with pangrattato, pattypan squash and a lemon herb butter ($42); Pan Seared Fish with beet hummus, haricot verts, blistered heirloom cherry tomatoes, lemon oregano butter and za’atar ($24).  Additional entrees are a vegan mushroom Bolognese, or a variety of burgers – vegan, veggie, with cheese or just plain beef.
 
The sweet finale offerings include a Dark Chocolate Bark with pistachios, Maldon sea salt and orange olive oil ($8); Warm Bread Pudding with apple, cranberry, streusel and a spiced rum sauce ($8); panna cotta or a cheese plate.

Galley at Hilton West Palm Beach- Prix fixe menu - $80
Executive chef Miguel Santiago are pleased to spoil amorous couples with a three-course infused with classic land-and-sea specialties. A bottle of Champagne and a long stem rose come complimentary with the holiday menu—floating cupids are extra. If you want to just do dinner here are some options.

Hooter's- Shred Your Ex" - 
Bring in a photo of your ex and the Hooters Girls will shred it for you, then you get 10 wings when you purchase 10.

The Office - $55 - Delray Beach
Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe Menu from 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. 
Prix-fixed menu includes Torched Prawn, Creamed Asparagus Soup, Spiced Braised Short Rib, Champagne Diver Scallops and a Chocolate Box filled with assorted treats.

Parched Pig- $20 - Palm Beach Gardens
The North County watering hole will offer two glasses of bubbly as well as a half dozen oysters for couples for $20.

Stir Bar at Eau Palm Beach - Caviar Tasting - $35
Guests will enjoy three caviar bites paired with one shot of specialty vodka.

  • Whole Wheat Blini with Orange Crème Fraiche and Caviar
  • Oyster on the Half Shell with Chives, Crispy Potatoes, and Caviar
  • Toast point with Shallot Jam, Smoked Salmon, Dill and Caviar

Vic & Angelo's - $65 - Palm Beach Gardens
Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe Menu: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. includes a complimentary spilt of Prosecco, per order.
Prix-fixed menu includes Long Stem Artichoke Fritte, Tuna Crudo, Wildberry Salad, Lamb Shank, Cioppino, Foie Gras Truffle Ravioli, Carrot Cake, Pink Cheesecake and Zabaglione

GIFTS

Palm Beach Gardens Mall
Spend $300 at the mall within one day and receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine from Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant. 

RESORTS

The Breakers
The Breakers will be offering Valentine's Day inspired menus, specialty cocktails and chocolate dessert specials in several restaurants, including The Flagler Steakhouse and Seafood Bar. On Valentine's Day, The Flagler Steakhouse will host a "Valentine's Night Experience" from 5:30 - 9 p.m., during which guests can enjoy a special 3-course prix-fixe menu that includes an exclusive surprise gift. 

Spa Specials
Perfect for couples, the Signature Spa Suite experience features its own steam shower, chromatherapy tub and semi-private garden terrace opening into the adjacent Spa Courtyard. Guests enjoy a four and a half hour experience that includes a body scrub or facial masque, full-body massage, custom facial and leisure time to enjoy the Spa Suite.  

Eau Palm Beach Resort - $859 - Palm Beach
Sip, spa, and swoon with your special someone. The Valentine’s Escape includes overnight accommodations in a luxury room or suite, a welcome spa amenity, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and a couples’ massage at Eau Spa.

PGA National- Palm Beach Gardens
Ironwood Steak and Seafood - $175/couple

Course One (choose one): Oysters Rockefeller, Florida Stone Crab, Spinach & Plant City Strawberry Salad
Course Two (choose one): Surf Your Turf, Crab Crusted Chilean Seabass, Kona Crusted Veal Chop
Course Three (choose one): World Famous Ironwood Chocolate Sundae or Strawberry Delice with Pistachio Joconde

Spa Specials
Sparkling Rose Facial - $109
Min Chocolate Bliss Body Treatment - $99
Chocolate and Roses Swedish Massage - $99 or $15 for couples

The Brazilian Court
Inspired by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's favorite things, The Brazilian Court invites guests to live and love like Royals this Valentine's Day with their "Royal Romance Suits You" package which includes luxury accommodations in one of the hotel's signature suites, an introductory helicopter lesson, a half day coastal excursion via Royal Yacht Charters and more (including a bespoke necklace modeled after Megan's engagement ring). 
 

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