2022 NYC VALENTINE'S DAY ROUND UP

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Best Damn Cookies
115 Delancey // Pick up or Delivery
Try their Valentine’s Linzers — Amoro (Chocolate-Hazelnut Linzer with Blood Orange Marmalade) and The Carrot (Citrus Rye).

Insomnia Cookies
Available starting Feb 7 // Nationwide // Pick up or Delivery
Insomnia Cookies is going all-in on Red Velvet so you can level-up your cookie-game this Valentine's Day. Whether you're celebrating with that special someone, your gal pals or just enjoying Singles Awareness Day, you're sure to find a match made in cookie heaven in this limited-time collection of treats. Their All-Red Velvet lineup includes: Red Velvet Loaded Brownie; Chocolate Lover's Lil Dipper; & Valentine's Day 4+4 Pack. They also have Valentine's Day Packs including: Galentine's Day Pack; Singles Awareness Pack; & Sweetheart Combo Pack.

Keki’s Modern Cakes
315 5th Ave or 79 Mott St // Pick up or Delivery
What’s better than a thick and bouncy...piece of cheesecake! Keki’s Modern Cakes’ famous Japanese cheesecakes are light and silky in texture, while their classic “Fancy” cheesecakes take two days to make with their labor-intensive process. The Original Bouncy Cheesecake, Bouncy Ube Japanese Cheesecake, Fancy New York Cheesecake, along with flavored options including Green Tea, Strawberry, and Oreo, are all shipped frozen for those looking for a piece of that…cheesecake! Cheesecakes range from $65 to $89 and orders can be placed through GoldBelly.

La Churreria
284 Mulberry Street // Pick up
La Churreria will be celebrating the day of love all month long! Get ready to fall for Heart Shaped-Churros, Heart-Shaped Churro Lollipops, and Churro Ice Cream Sundaes.

Le Pain Quotidien
Thru Feb 14 // Multiple locations
Romance is in the air – with sweet bakery treats at Le Pain Quotidien. They are releasing two limited-edition heart-shaped cookies: Linzer Cookies and Heart-Shaped Macarons. The Linzer Cookie sandwiches two rich butter cookies together with sweet berry jam, and is finished with a generous coating of powdered sugar. The Heart-Shaped Macarons are sold as a two-pack in Vanilla and Raspberry flavors. The meringue-based cookies melt-in-your-mouth for a luxurious treat. Both special cookies will be available at all Le Pain Quotidien bakery counters from February 2 through February 14.

Little Chef Little Cafe
Order by Feb 8 // 5-43 48th Ave, LIC
February is the month of love and Little Chef Little Cafe has you covered with cookie kits, hot cocoa kits, cupcakes and much more!⁠
Order by February 8. 15% of the proceeds will be donated to the PS384 PTA.

Max Brenner Times Square
720 7th Ave // Open Now
There’s a new Max Brenner gift shop in Times Square - with plenty of perfect Vday gifts to shop from.

Morgenstern’s Finest Ice Cream - Cutie Cake
88 W Houston St // Pick up or Delivery
This Valentine’s Day Morgenstern’s Finest Ice Cream is introducing the Cutie Cake, featuring passion fruit-swirled Raw Milk ice cream, encasing a heart made of strawberry jam and strawberry ice cream. This all sits on top of a thin layer of vanilla cake, frosted with whipped cream, topped with passion fruit and strawberry jams. The ice cream cake retails for $57 and is available for pick-up and nationwide shipping. Pick-up orders are available from February 10 to February 14, and nationwide shipment orders will be shipped on February 8 for a February 9 delivery. The ice cream cake is available now for preorder at morgensternsnyc.com.

Rebecca’s Cake Pops
115 Delancey // Pick up or delivery only
Surprise your valentine with a Boucakepop (bouquet + cake pop). Also check their Instagram to win Vday specials!

Sequin Jewelry
Celebrate with the art of layering beautiful necklaces from Sequin Jewelry. Use code LOVELAYERS25 for 25% off Feb 1 - Feb 15!

The Happy Sandwich (Gourmet Recipe Book)
In his debut cookbook, Food Network Star finalist, television personality, and recipe developer Jason Goldstein of Chop Happy truly revolutionizes the art of making a sandwich! The Happy Sandwich contains gourmet recipes along with helpful tips and hacks for the home cook, the perfect gift for the ultimate foodie. Or buy it for yourself to up your sandwich game to win your lover’s heart. The Happy Sandwich is available for $19.99 at your local bookstore and can also be ordered on Amazon.

RESTAURANTS

Aquavit
65 East 55th Street // 212-307-7311 // www.aquavit.org
The two-Michelin star Scandinavian restaurant Aquavit is celebrating Valentine’s Day with special menus on Monday, February 14th. For those seeking the ultimate experience, Chef Emma Bengtsson is preparing a special six-course tasting menu for $325 per person with an optional wine pairing for $225 in the main dining room. The tasting menu includes King Crab with sunchoke, Duck with truffles, and Chocolate with pomegranate. In their chic bar and lounge space, Chef Emma is offering a three-course prix-fixe menu for $165 per person with an optional $125 wine pairing. The choices include Wagyu Tartare, Nordic Shrimp, and Vanilla Bavarois for dessert. For those not looking for a full dinner experience, Aquavit is also offering an alluring package with half a bottle of Champagne, Oysters, and Ossetra Caviar at the bar for $325 (for two). Aquavit is the perfect place for couples who share their love for both food and wine to celebrate, reservations can be made via tock.

Ascent Lounge
Feb 14 // Ticketed
Aphrodite Package for 2 at the Ascent - Tickets include: VIP seating, Veuve Clicquot Rosé, two shared plates and shared dessert.

Bond 45 New York 
221 West 46th Street // www.bond45ny.com
Couples can enjoy live entertainment with their dinner at Bond 45 in Times Square of the Fireman Hospitality Group, as well as sister restaurant Redeye Grill across from Carnegie Hall by Pianist & Singer Desmond Scaife Jr. who will be performing from 6pm – 10pm on Monday, 2/14. At Bond 45, GRAMMY Award Winner Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks will perform from 8pm to close, bringing back the swinging music of the roaring 20’s and 30’s. Vince and the Nighthawks have appeared in films including The Cotton Club, The Aviator, Finding Forrester, Revolutionary Road, HBOs Boardwalk Empire, as well as Town Hall, Jazz At Lincoln Center, the Newport Jazz Festival and the 92nd St Y for the past four decades. Celebrities who have enjoyed Vince’s shows include Mel Brooks, Liza Minnelli, Michael Feinstein, Elvis Costello, Diana Krall, Tommy Tune, Molly Ringwald, Michael Feinstein, and many others. There is a $25 cover and $25 F&B minimum. Reservations are recommended.

Carmine’s
200 West 44th Street // 212-221-3800 or 2450 Broadway // 212-362-2200 carminesnyc.com
For Valentine's weekend, Carmine's is offering an Amore For Two to-go special, with Garlic Bread, Penne Alla Vodka, Chicken Parmigiana, and a Chocolate Torte for $105. Dine-in specials include Stuffed Salmon, Roasted Beef Tenderloin, and Spaghetti Carbonara.  The to-go special is available Friday through Monday, orders and reservations can be placed online at carminesnyc.com. 

Comodo
Feb 14 // 23 Lexington Avenue // Reservations
Comodo, the Latin American-inspired restaurant housed on the first floor of Freehand New York in the Flatiron District, from husband-wife team Felipe Donnelly, Executive Chef, and Tamy Rofe, Wine Director. Their food to wine pairing emulates the romantic match they have at home, in the kitchen and in their recipes. With the love you can taste in each bite and the romance in each sip of wine, your evening will be full of affection and allure. On Valentine’s Day, enjoy dinner at $75 per person with an optional $60 wine pairing per person. The wines included are created by couples who make wine together, hailing from Loire Valley, France, to Sonoma. Sip on wine that will infuse your night with love from around the world and mesh perfectly with your dinner.

Cupid's Revenge: Dinner & Burlesque at Hotel Chantelle
Feb 10 // Ticketed
Enjoy New York City's finest burlesque, aerial & nightlife performers, delight in a lavish 2-course meal (included in ticket price), sip on delicious elixirs, love potions & cocktails (available for separate purchase) & relax in the romantic ambience of Hotel Chantelle's intimate main lounge.

Dagon
2454 Broadway, NYC, 212-873-2466, dagonnyc.com
Marking one year since they opened the doors to their UWS locale, Chef-Partner Ari Bokovza created an indulgent, delicious five-course tasting menu (which can also be enjoyed a la carte) at $105 per person for the upcoming holiday of love. Options begin with a Salt Baked Malpeque Oyster with crispy merguez and preserved lemon bearnaise ($15), Diver Scallop Crudo, ‘ocean’ gelee, green apple, and harissa essence ($23), then Roasted Garlic Gnocchi with green harissa, tomato jam, and trumpet royale ($21), a Schug Crusted Rack Of Lamb, roasted beets, horseradish yogurt ($55), and the final touch - a Pomegranate Sundae made with labneh ice cream, candied pistachio, and pomegranate caramel ($15). With options like these, Dagon won’t be breaking hearts this Valentine’s Day. La dolce vita, Tel Aviv style!

Restaurant DANIEL
Feb 14 // 4 - 9PM // 60 E 65th St // Reservations
Celebrate Valentine's Day with a festive four-course feast featuring elevated interpretations of your favorite holiday dishes.

Ivana’s Pizzeria
All of Feb // 2373 Arthur Ave, Bronx // Pies can be ordered over the phone at (718) 365-4322 or in person
Ivana’s Pizzeria is bringing back their popular heart-shaped pizzas during the month of February.

La Churreria
284 Mulberry Street // 212-219-0400 // lachurrerianyc.com
Looking for a treat as sweet as your partner? Celebrate the holiday by indulging in decadent Valentine’s Day-themed desserts with your sweetheart. Starting February 1st and available throughout the month, La Churreria is offering Heart Shaped Churros and Churro Lollipops starting at $4. Melt your heart with Churro Ice Cream Sundaes, served with churro bites, strawberry sauce, custard cream, fresh strawberries, ice cream (of your choice), whipped cream, and topped with a heart-shaped churro at $9. Whether couples prefer to sit down at this cozy Spanish spot or take desserts to go, these adorable specials are sure to be the highlight of any date.

Lobster Roll
Delivery
Lobster Roll, affectionately known as LUNCH, is offering hot and cold lobster roll kits for nationwide shipping this Valentine’s Day, which believe it or not, may get your partner excited. Along with oysters, lobster is considered an aphrodisiac. The kits feature a pound of lobster meat, two jars of mayonnaise, their special seasoning packet, butter, New England-style split-top rolls, and lemon, along with step-by-step instructions for making and assembling your lobster rolls at home. The lobster roll kits retail for $129 each, not including shipping. Place your orders at lobsterroll.com. 

Lucciola
621 Amsterdam Avenue // 347-536-1335 // lucciolanyc.com
If there’s any place sure to impress a Valentine's date, Lucciola is definitely it. Located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, Lucciola's intimate interior might as well be from a scene out of a movie with its romantic dim lighting, an old piano in the corner, and a wall filled with the finest bottles of Italian red wine. For Valentine's Day, they are offering a three-course prix-fixe menu at $149 per person featuring first-course options like Spaghetti With Hokkaido Sea Urchin with churned butter or Tagliatelle Wagyu Filet with black truffle and Oregon foraged mushroom, second courses including Wagyu Butcher Steak or Scallops and Hokkaido Sea Urchin with potage brodetto, and for dessert the Wild Alpine Strawberry Tartelette. Nothing says romance quite like a classic Italian dinner with the one you love the most, that’s amore.

Macchina at The Bedford
Thru Feb 14 // 110 Bedford Avenue at the corner of North 11th Street, Brooklyn // Reservations 646.755.8609
Macchina is a stone-fired pizzeria that recently opened in the back of the long-standing The Bedford in Williamsburg. In honor of how much they love their guests, Macchina is offering a special leading up to Valentine’s Day: a heart-shaped stromboli bouquet and rose+champagne cocktails for two. V-day specials include a heart-shaped stromboli bouquets & special cocktails.

Marathi
200 Church Street // (212) 227-5100 // marathinyc.com
If couples are in the mood for a Mediterranean and cozy feel this Valentine's Day, Tribeca’s Greek Bistro Marathi is the perfect spot. This lofty restaurant will transport you to a romantic island for a night, with a three-course prix-fixe dinner offered on Valentine’s Day weekend from Friday through Monday, at $55 or $90 with beverage pairing per person. The menu includes Chef Nicholas Poulmentis' signature dishes such as Branzino Ceviche paired with Tsikoudia Pear Mojito as an amuse-bouche, followed by a Baby Kale Salad paired with Sigalas Cyclades Assyrtiko Blend, and Lobster Ravioli A La Creme, paired with Vin Does Potes Skin Contact Sauvignon Blanc Blend. Save room for dessert; the Golden Leaf, a chocolate mousse montè, with a white chocolate heart and a 4c gold leaf is not to be missed.

Market Table
54 Carmine Street // 212-255-2100 // markettablenyc.com
For those that want to keep their Valentine’s Day date light (literally and figuratively) with market-sourced, seasonally driven plates, Market Table is the spot. Located at Carmine and Bedford Streets, Market Table's team created a holiday menu for lovebirds featuring three courses of choices: firsts include Salmon Sashimi, Crispy Rock Shrimp Salad, and Butternut Carpaccio, seconds offered are a Hudson Valley Duck Breast, NY Strip, and Grilled Arctic Char, and desserts to highlight include the Lemon Meringue Tart, and S'more Chocolate Mousse. 

The Mary Lane
99 Bank Street // 212-597-9099 // themarylanenyc.com
A romantic cozy oasis, The Mary Lane is featuring a date-worthy Valentine's Day prix-fixe menu at $95 per guest.  Chef Mike Price and Chef de Cuisine Andrew Sutin are whipping up three courses that will be sure to swoon. The first course includes Hamachi Crudo served with pomelo vinaigrette, chili, Tokyo turnip, and toasted hazelnuts, Long Island Duck Confit accompanied by creamy grits, Tuscan kale, roasted radish, with spiced duck jus, followed by second course choices like an Angus Filet Mignon, paired with parsnip gratin, grilled broccolini, rosemary, and roasted garlic demi, as well as Maine Lobster Tagliatelle with saffron, wilted spinach, burst tomatoes, and Meyer lemon bread crumbs. Dessert options include Chocolate Souffle For Two, Pear & Quince Crisp, and Olive Oil-Almond Cake.

Ocean Prime NYC
123 W 52nd St // Reservations, Delivery & Takeout
Special “Valen-Prime” menu items will help couples toast romance in a truly decadent and delightful way. Setting the mood is Ocean Prime’s signature and Instagram-worthy cocktail, Berries & Bubbles, a combination of Belvedere Citrus Vodka, marinated berries, house made sour, Domaine Chandon Brut and topped with Dry Ice, ideal for a romantic toast.  Ocean Prime NYC has also created a special cocktail, just for Valentine's Day.  The Love Rush features Hennessy VS, honey, lemon and strawberry. Known for their extensive oyster menu, which features both east and west coast oysters on the half shell as well as part of the customizable Smoking Seafood Tower, aphrodisiac appetizers abound. This year, Ocean Prime is also offering a special Sea Bass & Caviar entrée (priced $64-69, based on location) for Valentine’s Day. Broiled Sea Bass is served over cauliflower puree with sauteed haricot verts, toasted garlic fingerling potatoes and roasted tomatoes - finished with orange vinaigrette and topped with caviar. The warm butter cake is a sublime ending to this romantic meal. It’s accompanied by fresh berries, vanilla ice cream and raspberry sauce.

Ophelia
Feb 14 // 5PM - 12AM // 3 Mitchel Place // Reservations
An evening of champagne, truffles & roses with a view. General admission & VIP tables available.

Portale
126 West 18th Street // 917-781-0255 // PortaleRestaurant.com
For a Valentine's night that combines exquisite Italian food with a sophisticated vibe, Portale, the eponymous restaurant of Chef Alfred Portale, is the place to ‘wow’ your date. The restaurant offers a four-course dinner menu at $115 per person with supplements available. The menu offerings begin with a Zuppa of celery roots with poached pear and spiced hazelnuts, followed by appetizer options like Plateau Frutti Di Mare with oysters, snow crab claws, seafood ceviche, and Terrina, a duck terrine with Tuscan lentils, candy cane beets, and orange marmalata. Entree selections include Chef Portale's signature Lumache pasta with bolognese Bianco, black truffle, and Parmigiano, and a Bistecca For Two, a filet mignon perfect to share with roasted carrots, cipollini onion, and truffled potatoes. Executive Pastry Chef Kaity Mitchell's desserts are the perfect way to end dinner on a sweet note; pick from Budino Di Focaccia, a warm sourdough focaccia bread pudding with toffee sauce, sweet cream gelato, or her Mousse al Cioccolato, a milk chocolate mousse, amaro butterscotch, toasted meringue, brownie, and coconut sorbet. 

Virgil’s Real BBQ
2452 Broadway // 212-921-9494 or 2452 Broadway // 646-887-3754 // virgilsbbq.com
Those craving a barbecue experience on Valentine's will want to check out Virgil's Smokin' Love to-go special ($105) for two, with a sampling of all barbecue meats including BBQ Chicken, Brisket, Pulled Pork, and Memphis-Style Pork Spare Ribs. Also included are Trainwreck Fries, Mac & Cheese, Mashed Potatoes, Cornbread, and a slice of decadent Chocolate Cake to share, available for pick-up or delivery from either location. For dine-in at Virgil's Times Square, their Surf & Turf special ($80) features a Ribeye Steak and Grilled Salmon, with a choice of two sides and a slice of Chocolate Cake. Reservations and orders can be placed online at virgilsbbq.com; the to-go special is available Friday through Monday.

Watermark in Heated Glass Houses
Feb 14 // 4PM - 11PM // Pier 15 // Reservations
Enjoy waterfront dining, roses, champagne & NYC views in heated glasshouses.

NYC Valentine's Brunch Cruise
Feb 13 & 14 // Ticketed
Board a yacht with 3 panoramic decks (outdoor & heated indoor), buffet and sweets.

48 Lounge
Feb 14 // Ticketed
Aphrodite Package for 2 at the 48 Lounge - Tickets include: VIP seating, Veuve Clicquot Rosé, two shared plates and shared dessert.

EVENTS/ACTIVITIES

Banksy Genius or Vandal
526 6th Avenue // Ticketed
Whether you’re looking for an epic, Instagrammable photo moment with bae, or simply want to take in some culture with friends, this exhibit featuring more than 80 genuine and certified artworks, and a unique VR experience guiding you through the artist's career, won’t disappoint. Buy tickets now!

Nella performing at Blue Note New York
Feb 14 // 131 W 3rd St // Ticketed
2019 Latin GRAMMY winner Nella is performing two sets at the legendary Blue Note New York this Valentine's Day on Feb. 14. The earlier show begins at 8 PM (6 PM Doors) and the late night show kicks off at 10:30 PM (10 PM Doors). With an extensive cocktail and mocktail menu, great food, and cozy vibes, Blue Note New York is the perfect date spot.

Bloom By Habitat Workshop in Times Square
Feb 9 - March 9 // 46th & Broadway // Free & open to the public
Times Square Arts is pleased to announce ‘Bloom’ by Habitat Workshop [@habitatwksp] is the winning design of the 14th Annual Times Square Love and Design Competition 💕 ‘Bloom’ is presented in partnership with @madmuseum and will be on view and open to the public in Duffy Square from February 9 through March 9, 2022.

"Thank U Next" Anti-Valentines/Singles Party at Freehand’s Broken Shaker
Feb 12 // 23 Lexington Avenue
Grab your gals and forget about the typical stress of Valentine’s Day at Freehand’s Broken Shaker, "Thank U Next" Anti-Valentines/Singles Party on February 12th. Instead of scrolling through social media and seeing couples everywhere, put your phone in your back pocket and enjoy the love you have for your galentines instead. If you’re single and ready to mingle, this is the party for you to find other singles in the city.

Bronx Zoo - Name A Roach
Love is in the air, and there is no better time to name a Bronx Zoo Madagascar hissing cockroach for your sweetheart. You don’t always have the right words, but you can still give them goosebumps. Name a Roach for your Valentine, because roaches are forever.

Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special ft. "Romeo and Juliet" and more
Feb 12 // Church of the Heavenly Rest // Ticketed
Enjoy an intimate ambiance in a beautiful venue bathed in candlelight, a talented string quartet performing classic romantic pieces and more inside the stunning architecture of the iconic Church of the Heavenly Rest.

Complimentary rose bouquets from diptyque Time Warner
Feb 11 & 12 // 110 Columbus Circle // Free
In celebration of Valentine's Day and the launch of our collection Unleash the Rose, diptyque Time Warner is offering complimentary mini rose bouquets to visitors on February 11th & 12th from 2PM-6PM. *While supplies last*

Valentine’s Day Party at Georgia Room
Feb 10 // 23 Lexington Avenue
Come grab a drink with friends or as a couple is on February 10th, when Tiff Baira is hosting a Valentine’s Day Party at Georgia Room that will also kick off NYFW. Love will be in the air for your friends or with your loved one at this VDay celebration. It’s the season of love and we all need to appreciate it just a little more this year, so start commemorating a little early with a drink at Freehand. 

I LIKE YOU Valentine’s Day Fashion Week Party at Georgia Room
Feb 10 // 23 Lexington Avenue
Feel the love on February 14th at Georgia Room with Isaac Likes at his I LIKE YOU Valentine’s Day Fashion Week party. No red flags here when you come sip on one of our Hibiscus Punch cocktails with a touch of passionfruit on your tongue to get your passions rolling. Whether you find a single there to say “I LIKE YOU” or already have someone you like in mind, Georgia Room at the Freehand Hotel will give you the best party on Valentine’s Day to spread the love under a disco ball. 

Godiva VDay Installations & Free Samples
Feb 8 - 9 // Flatiron & Herald Square // Free & open to the public
This Valentine’s Day, GODIVA is sharing love and chocolate with New Yorkers in a BIG way. In celebration of the holiday, GODIVA’s life-sized installations of its Gold Ballotin and Goldmark Heart boxes pop up in NYC on February 8th in Herald Square and February 9th in Flatiron Plaza along with plenty of samples of its delicious premium chocolate.

Il Florista - Valentine’s Day Cooking Class
Feb 9 // Il Florista // Ticketed
Time to roll up your sleeves and embrace the pasta! This special Valentine's Day activity will teach you how to craft fresh and tasty ravioli with a delicious Ricotta cheese filling. Enjoy your creation with a glass of prosecco on the side and take some home with a jar of Il Fiorista tomato sauce to repeat this dish another day! Shape these tasty bites into little hearts to make it all the more cute on this sweetest of days. Truly a moment to share with a significant other or improve your culinary skills to treat yourself!

Lanterne Lab
69 Mulberry Street // Ticketed
Experience the art of making your very own custom candle at Lanterne Lab in New York City! With a variety of vessels, scents, and personal customizations, you can pour your own luxury candle that's one of a kind and perfectly crafted. We provide all the materials, so all you have to do is enjoy the process and have fun. Also, feel free to bring your own wine, beer, or seltzers. 15% off with code SHARM15.

Museum of Ice Cream (2 for 1)
Feb 11 - Feb 14 // 558 Broadway // Ticketed
Whether you call it Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day or Singles Awareness Day: Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) New York City is getting in on the celebration! Beginning Friday, February 11 through Monday, February 14, 2022, MOIC NYC will offer two tickets for the price of one to explore 13 multi-sensory installations over three floors. For the holiday weekend, MOIC NYC will serve up swoon-worthy treats featuring candy hearts, holiday sprinkles and pink scoops — plus Valentine’s Day trivia with Hershey’s Kisses and engaging crafts throughout the immersive experience. Two-for-one tickets start from $49 for two adults, and are free for children aged 2 and below. Buy tickets now.

The Museum of Sex
Feb 13 & Feb 14 // 233 5th Ave // Ticketed
Time to get some sexual healing at a lockdown we can all get behind.....a LOVE LOCKDOWN this Valentine's Day at the Museum of Sex. Whether you are a hot couple, a sexy single, or anything in between, we've got a love infusion with your name on it. Tickets include your Love Infusion specialty cocktail (no needles we promise!) and PCR: Love positive gift bag. Buy your tickets before they sell out!