Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and like so many other occasions over the past year, it will look a little different this year. However, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate safely and indulge in some Old East Village business offerings! Whether you need to find something for that special someone or are treating yourself to some V-day love, you’ll find the best of the best in OEV. The big day will be here before we know it so take a look below for grade-A options you can enjoy right at home!
10Eighteen Valentines’ Specials
The fine folks at 10Eighteen Coffee Bar never disappoint, and this year is no different! Check out their charcuterie boards, prepared meals, and dessert trays right here. The order deadline is Feb. 10 and all made to order items and can be picked up at their 1018 Dundas location on Feb. 13.
Union Ten Cocktails and Kits
Is there a better time of year to cozy up with that special someone and enjoy a fancy cocktails or two? Likely not, so check out Union Ten for some pre-bottled glamour like the Old Fashioned, a sleek Manhattan, or Negroni. All made in house with their specialty craft spirits and just waiting for you to place your order. Plus, you can kick the gift up a notch with a cocktail kit! Curbside pickup and delivery available.
EatOA’s Valentine’s Pairing Menu
If you’re looking for the perfect meal - start to finish - EatOA has you covered this year. This Valentine’s menu features three courses paired with three beers from Anderson Craft Ales. Plus, join the virtual tasting session with brewmaster Gavin Anderson and the EatOA crew on Feb. 14, and make an event out of dinner at home! This menu is for pickup only and you can find more details right here.
Lunah Life’s Valentine’s Gifts
Perhaps this V-day should be all about self-care and what better way to dive right in than with locally made, all-natural skincare and beauty products? Lunah Life creates everything on site and is fully stocked online with health, bath, and beauty products designed specifically with St. Valentine in mind. You can order online with curbside pickup and delivery options available.
Aeolian Hall's Phoenix Sessions Concert Series
Give the gift of live music this Valentine's... that can be enjoyed right at home! The Aeolian Hall's Phoenix Sessions are a series of live streamed concerts each month. For just $20 per month, you can become a member and enjoy each session the whole month through. Not only is this a fantastic way to keep live music in your life, but a great way to support this historic and important venue in OEV! Find out more info on membership and February's lineup right here.
Enter the #DIGOEV Valentine’s Giveaway!
What’s better than scoring the perfect gift for that special someone? Getting it for free! We have a pair of gift cards to giveaway - $175 to Whistling Dick’s Barber Shop and $175 to Love Alchemy Lifestyle Boutique and Salon - to a lucky pair of sweethearts, BFFs, co-workers, siblings… whoever you’d like to share this with! Simply like the contest post on DIGOEV’s Facebook or Instagram and tag the person you’d like to share these experiences with. That’s it! The winner will be randomly selected on Friday Feb. 12 at 12pm and the prize can be picked up at the BIA office at 316 Rectory Street. Not only is this the perfect gift, but also the perfect way to indulge in some self-care as we move out of lockdown and into reopening!
No matter what you decide on this Valentine’s, we hope you enjoy yourself, stay safe, and continue to support all the wonderful people doing great things in OEV. If you’re looking for even more Valentine’s ideas, check out our Business Directory for links to each OEV business and what they’re currently offering!