Valentines' Ideas for 2022

Downtown New West is radiating the aura of loveee this February, and we’re writing this so you can soak it all in!

Starting off with...

Treats & Bouquets 

^{Our Membership Engagement & Events Manager Angelene Prakash with her gorgeous bouquet from Beautiful Roses}

Have you seen our reel on how a bouquet can brighten up your day? Some fresh flowers for V-day go a long way, and our local florists are ready to wrap those up for you at Beautiful Roses, Bunches & Blooms, GJ Park & Queen’s Park! 

And let’s not forget how integral chocolate is to the Valentines' fantasy! Origins Chocolate Bar is your local hotspot for artisanal, ethical and delicious chocolate!

If chocolate isn’t your thing, indulge in the fluffy baked goods from Pamola Bakery & Donuteria. 

Valentine’s Experiences 

Every V-day needs that evening activity to make it stand out in the lifeline of your relationship, and New West is offering plenty of those! 

Paddlewheeler River Boat Tours is offering a 3-course meal for you and your loved one as you watch the sunset together on the beautiful river. This would make for a wonderful activity for all of you celebrating Galentines! 

At Pacific Breeze Winery, celebrate your Valentine with a wine and chocolate pairing for just $32. Each experience includes two wine flights of three delicious wines, and you get to take a rose with a customized note home! 

If you’re the playful type, try to break out of one of Exit New West’s escape rooms with your extra special partner-in-crime! They’re offering a buy one, get one 50% off for any couples who come in on V-day, and all you lovely single people get 20% off too! 

Now for an Enticing Dinner

^{Photo by minn_foodie on Instagram}

DailyHive recently called this restaurant one of the best places in all of Vancouver for a date night - Pizzeria Ludica! Their scrumptious pizzas are complemented with their hundreds of board and card games which let you get to know your date a little better! 

Taverna Greka is opening their doors on Valentines' for all you lovebirds who are in the mood to feast on what’s been called the Greek food in the City! 

To pair your meals with some flavoursome wine, Hops Pub is offering 15% off their Bottles of Red Rooster Cabernet Merlot, La Vieille Ferme Rosé and Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc.

Finally, Downtown favourites El Santo & The Boathouse are pulling through once again, with their special Valentines' themed menus. Reserve now to steal your lover's heart for good!

Gifts Ideas

^{Photo by Jarrod Mckenna}

We didn’t forget this essential part of V-day, and you shouldn’t either if you want to end off your night on a good note! For starters, put your affection for your loved one in some of the wonderful cards that Found Boutique & Good Omen offer up.

Know your lady’s favourite colour? See if Mila + Paige have tops or scarves that she could adorn herself with! 

Are there gamers in your dynamic duo? You'd wanna check out what Gamesdeals has to offer!

We have tonnes of Self-Care spots that sell gift cards to pamper yourself and your lover with. They’re all listed at the bottom of this page here.

And if you’re still uncertain about how to perfect your Valentines' Day, read our blog on Date Ideas to get some more Inspiration. Happy Valentine's! 

^{Blog cover photo by Brandon Chalmers}