Valentine Gift Ideas.
February 02 2023, Mercedes-Benz Vancouver
Love is in the air! Whether it’s with your significant other, friends, or yourself, Valentine’s Day is a great time of year to indulge in your romantic side. Gift your Valentine with our list of local artisans, chocolatiers, and treats that are sure to make them feel loved and appreciated.
For the Valentines Day Purists
Flowers have a way of bringing a smile to anyone’s face. It’s a simple yet elegant luxury that many purchase for themselves as a self-love treat – but it always means so much more when it’s gifted.
The Flower Factory is consistently ranked the top florist in the city, earning them over 40 gold awards in the 22 years they have been in business. Known for their breathtaking, artistic, and original floral designs, The Flower Factory creates botanical works of art in every style imaginable.
For those with a more whimsical personality, The Wild Bunch is a perfect option, offering a natural, freestyle approach to both their fresh and dried floral bouquets. Choose between the two or a mix, and The Wild Bunch also provides truffle treats and bouquet subscriptions for those who wish to continue the romantic surprise year-round.
Landeau’s famous luxury roses are specially curated and bred to last. Set in a stunning circular box with an internal vase, these floral experts guarantee pristine roses that outlast any other florist in town.
For the Chocolatiers
Located on Industrial Ave in East Vancouver, Beta5 is an innovative chocolate shop heralded for their contemporary style and silky smooth chocolates. Pre-orders for their special Valentine’s collection are now available and sure to sell out as quickly as their previous limited-edition collections.
A departure from traditional chocolates for Valentine’s Day, we recommend gifting Mon Paris Pattiserie’s Valentine pastries or any of their chocolate-infused creations. Authentically French in style, Chef Elena Krasnova is an expert in fusing French luxury into her confections.
Chez Christophe is an award-winning chocolate and patisserie shop in Burnaby, headed by Christophe Bonzon, one of only 14 Cacao Barry® Ambassadors in Canada. Known for their swiss chocolate, their Chez Christophe’s gift boxes are a decadent indulgence few can resist.
For the Adventurists
Wander a magical forest in the mountain air with Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge. Re-lit for a romantic display of lights, the suspension bridge leads to a “Arc De Lumina” light tunnel and a forest chandelier – perfect for those who love outdoor dates.
Vancouver’s Hot Chocolate Festival is in full swing with its cozy, last hurrah on Valentine’s Day. Explore the city’s diverse culinary scene by sampling gourmet hot chocolates in each area. With over 95 locations and 140 flavours to choose from, the cocoa-infused journey is sure to lead you to new exciting establishments.
Head up into the mountains for an invigorating snowshoeing adventure at Grouse Mountain’s Light Walk. A true winter wonderland reminiscence of Narnia, the Light Walk is led by a dazzling light display and Indigenous stories.
For the Keepsake Treasurers
Nothing says forever like a permanent piece of jewelry. The latest trend in fashion is permanently welding dainty, elegant chains onto your wrists, ankles, and necks. Local jewelers like Leah Alexandra and Melanie Auld offer stunning, classic chain styles to choose from and allow cute additions to personalize each piece.
Relive your favourite roadtrip moments together with a ROAM candle. Inspired by the adventures of Alicia Haque and her photographer husband, Matt Hutch, these luxury, coconut-apricot wax blend candles evoke memories of exploring the wilds of Whistler and Tofino.
Hand & Sew is a local artisan leather shop that creates quality, custom leather accessories. Create a unique leather bag to go on adventures together, or craft a personalized wallet for your loved one to carry wherever they go.
For the Social Seekers
Grab a few unique cocktail mixes from The Keefer Bar and throw your own Palentine’s Day party with your single friends and/or other couples. Create your own romantic concoctions as you binge on rom-coms with your favourite people.
Johnnie Fox and Backcountry Brewing’s Valentine’s Day Dinner engages all your senses with a delicious five-course meal and beer pairings guided by Backcountry Brewmaster, Marc Roberts. Enjoy live music later in the evening from the talented Michael Fabro and mingle with other craft beer lovers this Valentines.
Gather your friends for a fun Valentine’s Day floral arrangement class at Celsia Florist. Their Galentine’s Day Workshop allows you to build your own bouquets for yourselves or each other, while enjoying Valentine’s Day themed treats and refreshments. The workshop ends with a fun photoshoot to capture your day together.
For the Luxury Imbibers
Elevate your bar with The Modern Bartender’s Cigar Box Old Fashioned Smoking Set. A local boutique that caters to every bartender’s whim, their Old Fashioned kit allows you to create your own smokey drinks at home with five different aromatic wood bricks.
Treat your Valentine to a curated selection of whiskey flights from all over the world at Cask Whisky Vault in Richmond. Chef Will Lew has also created a decadent seafood menu infused with Asian flavours for Valentine’s Day, with complementary whiskey pairings if you and your date prefer to let the kitchen and bar take the wheel.
Located on the West End, Atkinson’s is a collection of the world’s most recognized luxury bar and glassware brands. Choose your spirit or wine of choice, and Atkinson’s will have a selection of stunning glassware to choose from, like this gorgeous Moser shot glass.
