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Happy Valentine’s Day, Promenade!<\/p>\n
Whether you love or hate this holiday, we must admit that Valentine’s Day goes way back, and no, it hasn’t always been about chocolates and flowers.<\/p>\n
Playing Heart To Get?<\/strong> In the 5th century, Pope Gelasius declared February 14th as St. Valentine’s Day, and many Catholics honored the day with religious rituals and feasts. These festivities, however, took a romantic turn in 1357. Chaucer’s poetry translated the word “valentine” into a term of endearment for “loved one.” As a result, we now celebrate love and partnership on February 14th, Valentine’s Day.<\/p>\n Couples, Galentine’s, or singles, here’s how to celebrate in Baltimore:<\/p>\n All You Knead Is Love, And A Good Dinner<\/strong> Schola is hosting an Aphrodisiacs Dinner<\/a> from 5:00—8:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 12th. For $90\/person, experience roasted oysters, lobster ravioli, beef wellington, and a dark chocolate flourless cake. Tickets are available online<\/a>.<\/p>\n Mama’s on the Half Shell’s<\/a> chefs carefully curated their Valentine’s Day menu this year. Their exquisite seafood can be enjoyed in-restaurant with a reservation<\/a> or at home with carryout options.<\/p>\n Looking for something a bit more romantic? @belvedereandcoevents<\/a> are partnering with Owl Bar<\/a> this Valentine’s Day. From 4:00-9:00 p.m., guests can enjoy a prix fixe dinner in the Eager Howard Ballroom. Dinner is $85 per person and includes specialty cocktails and a wine list.<\/p>\n We’re big fans of Bondhouse in Fells Point. This Valentine’s Day, they’re offering a prix fixe menu of $95\/person; dinner consists of one shareable appetizer, two entrees, two glasses of wine, and one dessert.<\/p>\n We Love You A Whole Brunch<\/strong> Love your girlfriends a latte? Take them out to a Galentine’s Flamingle’s Brunch<\/a> at the Maryland Zoo. $110 tickets<\/a> include zoo admission, access to the brunch buffet and open bar, drag performances, bingo, and trivia. Couples and singles are also invited!<\/p>\n These Would Be Gouda For You<\/strong> On Saturday, February 11th, Guildford Hall Brewery is hosting a Board in a Box night at noon. If attending by yourself, tickets are $75\/person; double admission (two guests) is $90. The first two drinks are free with your ticket purchase<\/a>.<\/p>\n Gals’ Night Out<\/strong> Obsessed with T Swift? No Way Ros\u00e9 is celebrating the queen herself on Friday, February 10th, with a T Swift Galentine’s Dance<\/a> from 8:00 p.m. — 2:00 a.m. Tickets are available online<\/a>.<\/p>\n Party in style at The Point in Fells<\/a>. On Saturday, February 11, they’re throwing a Girls’ Party at 9:00 p.m. with an open bar, finger foods, photo booth, and DJ. Did you know they also have espresso martini machines available for use?<\/p>\n Looking For a Gift?<\/strong> Berries by Quicha<\/a> is berry nice; their hand-dipped chocolate strawberries are divine. Try some for yourself, or gift a Love Box.<\/p>\n Bin604<\/a> is the wine we want, and they’re perfect for yourself, a friend, or a loved one. Shop their world-renowned collection of bubblies, whites, roses, or reds.<\/p>\n
\nValentine’s Day<\/a> originated from the Roman holiday, Lupercalia, which commemorated fertility; however, some historians speculate that Valentine’s Day began in Ancient Greece with celebrations of Zeus and Hera’s marriage in February.<\/p>\n
\nDoes someone octopi your heart? If so, treat them to a delectable dinner at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood<\/a>. They’re currently accepting Valentine’s Day reservations from 6:00—9:00 p.m. Jimmy’s Famous Seafood will have a prix fixe menu with surf and turf, and mouth-watering desserts.<\/p>\n
\nYou don’t need romance to enjoy a boozy brunch. Absolutely Dragulous is throwing a Valentine’s Drag Brunch<\/a> on Saturday, February 11th, at Peabody’s Heights; doors are open from noon to 2:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
\nCheckerspot<\/a> is getting cheesy this Valentine’s Day. On Friday, February 10th, they’re hosting a make-your-own charcuterie board event. For 1.5 hours, Christin of Boards in a Box will teach the class how to make the perfect cheese arrangement and compliment cheeses with various types of meat. Tickets<\/a> are perfect for singles, Galentine’s, or couples; one beer comes with a ticket purchase.<\/p>\n
\nKooper’s Tavern<\/a> is celebrating Galentine’s Day on February 9th from 6:00—9:00 p.m. There will be pop-up shops, psychic readings, and bottomless prosecco, sangria, and High Noon.<\/p>\n
\nWhether it’s for a loved one—or a treat for yourself—these local shops are perfect for Valentine’s Day.<\/p>\n