What’s Happening For Valentine’s Day in Vancouver
I’ve been informed that we don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day here as we celebrate our love every day. Okay then Michael, I’ll be hanging out with the gals on Friday! Don’t worry, I’m not bothered at all. However, whether YOU are single or in a relationship, even perhaps with someone that doesn’t celebrate V-Day, you can give yourself some treats, or go out to eat with friends and loved ones! Here’s a few suggestions for Valentine’s Day in Vancouver.
Whole Foods Flowers
First Up? Flowers. I won’t be getting any this year, or will I? I think I’ll order up some for me from me, and all for a good cause! At Whole Foods, if you buy a bouquets of roses you can make a difference around the world. With every bouquet bought, a percentage of all Whole Trade sales are donated to the farming communities where the flowers are sourced, supporting Whole Foods Market’s commitment to ethical trade, fair working conditions and the environment. Happy Valentine’s Day to me!
East Van Roaster’s Chocolate
Give for social good while treating yourself or someone special to something sweet this Valentine’s Day with award-winning chocolate from East Van Roasters (319 Carrall St., Vancouver). Fill your heart knowing that your chocolate purchase will directly support mentorship-based programming and on-the-job training for women re-entering the work force. East Van Roasters (EVR) is a certified charity and social enterprise owned and operated by the PHS Community Services Society, a non-profit housing and health care agency.
The 2020 collection of artisanal treats are both organic and fair-trade and available for purchase now at the café. The Valentine’s collection includes heart-shaped boxes filled with various truffles, chocolates, confections and seasonal bars. MORE INFO.
Love, an Ancient Affair – A Collaborative Lebanese and Iranian Dinner at Jamjar Commercial Drive
This Valentine’s, Jamjar’s Chef Chef Bardia IIbeiggi is showing Jamjar some love. he’s put together a menu based on the two ancient Iranian and Lebanese cuisines. TICKETS
Fresh Flatbread – Iranian charcoal grilled, Lebanese Saj
Cold Mezze Trio – Original hummus, marinated smoked olives, barbeque squash dip
Radicchio Salad – Radicchio, greens, radish, almond and citrus dressing
Braised Lamb Shank – Fried cauliflower, pomegranate molasses, saffron rice
Chocolate Tart – Rose caramel sauce, mint tea, cardamom & pistachio cookie
Tickets are priced per couple at $65/person + tax & gratuities inclusive of a glass of bubbly with a wine pairing option at $20/person. Vegetarian options available.
Valentine’s Shows at Theatresports
There’s two shows to celebrate Valentine’s Day at Theatresports. Firsty, The Love of Your Life – An Improvised True Romance, a witty and romantic look at one real couple’s relationship as revealed through interviews and interpreted by VTS improvisers (Feb 5 – 15). AND Love Matches: A Valentine’s Day All-Out Love Battle , a special Valentine’s Day love battle of epic proportions where ‘improv couples’ duke it out in an audience-inspired competition. More Info.
Valentine’s Day at Edible Canada
Celebrate with an authentic Canadian 4-course dinner!
4 courses, $98 for 2 people RESERVE
House Smoked Tuna with avocado, radish, celery, tomato, balsamic, rice crisp
Pacific Halibut with leeks, potato, fennel, tomato, saffron, coconut broth or
Farmcrest Chicken Duo with parsnip, carrots, Swiss chard, almonds, chicken jus
House-made Agnolotti (Pasta) with squash, mushrooms, fior di latte, pumpkin seeds
Cheese Platter house jam, cracker
Coconut Chocolate Mousse with cranberry, coconut, cocoa nibs
Cibo or Uva For February 14 and 15 KISS ON MY LIST – Valentine’s Day
The team at Cibo Trattoria and Uva Wine & Cocktail Bar will give lovers a chance to enjoy those lingering glances a little bit longer for Valentine’s Day this year by offering a romantic three-course menu and cocktail on Friday, February 14 and Saturday, February 15.
Beginning at 5 p.m., Cibo will turn the lights down low and get guests in the mood with a three-course feast featuring Taleggio con arugula e pear insalata, pollo al Marsala and a sweet finish courtesy of a cioccolato per due. The two-night-only menu is offered with all items available à la carte in addition to Cibo’s regular nightly fare.
Meanwhile, next door at Uva, Lead Bartender Morgane Lefort has created a signature lover’s libation with the ‘French Kiss’ — a sweet-and-sassy lip smacker comprising Empress gin, Martini Bianco vermouth, St-Germain elderflower liqueur and fresh lemon juice available for $14 per potion.
Dinner Menu $49/per person
Taleggio con Arugula e pear Insalata – crispy Taleggio cheese, arugula, fresh pear, housemade fig balsamic vinaigrette
Pollo al Marsala -breast of chicken with Marsala wine, confit garlic roast potato, crispy sage, broccolini
Cioccolato per due – housemade truffles, petite meringue, fresh berries
