Oh yes, Valentine’s day. The hallmark holiday where you’re supposed to go above and beyond show love to your significant other.
Being single for a great part of my life has made me jaded to valentines day, it comes and it goes just like any other day. The best Valentine’s day gift to me came from my parents one year when they sent me roses in college. It’s been the pits since but who’s paying attention.
Not everyone gets the heavy eyerolls or makes snide remarks at the thought of Valentine’s day and for that we present to you these gift ideas.
FOR THE THE JUST GETTING TO KNOW EACH OTHER
Valentine’s Truffle Making Party at Katherine Anne Confectioner $60
Enjoy a glass of bubbly to start the night, with savory snacks following. Create truffles with confectionista Katherine Anne Duncan, who will help design truffle flavors completely from scratch. We start with a chocolate tasting, move on to ingredients and pairings, then get to work. You will design, melt, mix, chill, scoop, and roll truffles to completion. You’ll leave with a sampling of the 3-4 truffles created that night (8-15 pieces total.)
FOR THE LOVERS
Brunch at Toast then pop into G Boutique on Damen for a little something, we’re all grown here.
Let’s not kid ourselves this day is all about her but make him feel special by taking him to a spot that will make you feel special, trust he will like this. Happy shopping, pun intended.
FOR THE ON CALL PARAMOUR(a step above booty call dude)
Dreaming Tree “Crush” Wine $14.99
He’s been there to pick up your call at random hours of the night with no excuses. Show your appreciation with a bottle of wine and give him a reason to keep taking your call. A collaboration between Dave Matthews and winemaker Steve Reeder this wine pulls you in with a smoky berry note and then jumps up with a raspberry jam.
FOR YOUR GUY FRIEND
Conversation tends to flow better over a cup of something like this.
FOR THE WORKAHOLIC MAN
Valentine’s day at PUBLIC HOTEL CHICAGO
Let him sit back and take a break by taking in a movie in the PUBLIC Screening Room, followed by DJ Galvan, board games and pinball from 9pm-2am. Special “bubbly” cocktails include Lavender Champagne cocktail, Chili Passion Champagne Cocktail and Lychee Raspberry Bellini. They are offering room rates from $150 where you can retire for the night and unwind.
FOR THE LOW KEY LUXE GUY
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Leather Billfold Wallet $440
Bottega Veneta is one those brands with a recognizable insignia without being obnoxious. It’s not just a wallet it’s a Bottega Veneta wallet, okay!
Whatever you decide to get the him in your life, make sure that above all else you show love everyday not just on valentine’s.
