Durham’s Got Valentine’s Specials. Lots of them! Dig in and feel the love.
2023 Durham Valentines’ Round Up
As Valentine’s Day approaches, our Instagram feed has been overflowing with the most stunning photos and videos of decadent sweet treats, savory meals, stunning floral arrangements, luxurious spa treatments, fun gifts, and instant blush-inducing accouterments of love. We decided to do a roundup of the Valentine’s goodness abounding in Durham and the surrounding area and found 34 incrediBULL small businesses to help you make this the best Valentine’s Day ever, yet.
Disclaimer: We’re not responsiBULL any babies or curvaceousness that may result from enjoying these Valentine’s frivolities. Stop by BULLish Market Member Hersey Pharmacy for all your prophylactic needs. Ha!
1 Blossom 2 Bloom
Raleigh-Durham florist 1 Blossom 2 Bloom has Valentine’s offerings for lovers, friends, family, and self-love.
“Our Bloom & design workshop series celebrates self-love this Galentine’s Day. Join us on February 12th, 2023, from 11 am to 1 pm. This elevated workshop will teach you how to make a floral wearable that is only fit to adorn the head of a queen.
“Before you dive into creating your adornment, you can enjoy brunch with freshly made waffles and create your own Mimosas from our Mimosa bar. To capture all of our guests and their beauty, we will have a GLAM booth onsite to take the ultimate selfie.
“Tickets are 65.00 you can reserve your seat for 25.00 today 😊 10 spots only. The workshop is at The Nest Raleigh.”
🎟️Book Here: https://www.1blossom2bloom.com/shop/p/seasonal-floral-workshops
“Let us deliver something Amazing 🤩 to the one your love this Valentine’s Day. Our Lovers’ bouquet design is the ultimate expression of love add a spicey or sweet card or a dozen homemade, chocolate-dipped marshmallows to any order. Use coupon code: BULL for 10% off till 📅February 5th (because of Durham Bulls).”
💐Order Here: https://www.1blossom2bloom.com/shop/p/sweetest-taboo
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Ashleigh Bakes Daily
Ashleigh Bakes Daily has a special Valentine’s cookie in addition to their existing scrumptious menu. “Our caramel stuffed MnM oreo Valentine’s Day cookie goes on sale 2/1 for a limited time.”
Place your order at https://www.ashleighbakesdaily.com
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Bright Black Candle
Bright Black Candle is hosting their first workshop of the year – No Ordinary Love – Friday, February 10th, from 6-8 PM in their brand new Creator Studio, Lakewood Shopping Center, 2020 Chapel Hill Rd., Suite 24, Durham, NC 27707 (located in between Freeman’s Creative and El Futuro). $55 per attendee.
“Agape. Eros. Philia. Storge. This workshop explores the many dimensions of love–self-love, familial affection, the warmth of friendship, the tenderness of intimacy, and the deep agape felt for one’s culture.
“In this workshop, Bright Black co-founders Tiffany and Dariel will guide you through a scent journey inspired by love in the broadest sense of the word. In the first part of the workshop, you will blend scents to capture memories, feelings, and images related to love. In part two of the workshop, you will use your custom-designed scent to create your very own candle.”
Hurry. Only three slots remain at the time of writing this. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/522386290457
Opening reception of “No Ordinary Love” art exhibit by Cornell Watson and Samantha Everette opens February 12th with a reception from 4-6 PM.
Bright Black Candle has love bundles on special all February. These scent pairings are sure to put love in your air. Click here to let your love burn bright.
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Bull City Confectionaries
Home of the mini bundt has a bevy of Valentine’s Day Specials.
- Sweet Heart Cake Box – $20 | Three heart-shaped vanilla dream cakes topped with vanilla, strawberry, and lemon icing.
- Velvet Lust – $40 | Half dozen red velvet cakes filled with vanilla and Ghirardelli chocolate icing topped with chocolate-covered strawberries.
- Triple Love Strawberry Cake – $55 | 10-inch strawberry marble cake filled with fresh strawberries topped with cream cheese glaze and strawberry crunch crumbles.
Order up today: https://form.jotform.com/212924770740153
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Bull City Sweet Shoppe
BULLish Market Member Bull City Sweet Shoppe is your one-stop shop for the one you’re sweet on. They’re Durham’s first and only sweet hub. Get everything from locally made cheesecake to homemade chocolate-covered strawberries. They’re located at 2022 Angier Ave., Durham, NC, 27701 or order up at https://www.bullcitysweetshoppe.com.
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Chez Moi
Get in the know about the most sought-after cake in North Carolina. Nothing says love like rum cake. Just one bite, and there’s no going back. Do yourself a favor and add the lemon curd to your order. You’re welcome. Order TODAY at https://www.iloverumcake.com.
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
City Box Durham
Absolutely nothing is as lovaBULL as Durham, NC. Send yourself, your friends, and your honey-bunny a curated Durham gift box brimming of Durham-made goodness. BULLish Market Member City Box Durham has an intentionally curated box for every budget.
Order today: https://cityboxdurham.com/collections/all
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Corenta Candles
BULLish Market Member Corenta Candles just released their love day scents. “Valentine’s Day candles have launched! The scents are Adore, Be Mine, and Cloud 9.” Order yours today: https://www.corentacandles.com/s/shop
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Crafts and Drafts
Looking for a unique Valentine’s Day date experience? Head over to Crafts and Drafts to make a craft and a memory that will last forever. Commemorate your burning love with a woodburning craft or paint a glass for your favorite beverage or love that runneth over.
Check out your options at https://www.craftsanddrafts.com
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Delores Pottery & Studios
Valentine’s Couples Potter Class
Reenact the famous scene from Ghost, plus enjoy chocolate-covered strawberries, snacks, and a beautiful pottery item you made. $125 per couple.
Valentines Day Options
Tues 6pm – 7:30pm
https://delorespottery.corsizio.com/c/63da10f3a04b8650fe0d9aa6
Tues 8pm – 9:30pm
https://delorespottery.corsizio.com/c/63da18e8a04b8650fe0e648c
Valentines Weekend Edition – February 18th.
Saturday ‘Weekend edition” 6:30pm – 8pm
https://delorespottery.corsizio.com/c/63dab52a1477a730fccb9b4f
The Durham Hotel
Enjoy Valentine’s Dinner at The Durham Hotel, February 10-14.
“Celebrate with your Valentine over a romantic three-course dinner in the Restaurant with our Valentine’s dinner menu for $80 per person. Our Valentine’s dinner menu will be offered alongside our regular menu Friday, Feb. 10, Sunday, Feb. 12, and Monday, Feb. 13. The Valentine’s prix fixe menu will be offered exclusively on Saturday, Feb. 11 and Tuesday, Feb. 14. Reservations are recommended for all nights, but are required with a $50 deposit for Valentine’s Day dinner on February 14.
Click here to make your reservation for Friday, Feb. 10 – Monday, Feb. 13.
Click here to make your reservation for Tuesday, Feb. 14.
“Make it a romantic getaway and pair Valentine’s Dinner with our Valentine’s Room Package. Receive a bottle of sparkling wine in your room upon arrival, complimentary valet parking, and breakfast for two in the Restaurant the following morning when you book our Valentine’s package.
First Course: choice of one
- Boxcarr Farms Cheese Soup: crispy potato skins, preserved lemon gremolata
- Vera Luce Chicory Salad: creamy caramelized honey-hibiscus dressing, sunflower seed brittle, charred green onions
- Smoked Bay Scallop Tostada: refried boiled peanuts, jicama-cabbage slaw, pickled onions, morita chile salsa
Second Course: choice of one
- Menage a Trois Deux: Grilled bavette with harissa-creamy cashew, lamb chop with pink peppercorn au poivre, and crispy confit quail with orange marmalade glaze, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and broiled broccolini
- NC Red Drum: fried oysters, andouille-brown rice pilaf, sauteed local greens, buttermilk ‘soup’
- Red Chile-Wild Mushroom Tamales: plantain-black bean stew, crispy avocado, radish
- Slow Roasted NY Strip: house-made Worcestershire, roasted shallots and shiitakes, duck fat potatoes
Third Course: Chef’s choice of house-made desserts
Please note, the prix fixe menu price does not include beverages, gratuity, and tax.”
Firsthand Foods
BULLIsh Market Founding Members Firsthand Foods is having a major flash sale on February 2-7th on their premium quality meats. While not a Valentine’s special per say, it’s a definite must for anyone who loves meat and savings. Hurry over to their website before they sell out: https://firsthand-foods.square.site
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Floral Dimensions
Order flowers from Floral Dimensions and let their floral artists wow your loved one’s pants off. Make sure to get your order in as soon as possiBULL before they’re completely booked for Valentine’s Day.
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Foster’s Market
Foster’s Market has a Valentine’s Day for two to take home. This three-course meal for two includes your choice of appetizers, entrees, and famed desserts All for $125.
“❤️ Let us cook your Valentine’s meal for you! Place your orders by Sunday, February 12. http://fostersmarket.com .”
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Haven Beauty Nails
Enjoy free mamamoses all month long at Haven Beauty Nails while you get pampered. Are you in love yet? If not, their Valentine’s Special is sure to make you swoon.
“V-Day ❤️Jelly Pedi & Gel-X Set Package❤️ $90.00 · 2 hours 30 minutes ·This includes our Jelly Pedicure plus a Gel-X Full Set of any length. (Does not include add-ons such as nail art, soak-offs, or gel toe polish).”
Book today! https://thehavenbeautynails.com
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
H2O Hair Salon and Spa
Our friends over at H2O Hair Salon and Spa have several specials to have you loving and feeling yourself. Head into this Valentine’s Day relaxed, waxed, and ready to go. Schedule at https://h2ohairsalonandspa.com.
“Cupids Bow Valentines Package Special 🤍 Have you ever had a first-class facial? This is your opportunity to experience luxurious self-care, Start with your 24K Gold LED facial, followed by your rose petals pedicure. Perfect gift 4 Valentine’s XoXo. 2 hr 10 min. Was $171, Now $158. Expires February 14.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 💖24K Gold LED Light Therapy Deluxe Facial (50 min)
- 🌹Rose Petals Pedicure (1 hour 20 min)
Love is in the Hair #ValentinesDay Special 🤍 Take care of yourself or your loved ones with this giftable package. Start off with a brow & Brazilian waxing with our skilled estheticians, followed by a shampoo & blow-dry to leave the salon looking your best! X0X0. Was $107, Now $99.00. Expires February 14.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- ♥️ Brow Waxing
- ♥️ Brazilian Wax
- ♥️ Shampoo and Blowdry
- ❤️Latinx Owned Business
- 🏳️🌈LGBTQ+ Safe Space
Indulge Catering
“This Valentine’s Day, indulge in delicious with Indulge Catering, LLC. We are opening up our Franklinton kitchen for a limited-seating Cooking Class on February 11 and February 14th. Participate in preparing your choice of scrumptious Beef Tenderloin, Miso Salmon, or Stuffed Mushrooms w/Vegan Lobster & Pesto!!
“The Indulge Catering Team will walk you through how to properly cook your proteins, roast veggies, and make risotto like a pro! Plus, you’ll enjoy a specially curated Charcuterie Snack Board, a signature Bronx Sunrise Mocktail, AND a complimentary Indulgent Desserts Box!!
Seating is limited, $125 per person, 18+, so register at https://indulge-catering.com/cooking-classes before February 3rd!!”
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
- 🏳️🌈LGBTQ+ Safe Space
La Recette Patisserie
La Recette Patisserie makes the most stunning desserts and is celebrating their first Valentine’s Day in their brick-and-mortar cake shop – Allendown Shopping Center, 4823 Meadow Dr Suite 115, Durham, NC 27713.
“Surprise your loved ones with a sweet gift box!
💕 Vintage Pink Cake:
- Vanilla cake with fresh strawberries filling and swiss meringue buttercream
💕 Lovers Box:
- 2x Hot Cocoa Bombs
- 2x Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- 2x Cake Pops
- 2x Macarons
💕Date Night Box:
- 2x Hot Cocoa Bombs
- 10x Raspberry and vanilla macarons
- 4x Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- 2x Chocolate and Vanilla Cake Pops
All orders (Link in bio) will be available for pickup from the cake studio in Durham on Monday the 13th between 3-5 pm or Tuesday the 14th between 12-3 pm!”
https://www.larecettepatisserie.com/pre-order
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Little Barb’s Bakery
We are about to start selling tickets for Durham’s one and only cake-tasting board experience! Think charcuterie but for cakes. 😉 We also have a V-day preorder form for heart-shaped cakes with customizable messages.
Order here: https://littlebarbsbakery.com/
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Little Homestead Farm
Just ordered my littlest Valentine an adoraBULL Rubber Ducky Valentine’s Day Bubble Bomb and their candy heart shape Valentine’s Day Bath Bomb Set from Little Homestead Farm. The LHF team had my gift shipped within an hour of my order!
Place your order at LittleHomesteadFarm.com or stop by their brand-new brick-and-mortar at 2024 Angier Ave., Durham, NC, 27703.
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Melanated Wines
Melanated Wines is quickly becoming everyone’s fave place to wine down and they’re open Valentine’s Day from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
“Reservations are Available for Valentine’s Day❤️ Join us on Tuesday, February 14, 2023!
Our tasting room provides an intimate experience, perfect for a fantastic date.
Reservations are strongly recommended- book NOW!”
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Morehead Manor Bed & Breakfast
Book a lover’s staycation at Morehead Manor Bed & Breakfast. They were just awarded the 2022 WRAL Voters’ Choice Awards Best Hotel/Vacation Rental in the Triangle, and each room boasts the latest in romance technology – electric fireplaces. https://www.moreheadmanor.com
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Mystic Bourbon
Mystic Bourbon has rolled out an entire lineup of events at their distillery, including TWO Valentine’s events. Cheers! 🥃
Valentine’s Chocolate & Bourbon Pairing! From 6 – 8 PM. Saturday, February 11th, 2023.
https://mysticdurham.ticketspice.com/valentines-chocolate-bourbon-pairing-class
Valentine’s Day Cocktail Class! From 2 – 4 PM. Sunday, February 12th, 2023.
https://mysticdurham.ticketspice.com/valentines-day-cocktail-class
Museum of Life and Science
In the name of love and science! The Museum of Life and Science is a love language. They truly have something for everyone but mean people. They have an After Hours Series for adults to enjoy their love of science. This month they delve into the love and science of wine.
AfterHours: Science of Wine
February 9, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
“Explore the science behind wine as you engage all your senses at this 21+ pre-Valentine’s celebration!
“Join us for an evening of diverse wine, scientific exploration, and live music by Maria and Dylan. Enjoy the Museum’s indoor exhibits and hands-on experiments, or take a leisurely stroll through the Magic Wings Butterfly House. Sample a variety of wine and food from local vendors such as Melanated Wine, Wine Authority, Vino and Vine, Chapel Hill Wine Co., Cloer Vineyards, FireClay Cellars, and Strong Arm Baking Co. Tap into your creative side with wine glass painting with Painted Grape, unique cork crafts, button making, musical wine glasses, and more!
Beer, wine, and “Create your own” Sangria will be available for purchase at our cash bars. How Bout Burger and Bomb A$$ Sandwich Co. Food Trucks will be on-site with food for purchase.
All money raised from this event will benefit our conservation and education initiatives that help inspire lifelong learning at the Museum.”
Tickets are selling fast, be sure to purchase yours today!
https://life-and-science.ticketleap.com/scienceofwine/dates/Feb-09-2023_at_0630PM
Nailed It DIY Durham
Looking to nail the perfect Valentine’s Date? BULLish Market Member, Nailed It DIY Durham has you covered.
“We are currently selling a Valentine Picture Perfect wood piece that is personalized and makes a beautiful, unique gift for your loved one. Kids can make a Valentine-themed tic tac toe board on 2/8, from 1-4 pm (early release day) at our drop-off youth mini camp. Join us for DIY Date night on 2/9 from 6-8 pm. Make any project you like!
“Our biggest event is a Galentine’s Day Celebration 👯♀️ 2/11 from 1-4 pm. There will be DIY, sweet treats, shopping, giveaways, and more! Details are on our website Durham.naileditdiy.com. 🔨
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Nailz + Beauty
We absolutely love all-natural, full beauty spa, Nailz + Beauty. They’re celebrating self-love all February long.
Their February Specials Include:
- It takes TWO Package ($40 savings): Mani/Pedi for Two $150
- Ready to Mingle Package ($30 savings): Chocolate Enzyme Facial + Brazilian Wax $150
- Self-Love Package ($20 savings): Chocolate Enzyme Facial + Eyebrow Shaping $120
- Couples Valentines Massage Class $200
Book your me or we time at https://www.nailzplusbeauty.com/book-an-appointment
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Ora Teahouse and Bakery
We’re totally in love with BULLish Market Member Trista Sanford, owner of Ora Teahouse. Love is the secret ingredient in every offering she has. February 3rd she’s releasing a Chai tea line up, perfect timing for Valentine’s Day. We lovingly suggest the Ambrosia Tea and the Bright Black Candle collab – With Love, Trista Candle.
Order here: https://www.orateahouse.com/shop
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
Saladelia’s
Bring the flavor and experience of one of Durham’s best and longest-standing restaurants home. Saladelia’s has a Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two that you do not want to miss! ReasonaBULLy priced at only $75.
Choose two entrees:
- Almond-crusted salmon | sustainably ocean-farmed salmon, sautéed winter greens, Za’atar spiced fingerling potatoes, golden cream lemon sauce
- Stuffed chicken breast | NC free-range chicken, Greek-style spinach, herbs and feta, pomegranate molasses Jus Lie, classic roasted fingerling potatoes
- Seared portobello mushroom | stuffed with Holly Grove goat cheese, baby spinach, artichoke hearts, Parmesan panko, sumac baby potatoes, balsamic drizzle
Add soups and salads:
- Tomato bisque (+$6) | basil EVOO drizzle, sea salt toum pita crisps
- Beet & arugula (+$10.50) | Holly Grove chèvre, toasted almond, Turkish apricot, pomegranate balsamic
Choose two desserts:
- Strawberry shortcake
- Triple chocolate cake
- Chocolate-dipped strawberry (+$3.75 ea.)
🍾Bubbles: Bottle of Montelliana Prosecco
Please note: Valentine’s Day dinners must be ordered by 5 pm on Friday, February 10th, and will be available for pickup on Saturday, Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday at our 3604 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd location.
Order here: https://www.saladelia.com/catering-store-v2/saladelia-catering/menu/valentines-day-dinner
The Shooting Beauty
“This Valentine’s day celebrate yourself and get into your sexy! Prepare to have the Best Valentine’s Day ever! Put on your sexiest lingerie and pose for the camera while your girls cheer you on! You will not only feel fabulous, but you will go home with some sexy AF photos!!! Be prepared to feel fierce at this self-love extravaganza!!! This is a safe space for anyone who identifies as a woman.
Galentine Photoshoot February 11th. One slot remaining. Book Now
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷Woman-Owned Business
SōLi Massotharapy
BULLish Market Member SōLi Massotharapy is offering The PopUp Partner Led Massage Workshop.
First session: 2/10/23 @7:30pm
Location: 437 Dimmock’s Mill Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278 – a quick,romantic drive from Durham.
90 minutes of partner-led massage. Your bodywork facilitator Li will be guiding you through various massage and stretch techniques. We will address multiple areas, from releasing back and hips to ironing out neck and shoulder kinks.
Bring your partner and a yoga mat or blanket. Come dressed in comfortable clothing that allows for maximum flexibility in movement.
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷 Woman-Owned Business
Sweet Lovable Chocolates
Sweet Lovable Chocolates has great gourmet chocolate-covered strawberries for Valentine’s Day! Place your order today! https://www.sweetlovablechocolates.com
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷 Woman-Owned Business
The Raw Edition Candle Company
BULLish Market Member and the queen of booked and busy has hot date experience for you and your love. Wicks and Wax Valentine Candle Pouring Experience, Monday, February 13th from 6-8 PM at their Durham Bottling Co office suite. This event is about to sell out so sign up to ignite your passion.
Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wicks-wax-valentine-candle-pouring-experience-tickets-510309789317
- 🐂 BULLish Market Member
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷 Woman-Owned Business
Royal Varieties and Cheesecake
Looking to have the best cheesecake of your life? You gotta place your order today with Royal Varieties and Cheesecake.
“We have Sweetheart Boxes, Heart Shaped Red Velvet Cheesecake, and Valentine’s 4-layer cake.”
Place your order here: https://royalcheesecakeandvarieties.square.site
- 🖤Black-Owned Business
- 🌷 Woman-Owned Business
Vision Designs by Jeanine
Get a Valentine’s stuffed balloon that sure to be memeraBULL. Jeanine lovingly stuffs each balloon with a teddy bear and oodles of Valentine’s goodies. https://www.visiondesignsbyjeanine.com
- 🌷 Woman-Owned Business
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