The Luxe Items to Gift This Valentine’s Day

Briana Gonzalez

Everyday is the time to show how much you love them but instead of traditional flowers and chocolates, opt for something different this Valentine’s Day. Make this Valentine’s Day something truly unforgettable and treat the special person in your life to something unique and intimate.  

Idôle Eau de Parfum

Designed to be the first thinnest perfume bottle, this Valentine’s Day gift her something that lasts forever. Infused with jasmine, rose, chypre accord, and hints of citrus, Idole seeks to represent those who dream big, encouraging them to be their own idols. Add a more personalized touch with a complimentary engraving on the sleek refillable bottle.

Lasting Luxury Roses

Picked fresh from the farm, this is not any ordinary bouquet of roses. Packaged in a black linen box with gold lining and wrapped with a red satin bow, the 9 crimson roses are specially picked and made to last months to a year without water or extra care- making it a gift to remember.

Bose Wireless Headphones

For the tech guy in your life, the sleek black design of these wireless noise-cancelling headphones are perfect to wear for long trips or simply listening to music. With the ability to use Alexa or Google Assistant to control the headphones, they can personalize their environment with their 11 levels of noise cancelling technology.

Cuban Cigars

Premium cigars will always be a symbol of luxury and richness. For the man who is a real leader, self-confident, and likes to emphasize his individuality, cigars will become a desirable gift. The most famous Cuban cigars are Romeo y Julieta Churchills, Trinidad Fundadores, Cohiba Siglo IV due to their quality and aromas. If your man likes to smoke every day you can gift him a Cohiba Siglo IV because it offers a fantastic range of medium flavors ranging from dark chocolate to citrus and he can smoke it without getting bored. For more unique flavor combinations, there are Trinidad Fundadores, which have cold draw notes with a subtle aroma of cloves and sweet cedar.

Grand Marnier

Grand Marnier’s signature expression Cordon Rouge is the perfect gift for friends who come together to celebrate Galentine's Day! Entertain with Grand Marnier’s elevated Grand 75 cocktail made with champagne for a celebratory twist.

Crystal 4 Elements Set

This set of four crystal cocktail glasses are made just as the exclusive Baccarat Hotel in New York City. Each with their own unique design, these glasses are inspired by the four elements used to create the crystal glasses. Wrapped in a red box with a signature white Baccarat ribbon, it makes a perfect gift for the cocktail lover in your life.

Serpenti Forever Crossbody Bag

This BVLGARI crossbody bag is part of the special edition Celebration Capsule Collection , made with leather and white leather on the sides for the fashion lover in your life. The snake-head closure on the front is covered in a gold plated brass, with black jasper eyes. Embellished with a pink heart shaped charm, this crossbody bag comes equipped with a pocket mirror.

Ultimate Beauty Sleep Collection

With everyone’s busy schedules and never ending hard work, give her the gift of a luxury sleep this Valentine’s Day with the Slip Ultimate Beauty Sleep Collection. Equipped with a pure silk pillowcase, a pure silk sleep mask, and different size silk scrunchies for anti-aging and anti-frizz.

TellurideGlow’s Snow Rose Recovery Mask

Featuring rose petals, a flower highly associated with Valentine’s Day, makes its Snow Recovery Mask a gift for those wanting to love their skin. Vitamin C rich rose petals soothe and cool the skin with the natural oils and sugars found in roses that help retain moisture and make the skin velvety soft.

This 100% natural mask features certified organic ingredients and is pure alpine power. Higher growing conditions create a strained environment for botanicals, which causes amplified concentrations of skin-beautifying nutrients in the following whole-ingredients of the Snow Rose Recovery Mask. Additional highlighted ingredients include:

Oculus Virtual Reality Headset

Keep things fun and lighthearted this year by ditching reality opting for the virtual reality headset. The low power, high quality audio, video and interaction let’s you get lost and immersed in your favorite movies and games like never before.

Men's Ultimate Age Fighters

Made with Moroccan clay lava, give him the feeling of a spa day with this moisturizing and cleansing collection. Cleanse with the Age Defender cleanser, treat dark circles with the Age Defender eye repair mask, and moisturize with both the Age Defender moisturizer and hand salve.

BioFit 360’s CBD Chocolates 

Want to relax and eat chocolate at the same time? Yes, please! BioFit 360’s CBD Chocolates include nine foil-wrapped 15mg CBD chocolate hearts (5 dark chocolate and 4 milk chocolate).

Tom Ford Buckley Briefcase

Crafted with leather from Italy and Adorned with gold hardware, this briefcase has a timeless and classic look with a sleek and fashionable feel to elevate any outfit.

For an immersive and unforgettable experience, consider gifting the highest resolution VR headset, allowing your loved one to explore virtual worlds in stunning detail.

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Where To Eat In New York City This Valentines Day

Briana Gonzalez

Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, or with your partner, love is in the air. The season of spreading love – Valentine’s Day- is back. Planning a romantic evening can be stressful, instead change into those special date-night outfits and delight the one you love to an intimate Valentine’s Day dinner you both can indulge in, at one of these restaurants.

Five Course Valentine's Day at Nerai

Spend a romantic evening at Nerai (55 E. 54th St.) this Valentine’s Day and indulge in a five-course prix fixe menu for $125 per person with an optional wine pairing for $60 per person prepared specially for the evening. The menu features a Roasted Rainbow Beet Salad, Butter Poached Maine Lobster, Black Truffle Spaghettoni, a choice of a 28 day dry aged ribeye or Lavraki a La Polita. For dessert, enjoy Sokolatina and Wild Berry Pavlova. Make this your most romantic Valentine’s Day yet, reserve a table for you and your valentine in the Cava and receive a complimentary toast of bubbly upon arrival, decorated with rose petals, and the glow of soft candlelight.

Bell Book & Candle Valentine’s Day

Bell Book & Candle (141 W 10th Street) is offering a prix fixe menu for $75 a person or $200 a couple with a bottle of champagne. Starters include choices of Red Napa Cabbage Salad, Roasted Tomato and Garlic Bread Soup and more. Choose from entrees like Butter Poached Lobster with black truffle, celery root and hervil, a Grilled Grassfed Beef Filet with potato gratin, haricot vert, BB&C steak sauce or Organic Pork Tenderloin with chorizo cornbread stuffing and sautéed spinach. A vegetarian menu will also be offered for $75 a person with Caramelized Tofu, Roasted Cauliflower Soup, grilled and roasted vegetables enveloped in rainbow chard with romesco sauce and a Stuffed Baby Pumpkin with coconut curry, mixed roots, squash and crispy chickpeas. Assorted sweet endings will be served with both options.

701West

Couples looking for the pinnacle of luxury and romance will be captivated by 701West (3 Stars New York Times), the hotel’s signature fine dining restaurant, which is offering a $175/person prix fixe menu.  701West Signature Restaurant is offering a partnership with sustainable diamond jewelry company, Ame, and is also offering guests a complimentary pair of Spiegelau crystal Champagne flutes. 

The $175/person prix fixe menu includes the rose-shaped Beet Salad with Watercress, Spiced Oil & Mulled Wine Sauce, Prime Filet Mignon with Stuffed Cabbage, Rosemary & Lardo and the Hibiscus & Raspberry Hearts for dessert, among others. An optional $125 wine pairing from Advanced Sommelier and Wine Director, Amy Racine, in addition to innovative cocktails including the Tokyo Gibson (Gin, Dry Vermouth, Blueberry Sesame Shrub) and a roving Champagne cart.

Molos

Spend your Valentine's Day at Molo's in Weehawken (1 County Road 682) on the Hudson River overlooking the NYC skyline with a prix fixe meal for $95 a person. Choose from options like Lobster Ravioli, Chilled Shrimp and Char Grilled Octopus to start. Main course options include Filet of Halibut with Lobster & Herb Risotto, Rack of Lamb with Lemon Potatoes and Baby Green Beans as well as a Surf & Turf with Filet Mignon and a Lobster Tail. Last but not least, enjoy warm chocolate cake or a Baklava sampler for dessert.

Dirty French

For Valentine's Day this year, Dirty French, Major Food Group's irreverent French bistro, is excited to announce an indulgent $125 prix fixe menu to impress a significant other. Executive Chef Jordan Terry’s menu features classic Gallic fare enlivened with unexpected global flavors. Highlights include the Nantua - scallops and crawfish in a saffron and brandy sauce; Côte de Boeuf for Two - with salad marché, blackened leeks and brown butter béarnaise; and the Étouffée for Two - Dover Sole, Peekytoe Crab and rice pilaf. Those looking to double down on the luxury can order Caviar Service as a supplement. And Dirty French's lavishly-appointed interior supplies all of the romance necessary for a memorable night.

Three Course Valentine's Day at Haven Rooftop

Dine atop The Sanctuary Hotel (132 W 47th Street) at Haven Rooftop with a three course prix fixe meal for two including a glass of prosecco for $105 per person. Starters include your choice of Kale Salad, Lobster Bisque or Prosciutto and Melted Mozzarella. Choose from entrees like Filet Mignon with fingerling potatoes, Gnocchi with mushroom, parmesan, truffle and white wine, Roasted Chicken with a lemon vinaigrette and last but not least, a Lobster Risotto. Choose from cheesecake and chocolate-covered strawberries for dessert.

The Tavern by WS

A charming spot with an enticing atmosphere for you and your partner. The Tavern by WS has a classic brasserie feel— warm, welcoming and inviting, featuring an approachable and contemporary menu. Rooted in a classic American technique, Chef Eli Kaimeh has created a menu where seasonality plays a prominent role. Unique starters for the night consist of; Poached Whaleback Oysters with Champagne Hollandaise and Yukon Gold Potato Blinis with Smoked Salmon Salad and Sturgeon Caviar Dressing. Entrées for this special night includes; Herb Roasted Sole for two, served with Black Truffle Stuffing and Petit Pois a la Francais (Petit Pois a la Francais: Wilted Lola Rosa Lettuces, bound in Béchamel, with Sugar Snap Peas, Applewood Smoked Bacon and Pea Shoots) and Spice Roasted Pigeon & Hudson Valley.

Benno

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Benno inside The Evelyn Hotel in Manhattan’s NoMad district. Looking for a sexy restaurant complemented by impressive food?  Benno is the perfect place -- serving their a la carte and 5 course Chef tasting menu including Duxberry Gem Oysters to start, Steak Au Poivre, Ravioli Bigusto, and Baked Alaska for $135 per person. Enjoy specialties like foie gras, truffles, caviar, and house-made pastas and make this Valentine’s Day one your date won’t soon forget.

Hudson Yards Grill

Nothing says I love you like a romantic dinner for two in an intimate setting. This Valentine’s Day Hudson Yards Grill will offer a decadent dinner sans the “fancy” price tag. The unfussy yet luxe American brasserie will have its full a la carte menu available, plus specials including Lobster Chowder with Roasted Corn and Green Chilies, and Roast Rack of Lamb with Provencal Herbs and Mustard Crust served with Grilled Asparagus and Anna Potatoes. For dessert, Strawberry Shortcake with Sweet Florida Berries is the perfect red Instagram dish for the holiday, especially if taken in the restaurant’s cozy red banquettes. If guests opt to avoid the actual holiday date (2/14), or if you or your Valentine’s schedule doesn’t permit celebrating that Friday – not to worry; the special offerings will be extended throughout the weekend.

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon and Le Club

Enjoy a French-inspired Valentine’s Day with your loved one at this two-star Michelin-starred hotspot, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, or the newly opened Le Club, helmed by Chef Christophe Bellanca. Both restaurants are located in the Meatpacking District (85 10th Ave), and will be open from 6pm - 10pm. Offering an exquisite six course menu for $195 including dishes such as Caviar & Alaskan King Crab with crustacean jelly and celery vanilla cream, Langoustine black truffle ravioli in a foie gras sauce and Grilled Wagyu Ribcap with coffee scented parsley root “Chartreuse”, each course is a spectacular experience perfect for an exhilarating event. Can’t find a sitter? Children's menus are also available.

Queensyard, Hudson Yard

Hudson Yards all-day dining destination, Queensyard, will be offering a Bar & Lounge menu for $55 per person along with a pre-fixe menu in the Dining Room at $85 per person this Valentine’s Day. Diners can choose from items like Roasted Scallops with salsify, watercress and truffle gel, Aged Duck Breast with prune, armagnac and smoked celery, and an assortment of Queen's Sweets & Treats for dessert. The $85 three-course meal will also be accompanied by a signature cocktail or champagne toast.

Bar Beau

Chef Gemma Kamin-Korn of Bar Beau was inspired by THE infamous bella notte scene from Lady and the Tramp. Let the mouth watering commence: Raw oysters with house accompaniments ($16) , Baby Spinach and Charred Broccoli Salad with citrus herb vinaigrette ($14), Romesco Udon with Meatballs - blend of turkey and beef with thai basil and granna ($21), and Cheesecake with Shortbread Crumble and Citrus ($11) will be on the menu for Valentine's Day in addition to their regular dinner menu on the most romantic day of the year. 

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8 Wines to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Whether you are spending Valentine’s Day alone or with your significant other, everyone deserves the gift of a bottle of wine. Here are 11 wines that are sure to set the mood and make this special day one to remember.

Joseph Phelps

 A 2016 Pinot Noir that offers juicy raspberry and savory spices with notes of cranberry, clove and candied orange peel, guaranteed to impress your date. Retails for $85.00

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2006

Dom Pérignon latest Rosé Vintage 2006 is committed to bringing out the thrilling red characteristics of Pinot Noir, opening with dark notes of spices and coca and followed by the fruity flavors of roasted figs, apricots and candied orange. The latest rosé pairs well with simple, authentic food originating from France, Spain or Italy, playing on the mellow and rich textures which the wine complements perfectly. Retails at $349.00

2016 Solaia

The nose offers powerful notes of plum jam and berry fruit. Perfectly integrated sensations of chocolate and licorice give way on the finish to hints of fresh mint. This vintage recently obtained a 100-point score from Wine Advocate.

Saldo 2017

Deliciously smooth, this dark ruby red Zinfandel is filled with bold aromas of black licorice, black pepper, cherry and baking spice. Its distinct quality and rich palate make it perfect for cold weather sipping and paired alongside Valentine’s Day menus of flavorful red meat and chocolate covered desserts. ($32 SRP),

2016 BV Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

 The latest vintage of Napa’s ‘first cult cabernet’ is bursting with a bouquet of cassis, blueberry, blackberry, violet and wild sage; lingering flavors of dark blackberry, root spice, chocolate and molasses. SRP: $145

2018 SLW Viognier Napa Valley

This wine has racing acidity and a steely minerality which adds to its crispness and complexity. Layers of white peach, hints of lemon grass and raw almond are plentiful on the palate, leading to a long, elegant, delicately floral spiced finish. SRP: $32.00

Bonterra 2018 Rose

Bonterra 2018 Rose celebrates the fresh, lively spirit of the organic viticulture practices that Bonterra adheres to and reflects their unwavering commitment to sustainability and the environment. Honestly, if Bonterra was a person, you would want to date them. Refreshing on its own, but also the perfect accoutrement to a bouquet of roses or a light Valentine’s Day dinner. (SRP: $16, available nationwide and on Bonterra.com)

Rotari Brut Rosé 2014 

Rotari showcases the charming duality of Pinot Noir with a touch of Chardonnay and is filled with intense flavors, delicate aromas, and persuasive perfumes. This sparkling wine is reflective of the Dolomite territory, which is uniquely expressed in each glass. Pop open this elegant, complex offering to celebrate this milestone. 

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