Simone Spotlight | Ideas for How to Spend Valentine's Day in the East Bay

Hey East Bay, Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and here are some local businesses that will help you make it a memorable day for you and your special someone!

East Bay Florists

Flor on Fourth This woman owned local business is new to the community. Maria Blum-Sullivan opened her floral business Fall of 2022. To see their custom creations go to their website below. They are currently taking Valentine's Day orders. Website: www.florberkeley.com Location: 1800 4th St, Suite A, Berkeley, CA Tel. Number: (510) 647-8000

Naho's Floral Design Naho is a Japenese floral designer that creates custom bouquets inspired by her Japanese culture. Each custom creation is unique, Naho works with her clients to create the design of their dreams. You can view her work and place an order using the website link below. Website: www.nahosfloral.com Location: 7080 Westmoorland Dr, Berkeley, CA Tel. Number: (510) 898-1701

Freshly Cut Invested in Oakland, Freshly Cut has been creating beautiful arrangements for the Oakland community for 38 years. Originally established next to the Monterey Produce Market, they have moved to a new location in Kensington. Website: www.freshlycut.com Location: 378 Colusa Avenue Kensington, CA Tel. Number: (510) 525-3751 The Plant Queen | Floral Workshop Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Join us in Berkeley at The Plant Queen, a beautiful botanic paradise. This workshop will be instructed by the owner Nichelle. Each guest will acquire new floral design skills to create beautiful floral arrangements, which will be filled with a gorgeous selection of our finest seasonal flowers. Location: 2634 San Pablo Avenue Berkeley, CA Tel. Number: (510) 703-6334 Get Tickets

Sweets for your Sweet

Casa de Chocolates This chocolate shop creates an extraordinary confectionary experience with its award-winning Mole bonbon, and amazing Latin American inspired flavors creating unique experiences for your tastebuds. Order now for your own Valentine's Day box. Website: www.casadechocolates.com Location: 2629 Ashby Ave. Berkeley, CA Tel. Number: (510) 859-7221

Bisou Chocolates Since 2006 Bisou chocolate makers have been grinding their own cocoa beans to make their chocolate bars. They take aim to please and provide where the cocoa beans originated from and the percentages each bar contains. They are currently taking Valentine's Day orders. Website: www.bisouchocolate.com Location: 730 29th St. Oakland, CA Tel. Number: 415-515-7039

The Xocolate Bar A Latina owned business, the owners take pride in their custom, hand crafted creations for every holiday as well as their chocolates made for day-to-day enjoyment. They create a wide variety including Vegan, Gluten free and nut free candies. They are currently taking orders for the custom holiday chocolate boxes. Website: www.thexocolatebar.com Location: 1709 Solano Ave. Berkeley, CA Tel. Number: (510) 525-9626

Lover of Paris Macaroons If your special someone is not a fan of chocolate, you can always get them these delectable treats. French macaroons a la Paris style! Website: www.loverofparismacarons.com

Dinner for Two

Belotti's A taste of Italy in Oakland. This husband and wife owned restaurant was inspired by Michele Belotti's hometown of Milan. Chef Belotti trained under culinary masters in Michelin-starred restaurants before bringing his expertise to our Oakland community. To make your Valentine's reservation use the contact information below. Website: www.belottirb.com Location: 5403 College Ave, Oakland, CA Tel. Number: (510) 788-7890

Scott's Seafood Enjoy a lovely seafood meal with an outstanding view of Oakland Harbor. Scott's Seafood is taking reservations for Valentine's Day. Website: www.scottsjls.com Location: 2 Broadway Oakland, CA Tel. Number: (510) 444-3456

A Night on the Town

Valentine's Day Cruise Enhance your Valentine’s Day experience! Explore the exclusive VIP dinner package options that will add that little extra touch to your special night. For more details about this event or two purchase tickets use the links below. Website: www.valentinesdaycruise.com Get Tickets

Valentine's Day R & B Experience Make Valentine's Day extra special by going on the R&B Experience Cruise. For more details and tickets use the links below. Website: www.valentinesdayrbcruise.com Get Tickets Romantic Valentine's Dinner for Two with Wine! Here's what's included in our special Valentine's Day dinner package for two: 6-course menu for 2 2 glasses of premium wine paired with your meal For more information and to purchase tickets use the links below. Website: www.dinnerfortwo.com Get Tickets

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