Love is in the air all along the South Shore. Valentine’s Day weekend is right around the corner, have you made your plans yet? A number of our amazing restaurants have special menus planned, specialty shops have delicious treats to share, and there is even a local trail getting dressed up to welcome you and your Valentine. We thought we’d help cupid out and put together a list to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day on the South Shore.
Take a stroll along the Love Trail – Sherose Island Trail Barrington
The Barrington Municipal Recreation Department has been playing cupid and invites you to enjoy the Love Trail. Enjoy a romantic winter picnic and stroll with your valentine or a magical walk with the whole family. Portions of the Sherose Island Trail will be lit from February 12-15 with a few picnic spots with additional lighting. Please respect the trail and other users (including the deer!), take out any trash and leave the trail the way you found it. Flashlights are recommended.
Bayport Pub – Riverport
Bayport Pub has whipped up a Valentine’s Day Menu. They will be having 2 seatings, one a 5pm and the other at 7pm. For $75.00 you each get your choice of one of the appetizers, main course and your own choice of dessert
Call or message us to save your table or if you have any questions (902)-764-2404.
Rebecca’s Restaurant – Mahone Bay
Rebecca’s Restaurant will have a Valentine’s Special Menu in addition to their main menu for this Valentine’s Day weekend. This menu will be available for both February 13th & 14th from 5-8pm. Reservations are required. They have already begun to book up so don’t wait too long. Either head to their website to reserve your table or call them at (902) 531 3313!
Milton Community Association Take Home Roast Beef Dinner – Milton
On February 13, treat your valentine early, and give them a delicious home cooked Roast Beef Dinner prepared by Milton Community Association. Available for take out or delivery, support a great local organization, and enjoy a lovely meal. Call 902-642-1678 to order.
Grand Banker – Lunenburg
Join The Grand Banker for Valentines next weekend! This year they are offering both their full regular menu and a feature Valentines Menu, being offered for dinner both Saturday the 13th & Sunday the 14th! For Reservations call 902-634-3300
La Casetta – Bridgewater
La Casetta has a special Valentines Menu – $75 for two to enjoy fresh pasta and other Italian delights. Call and make your reservation today. (902) 530-5320
Valentine Cupcakes from Weagles Bakery – Bridgewater
Valentine’s Day is coming, let Weagles Bakery take care of the sweet treats! Pre-order your specialty cupcakes for your sweetie! A dozen assorted Specialty flavoured cupcakes for $36 total. Call or message to order yours today!(902) 543-5592. Pick up will be Saturday February 13th.
New Ross Legion Valentine’s Take Out – New Ross
Why not enjoy a romantic night in, and order your Valentine’s Day Supper to go from New Ross Legion? A delicious Lasagna dinner with all the trimmings and dessert. $15 per person, order deadline in February 10 at 6pm. Call Janet at (902)275-8585 or Jean at (902) 689-2845.
Paul’s German Cafe, Bistro & Restaurant – Liverpool
Pauls German Cafe, Bistro and Restaurant has a special menu for Valentine’s Day. Reservations are suggested, please call (902) 350-0679 to book your table for some German delights.
Valentine’s Dinner at Chester’s Cafe – Chester
Treat your cupcake this Valentine’s Day! Chester’s Cafe is taking reservations for a set evening menu for Sunday, February 14th. Keep an eye on their Facebook Page for the menu! Call for reservations 902-273-2211 .
Salt Shaker Deli – Lunenburg
Love is in the air at Salt Shaker Deli! Book your table for Valentine’s Day 3-Course Special Menu for the weekend! Reservations are being accepted for that Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Our regular all-day menu will also be available. Call 902-640-3434 today
Old Black Forest Restaurant – Lunenburg
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you have two delicious options this year at the Old Black Forest Restaurant! They offer a special 5-course Valentine’s Dinner Menu on February 14th with 5 perfectly paired wines OR you can order a Schnitzel Kit for two to cook at home! [Don’t worry – watch for our Schnitzel cooking tutorial on Instagram] Book a table for February 14th or pre-order your Schnitzel Kit for two! 
902-934-3600
Valentine’s Donuts from Schoolhouse Gluten Free Gourmet
Schoolhouse Gluten Free Gourmet has fabulous donut flavours they’ve whipped up in for Valentine’s Day. These donuts are now in-stock in the online shop to order for delivery next week – Feb 8-12. On Vanilla base: Cinnamon Sugar, Valentine’s Coconut Cream, Chocolate Dip Sprinkle Extravaganza 
On Chocolate base• Boston Cream (Coconut Cream Custard & Sea Salt)• Raspberry ‘Cheesecake’• Strawberry Chocolate Dip with Vanilla Cream Drizzle
Valentine’s Wine & Chocolate Event – Petite Riviere
Indulge yourself with a Valentine’s Wine & Chocolate Event! Sample five types of chocolate by Lunenburg Rum Cakes with five Petite Riviere wine pairings. Tickets $10. Two dates to choose from: February 13th or February 14th from 12-5pm. Choose your preferred 1 hour time slot on Eventbrite. Covid protocols will be in place. 20 people maximum per session. Masks to be worn until seated & extensive cleaning between sessions.Tastings will be done seated. Up to 4 per table; a bubble of 6-8 people can sit together
Lunenburg Rum Cakes Chocolate Chocolate Boxes
Interested in holding an “at home” Chocolate & Wine pairing, check out these incredible Chocolate Chocolate Boxes from Lunenburg Rum Cakes. Yes, it is a box made of chocolate filled with solid chocolate roses. Available to purchase online in Milk or Dark Chocolate.
Valentine’s Dinner & Wine Pairing – Petite Riviere
Bring your special someone(s) for an evening of delicious food and wine! Petite Riviere Vineyards and The Old Black Forest Restaurant are joining forces to bring you a mouth-watering evening offering a 5 course meal with perfectly paired wines! Doors open at 5:30pm. Dinner begins at 6pm. Tickets: $62 per person. Groups of 6-8 will receive a 10% discount and will be seated together. COVID protocols will be in place. *Please advise if your members of your group have not all purchased tickets together so we can seat all parties together.
Valentine’s Weekend at Lane’s Privateer Inn – Liverpool
Looking for a romantic getaway for Valentine’s Day? Lane’s Privateer Inn is offering stay one night and get the second night half price Feb 13th & 14th. The restaurant will also be featuring Linguine and wilted spinach tossed in a creamy lobster and white wine sauce for $25. Call 902 354 3456 to make a reservation.
Harbour House Family Day Kitchen Party- Online
Indulging in some take out, or preparing your own gourmet meal at home this Valentines Day? Why not support the Harbour House Family Day Kitchen Party for your entertainment. Featuring Kaylyn Turner and the Yves Rossignol Band, this Kitchen Party is to celebrate the Inaugural Families Supporting Families campaign. Running from 7:30-9pm, tickets are $9.99, email for more information and to book. There is also an Online Auction which begins Thursday, February 11th, on the Harbour House Facebook page and ending with the Kitchen Party at 9pm, February 14, 2021.
There are so many ways to support local and celebrate this fun holiday. Grab a coffee at your favourite spot like The Barn, Fancy Pants Cafe or Main & Mersey, enjoy the many trails and parks that are open like River Ridge Commons or Castle Rock or order some take out from Peasant’s Pantry or The Biscuit Eater Cafe, and enjoy the day in the comfort of your own home.
We hope that this has helped you make your Valentine’s Day plans. We’d love to hear how you are planning to celebrate with your sweethearts this year!
