“'Life might be like a box of chocolates, but for us, love is like a box of cheese.” ~ Cheesemonster Studio (Photo by Kara McGrath) — “'Life might be like a box of chocolates, but for us, love is like a box of cheese.”
~ Cheesemonster Studio (Photo by Kara McGrath)

by Jillian Stringer

Love is in the air... and coronavirus. Since going out to celebrate with your sweetie likely isn’t happening this Valentine’s Day, check out a list of local Covid-friendly options for Valentine gifts, meals and cocktails. All can be enjoyed, regardless of your relationship status. The cheesy puns are BACK!

Cheesemonster Studio
713 Kennedy Street NW

Brie mine, Valentine! Looking for an option cheesier than my puns? Order a cheese board from Cheesemonster. The board includes three cheeses, meat, fruit, preserves and more! Details: Cheese board orders must be placed by February 12th with pick-up between 1-3pm at their studio. Pre-order online from Cheesemonster Studio.

Capitol Cider House
3930 Georgia Avenue

You are the apple-cider of my eye. A new cider will be released for the holiday weekend called Cherry Bourbon. Fruity bourbon barrel-aged cider featuring crisp Pink Lady apples and tart Montmorency cherries. Crazy good flavor with zero sugar. Good luck drinking just one! Details: Order online from Capitol Cider House. Open Friday (4-8pm), Saturday (1-8pm) and Sunday (1-5pm) for pick-up. Free local delivery.

DC Corazon
3903-3905 14th Street

Grab your Baerito and dine in at Petworth’s recently opened heartspot, DC Corazon. They just released a special menu available the whole holiday weekend. Pick a starter, dinner, dessert and drink for $35 per person. Details: Menu and online ordering available. Available for take-out or dine-in from 2/12-2/14

Willow
843 Upshur Street NW

Willow is now open for limited in-person shopping. Whether you are looking for a whitty card, jewelry or spa items they have it all. Don’t miss the Schitt’s Creek "Simply the Best" card. Yes, David! Details: Pre-order from Willow online. Limited in-person shopping from 10am-2pm. Online ordering also available for pick-up or shipping.

Pop the bubbly with the Valentine's Day Heat & Serve dinner from Little Coco's (Photo by Lindsay Hogan)

Little Coco's
3907 14th Street

Need to tell someone they’re your butter half? Skip the cooking and order the V-day heat and serve from Little Coco’s. Dinner, dessert and bubbles included. Details: Pre-order from Little Coco’s. Pick-up on February 14th.

She Loves Me
808 Upshur Street NW

Say I love you bunches this year with the gift that never goes out of style. A bouquet of flowers with a variety of pink roses with pops up cheery scabiosa and yarrow from She Loves Me. Details: Pre-order online with curbside pick-up available during business hours or contactless delivery within 7 miles on 2/10, 2/12, 2/13 and 2/14

Slash Run
201 Upshur Street

I only have fries for you, while eating at Slash Run that is. Special menu available for dine-in or take-out that is perfect for your Galentine or Valentine dinner. Details: Reservations can be made on Resy or by calling 202-838-9929.

Whether you’re going solo or have a honey bunny to share the day, be sure to shop and support local!