01.25.2011– Cleveland, Ohio – Spice things up this Valentine’s Day with a romantic getaway to Cleveland Plus. Whether visitors are here to woo the one they love or they’re simply celebrating their singledom, everyone can win with all the fun, unique and romantic ways to spend Valentine’s Day.
WINE + DINE YOUR VALENTINE
From elegant, upscale dinners to an evening of jazz and wine, Cleveland’s burgeoning culinary scene offers the perfect way to romance your Valentine during these great dinner specials.
MUSE
Feb. 11, 12 + 14
Delight in a romantic evening this Valentine's Day with a fabulous four-course dinner in MUSE's luxurious surroundings. MUSE, an upscale white-table-clothed restaurant, is located downtown inside the Ritz Carlton, Cleveland.
216.902.5255, www.ritzcarlton.com/cleveland
Grand River Cellars
Feb. 11-13
As you sip on wine at the “Chocolate is for Lovers” event on the Wines and Vines Trail, why not stop by Grand River Cellars during Valentine’s weekend for dinner specials? Also, enjoy live music with your Valentine on Friday and Saturday nights.
440.298.9838, www.grandrivercellars.com.
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
Feb. 11-14
With four Cleveland Plus locations to choose from, you won’t go hungry with this three-course Sea + Shore Dinner, including a filet and your choice of selected seafood for $44.90. Or, come early (until 6pm and all night Sunday) for their two-course dinner for only $19.90.
www.hydeparkrestaurants.com
Blake's Seafood Restaurant + Bar
Feb. 11-14
Enjoy a three-course surf & turf Valentine's weekend dinner at this fabulous seafood restaurant located in the fabulous lifestyle center, Crocker Park. ($32.90)
440.892.3474, www.hydeparkrestaurants.com/blakes/index.htm
Jekyll's Kitchen
Feb. 11-14
Drive to Chagrin Falls for a yummy three-course dinner at Jekyll’s Kitchen, serving casual, yet sophisticated, American cuisine. Reserve a table with a view of the falls and make it a night to remember. ($39.90)
440.863.0797, www.jekyllskitchen.com
Metro Bar + Kitchen
Feb. 11-14
Recently renovated and upgraded, Metro Bar + Kitchen, located in the Historic Warehouse District, offers a three-course Valentine’s Day Weekend dinner of their hip, American fare. ($39.90)
216.241.1300, www.metrobarandkitchen.com
Wonder Bar
Feb. 12
Wonder Bar, located in the always-happening East Fourth Street Entertainment District, offers a prix fixe dinner for two, including two salads, two entrees and a dessert for $50. For $70, the dinner will be paired with prosecco (first course), red or white wine (second course) and porto (third course). Entree choices are roasted vegetable terrine with fresh greens and sherry vinaigrette (vegan), salmon papiotte with roasted vegetable and herb butter, and Coq au vin with roasted vegetable and potato. Live jazz will feature Bobby Selvaggio and friends from 9-11pm.
216.298.4050, www.wonderbarcleveland.com
The Greenhouse Tavern
Feb. 14
The Greenhouse Tavern, an award-winning gastropub located in the East Fourth Street Entertainment District, is offering two delicious six-course prix fixe menus with a French twist – one omnivore menu at $65 and one vegetarian menu at $55. They also offer a wine pairing menu that can be purchased at an additional cost.
216.443.0511, thegreenhousetavern.com
Gervasi Vineyard – Cena Romantica Romantic Dinner
Feb. 14
For a very special evening of live music, romantic movies and a red rose for every lady, get to the Gervasi Vineyard on Valentine’s Day.
330.497.1000, www.gervasivineyard.com
John Q's Steakhouse
Feb. 14
Head downtown for a Valentine’s Day dinner for two complete with either a 24 oz. Porterhouse steak dinner for $60 or Chateaubriand for $79. Both dinners include a chocolate mousse and two glasses of champagne for dessert. Get quaint in one of John Q’s private booths, complete with a privacy curtain.
216.861.0900, www.johnqssteakhouse.com
Loretta Paganini School of Cooking – A Valentine Dinner at Sapore
Feb. 14, 6pm
Spice up your Valentine's Day with a delicious menu and music at Sapore, the restaurant attached to the Loretta Paganini School of Cooking. Choose from the delicious wine selection as you dine on roasted tomato bell pepper soup with blackened shrimp, arugula salad with sofritto in limoncello vinaigrette, intermezzo, mascarpone agnolotti in saffron cream sauce, rack of jamison lamb in rosemary au jus with roasted potatoes and more. A flower corsage is even included for the ladies. If you’re looking for something a little unconventional, try a couples cooking class at the school. ($75 plus tax & gratuity) For more classes, click here.
440.729.1110, www.lpscinc.com
Grumpy's Cafe
Feb. 14
Grumpy’s Café has plenty of scrumptious Valentine’s Day specials to choose from, including surf & turf for two, grilled New York strip steak, lobster ravioli and vegetarian stuffed peppers. They also have three homemade soups available every day. Grumpy’s, located in Tremont, is a B.Y.O.B. restaurant, so bring along a bottle of champagne to share with your sweetie.
216.241.5025, www.grumpys-cafe.com
OVERNIGHT RENDEZVOUS
Escape for a weekend of love with these Valentine’s Day and Weekend overnight packages – sure to leave Cupid blushing.
Glidden House Hotel – Love the One You’re With Valentine’s Package
Enjoy a night in Glidden House, a historic mansion located in the heart of University Circle. This package includes overnight accommodations for two in a romantic guestroom, a full European-style breakfast buffet, champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries. ($149 + tax)Upgrade to a vintage suite for an additional $50.
Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland/Twinsburg – Great Escape Weekends
Treat your Valentine to a great escape at the Hilton Garden Inn in the southeast suburb of Twinsburg. This package includes deluxe accommodations, dinner at the award-winning Blue Canyon Kitchen and Tavern, Cinemark movie tickets, full breakfast, plus chocolate-covered strawberries and champagne. ($189 per couple)
InterContinental Hotels – Deluxe Valentine’s Day Package
Show your love just how much you care Valentine’s Day as you enjoy upscale amenities in a hotel located on the campus of the Cleveland Clinic. This package includes deluxe room accommodations, breakfast for two in North Coast Café or Citrus, a bouquet of flowers, overnight valet parking and chocolate-covered strawberries at turndown. ($169)Upgrade to Club Level for an additional $100.
InterContinental Hotels – Table 45 Valentine’s Day Package
Enjoy exquisite food and a luxurious overnight stay this Valentine’s Day with the Table 45 package, which includes deluxe room accommodations, overnight valet parking and a four-course dinner for two in the ultra-exclusive Table 45. ($239) Upgrade to Club Level for an additional $100.
Oberlin Inn – Romance and Wine Getaway
Feb. 12
Enjoy a night in Oberlin, a historic and beautiful small town just west of downtown Cleveland. Sip on select wines and dine on a five-course candlelight dinner before heading off to your tastefully appointed guestroom. ($265 per couple)
Oberlin Inn – Romance Package: Complete with Murder, Mystery and Mayhem
Feb. 19
Make a mystery this Valentine’s Day season with this unique package available at the beautiful Oberlin Inn, located west of Cleveland. The package includes overnight accommodations, a lavish buffet and a fun-filled murder mystery party complete with cash bar. ($79 per person)
Quail Hollow Resort – Valentines’s Day, Sweetheart and Amore Packages
Package available Feb. 11, 12 or 14.
Want to take a break from visiting all those Lake County vineyards and wineries? Head to the beautiful Quail Hollow Resort for three romantic getaway packages. Each package includes luxurious overnight accommodations with a long-stem rose on the pillow, champagne and strawberries upon arrival and a 2pm late checkout. This Valentine’s Day package is offered on Feb. 14 for $99. For those looking to visit the weekend before (Feb. 11 or 12), you can ask for the “Sweetheart Package,” which includes all the above mentioned items along with breakfast for two in the morning for only $149. Add in a three-course, candlelit dinner for two to that and you’ve got the “Amore Package” for $199.
The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake – Sweetheart Package
Now – March 31
This package includes an overnight stay, bottle of wine, chocolates and breakfast for two the following morning. While at The Lodge, enjoy wine tastings in Horizons Restaurant & Lounge or indulge with a relaxing massage to melt away the winter blues. Or, venture out to local wineries to taste the flavors of Ohio's Wine Country and visit nearby covered bridges along the way. Pricing begins at $130 plus tax, per couple with promo code: SWEET.
The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake – Winter Escape Bed + Breakfast
Now – March 31
This package includes an overnight stay and breakfast for two the following morning. Trying to escape the cold? Snuggle up with your sweetheart in front of the lobby’s four-story fireplace and view picturesque frozen Lake Erie or take a dip in the indoor pool & hot tub. Pricing begins at $99 plus tax, per couple for a Sunday-Friday stay, and $109 plus tax, per couple for a Saturday evening stay with promo code: BREAKFAST.
VALENTINE'S DAY-THEMED EVENTS
Whether single or coupled, visitors to Cleveland Plus can celebrate the holiday made famous by St. Valentine himself.
Marengo Luxury Spa – Couple’s Delight Massage Package
Purchase now – Feb. 28
Give your Valentine a gift that both of you can enjoy from Marengo Spa, located in the Historic Arcade downtown. This package includes a full-body massage in the couple’s room, a hand and foot paraffin wax treatment, snacks and refreshments – $240 worth of services for only $190 per couple.
216.621.4600, www.marengospa.com
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo – Animal Attractions
Feb. 3, 6-9pm
The Cleveland Zoological Society hosts Animal Attractions at the Rainforest in the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Guests will learn about the birds and the bees “Zoo-style,” slipping behind the scenes to meet some of the Zoo’s animals up close and personal, as well as hear from their keeper during some rather provocative educational presentations. Guests will also have a chance to sample offerings from some of Cleveland’s most sensational restaurants. eTickets are $50 for Zoo members and $65 for non-members. Adults 21 and over only.
216.661.6500, www.ClevelandZooSociety.org
Ohio Wine Producers Association - Chocolate is for Lovers Wine Trail
Feb. 4-5 + 11-12, noon – 6pm
Located along the Wines and Vines Trail in Northeast Ohio lies a romantic getaway. Participating wineries include Barrel Room, Bene Vino, Biscotti, Buccia, Debonne', Emerine, Ferrante, Laurello, Maple Ridge, Old Firehouse, Old Mill, Spring Hill and Virant. Each traveler will receive a crystal glass from Schott Zwiesel, a candy dish, two samples of wine and appetizers at every winery and hand-crafted chocolates to take home. ($45 per couple or $35 per person)
440.466.4417 or 800.227.6972, www.ohiowines.org
Massillon Main Street – Valentine’s Day Wine Tastings
Feb. 5, 7-9pm
Join Massillon Main Street for their annual wine tasting event, where several area wineries will explain their wine selections and have them available for tasting. Also included are hot hors d'oeuvres, basket raffle, silent auction and door prizes. Cost for pre-sale is $25 per person or $40 per couple. A table for eight people is only $150.
330.833.1966, www.massillonohchamber.com
D'Vine Wine Bar – Progressive Daters
Feb. 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 + 22, 6pm
Find your true love at D’Vine Wine Bar, in the Historic Warehouse District, as you go on up to 30 dates in one night. The event starts at 7:30pm, but get there early because registration begins at 6pm. Sign up now on www.progressivedaters.com. Space is limited and you don’t want to miss out.
216.241.8463, dvinewinebar.com
Stocker Arts Center at Lorain County Community College – Runt of the Litter
Feb. 10, 7:30pm
Written and performed by Bo Eason, Runt of the Litter opens in the final hour of Jack Henry's lifelong dream with only one thing standing in his way – his brother. The play looks at what happens to two brothers in a family of over-achievers when their parents assure their oldest son he is destined for football stardom, while their youngest son appears too small to compete. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.
440.366.4040, www.lorainccc.edu/stocker
Stocker Arts Center at Lorain County Community College – Notes from the Silver Screen
Feb. 11, 7:30pm + Feb. 12, 3pm
Adding their usual jazzy twist, Helen Welch and her wonderful trio of musicians will take you on a magical musical journey featuring songs from such well-loved films as Sweet Charity, Alfie, The Wizard of Oz, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Singing in the Rain along with hidden treasures from movies like Two for the Road, A Star is Born and The Yearling. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. Online orders include an extra $1 per ticket handling fee.
440.366.4040, www.lorainccc.edu/stocker
Stocker Arts Center at Lorain County Community College – Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience (Family Event)
Feb. 11, 7pm
Get ready to party Louisiana style – it’s a beadfest when Terrance Simien comes to town! He and his band, the Zydeco Experience, are coming back for a return visit to Stocker and will take you on a multicultural tour of the world as his musical language has been informed by many diverse styles. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under.
440.366.4040, www.lorainccc.edu/stocker
Rainbow Repertory Company + Canton Cabaret – An All BROADWAY Revue!
Feb. 11, 6pm + 7pm dinner, 8pm show
The Canton Cabaret Musical Dinner Theater brings you all the romance, comedy, tragedy and fantasy of our favorite Broadway melodies, including Chicago and West Side Story. Dinner is at 6pm + 7pm. The show starts at 8pm. ($40)
www.rainbowrepertory.com
FourScore
Feb. 11 – 13
Are you looking to deliver a song on your loved one? Then look no further than FourScore. Building off their successful debut as Cupidity in 2010, this barbershop quartet from Case Western Reserve University has expanded to sing year round. Sign up to have them deliver the perfect surprise gift to your Valentine: four handsome men in suits personally delivering three songs, a card, and a rose.
786.264.2766, www.fourscorebq.org
Cleveland Orchestra – Kavakos Plays Sibelius
Feb. 11 – 13
This Valentine’s weekend, bring that special someone to hear romantic masterworks at Severance Hall. Leonidas Kavakos is the soloist in Sibelius’s breathtaking Violin Concerto while Vladimir Jurowski leads Tchaikovsky’s passionate Manfred Symphony.
216.231.1111, www.clevelandorchestra.com
Ma & Pa's Gift Shack – Carriage and Sleigh Rides
Feb. 11 – 13
Make a trip to Geauga County this Valentine’s Day weekend and bring your favorite squeeze for a romantic carriage or sleigh ride. Reservations are available Feb. 11–13. Call for reservations.
440.548.5521, www.maandpas.com
Cleveland Metroparks Shawnee Hills Golf Course – “Just Fore You” Valentine’s Day Sale
Feb. 11 – 14, 8 am – 4 pm
Get 40 percent off golf clubs, 50 percent off golf bags and 55 percent off clothing for your golf-loving Valentine. All at ‘above par values and below par prices.’
440.232.7184, www.clemetparks.com
National First Ladies’ Library and Bender's Tavern – Love is Eternal
Feb. 12, 3:30pm
Enjoy a live presentation of love letters from presidents and their first ladies in Canton at the National First Ladies’ Library Education & Research Center. After, enjoy dinner at the historic Bender's Tavern. General admission is $85 for two and includes the program & dinner. Program only admission is $10 per person.
330.452.0876(x307), www.visitcantonstark.com
Cleveland Museum of Natural History – The Natural History of Chocolate
Feb. 12, 6:30pm
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s “The Natural History of Chocolate” is an evening of dining and adventure highlighting marvelous indulgences such as pumpkins and squash, chocolate, sugar, and melons. After, guests will be wined and dined with a seven-course meal prepared by guest chef John Taylor, executive chef of Sammy's. ($150 per person)
216.231.4600, www.cmnh.org
Cleveland Metroparks CanalWay Center – “Second Saturday Storytelling” Program
Feb. 12, 7:30 – 9 pm
Come to the CanalWay Center at the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cuyahoga Heights to hear tales of love. Adults and older children can listen in on myths, legends and personal stories of people, plants and animals that may help define that word called love.
440.743.6660, www.clemetparks.com
Cleveland Metroparks Mill Stream Run Reservation – “Sweetheart Deal” at the Chalet Toboggan Chutes
Feb. 13, Noon – 5 pm
Enjoy a ‘Sweetheart Deal’ at the Chalet Toboggan Chutes in Strongsville – the only public ice chutes in Ohio. Get a $20 deal that includes two toboggan passes, two hot dogs, two soft drinks, and a fleece blanket.
440.572.9990, www.clemetparks.com
Cleveland Metroparks EarthWords Nature Shop – “A Night for Lovers. . . ‘Nature’ Lovers, Of Course!”
Feb. 13, 6 pm
Visiting Cleveland Metroparks is a natural means of de-stressing. Come to the EarthWords Nature Shop at Rocky River Nature Center in North Olmsted with that “someone special” and learn about another natural way of handling stress – mudras. Mudras are simple ancient gestures that can help us focus, calm ourselves, release anger and energize us. Join local author Emily Fuller Williams as she teaches us these easy movements to help us quiet our bodies and minds. More highlights of this relaxing evening include delicious hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Registration and a $5 fee per person/$8 for two are required. Adults only. Space is limited.
440.734.7576, www.clemetparks.com
Prosperity Social Club – Valentine’s Show
Feb. 13, 7pm
Prosperity Social Club in Tremont will have a special Valentine’s show featuring Lounge Kitty, with special guest Ms. Firecracker. The show starts at 7pm and there is a $5 ticket charge. Reservations and advance ticket purchase is recommended. Regular menu and dinner service will be available throughout the show.
216.937.1938, www.prosperitysocialclub.com
Cleveland Orchestra – Mitsuko Uchida in Recital
Feb. 14, 7pm
Bring a loved one to experience the rare opportunity to hear celebrated pianist Mitsuko Uchida in a solo recital at Severance Hall. Following Uchida's recent Grammy nomination and sold-out concerts with The Cleveland Orchestra on its 2010 Asian tour, this is a not-to-be-missed event.
216.231.1111, www.clevelandorchestra.com
Stark Parks – The Mating Game
Feb. 15, 6-7:30pm
Stark Parks in Canton invites animal lovers to enjoy a presentation on some of the more unusual mating rituals of wild animals from around the globe. Not appropriate for younger children. (Free admission)
330.409.8096, www.starkparks.com
North Coast Men’s Chorus – Mardi Gras Celebration
Feb. 26, 6:30-10:30pm, Windows on the River
Enjoy a night of music, merriment and masquerade during a benefit for the North Coast Men’s Chorus, Providence House - A Crisis Nursery, and The LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland. The evening will include a performance by the North Coast Men’s Chorus, silent auction, costume contests and fine Bourbon Street Cuisine. This is an LGBT-friendly event perfect for all audience members. ($50 per person)
215.556.0590, www.ncmchorus.org
Stocker Arts Center at Lorain County Community College – New Shanghai Circus (Family Event)
Feb. 26, 7pm
Fans of the circus are bound to appreciate these fearless performers with boundless energy who bring more than 2,000 years of Chinese circus traditions to the Stocker’s Art Center stage. If it's humanly possible – and even if it's not – New Shanghai Circus' acrobats, jugglers and contortionists will do it with spectacular flair. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. Online orders include an extra $1 per ticket handling fee.
440.366.4040, www.lorainccc.edu/stocker
YEAR-ROUND ROMANCE DEALS
For couples with no time to celebrate Valentine’s Day this February 14, consider one of these year-round romance packages offered throughout Cleveland Plus.
Crowne Plaza Hotel – Couples Escape Package
Available every weekend
This package includes a deluxe room for two people, champagne upon arrival, a $40 food voucher for use towards dinner in Bucci’s Steakhouse and breakfast for two the next morning.
877.227.6963 or 440.243.4040, www.crowneplaza.com/clevelandarpt
Doubletree Hotel Cleveland Downtown/Lakeside – Sweet Romance Getaway
Whether celebrating your honeymoon, a special anniversary or birthday, come to the Doubletree for a romantic getaway. You’ll receive deluxe accommodations, sparkling wine in your room upon arrival and a full breakfast either in-room or in the hotel restaurant. Come early, stay late - simply request early check-in or late check-out. Click here to check rates and availability.
216.241.5100, http://doubletree1.hilton.com/
Embassy Suites Cleveland-Independence – Romance Package
Woo your sweetie with an overnight stay in a suite complete with a king-size bed, a bottle of sparkling wine, and chocolate-dipped strawberries or chocolate truffles. Late checkout at 2pm is also available.
216.986.9900, www.clevelandindependence.embassysuites.com
Glidden House Hotel and The Cleveland Orchestra – Encore Package
Located in University Circle, The Glidden House Encore Package includes two tickets to the Cleveland Orchestra, overnight accommodations for two in a traditional guest room and a complimentary European-style breakfast buffet. Cost is $189 + tax, or upgrade to a mansion suite for an additional $50.
866.812.4537, www.gliddenhouse.com
Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland – Enchanted Evening Package
Enjoy the Enchanted Evening package year-round downtown in the Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland. This romantic getaway includes deluxe accommodations decorated with rose petals at turndown, a chilled bottle of champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries, breakfast for two and valet parking. To completely indulge this Valentine's Day, upgrade your stay to Club Level where you can enjoy Personal Concierge Services, access to the Club Lounge with five food presentations daily and other specialties.
216.623.1300, www.ritzcarlton.com/cleveland
The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake – Wine County Package
Take advantage of the popular Wine Country package at the scenic Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake. Available every day, the package includes an overnight stay, $50 dinner voucher, self-guided area winery map, bottle of wine with two souvenir wine glasses and breakfast for two the following morning. Pricing begins at $179 plus tax, per couple.
866.806.8066, www.thelodgeatgeneva.com
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