Scrambling to find last-minute Valentine’s Day plans? Look no further: The Charleston City Paper has you covered with a roundup-of Charleston’s finest festivities and dining experiences, perfect for yourself, your loved ones and friends.
Events
For the daring or active couple
Cupid’s Undie Run
Noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 10
$45
Loggerhead’s Beach Grill
123 W. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach.
Show-off those legs alongside hundreds of others for the nation’s largest pants-less party on Folly Beach. Begin the race at Loggerhead’s Beach Grill and conclude with celebratory drinks and dancing. Proceeds and contributions go toward supporting the Children’s Tumor Foundation. Register or donate at my.cupids.org.
Those who DIY together, stay together
Candle making workshop
11:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 14
$60
Palmetto Scent Studio
157 Church St. Downtown.
Palmetto Scent Studio in Downtown and Freshfields Village presents a custom scent experience for two. Pick two to three scents to craft a one-of-a-kind premium soy candle, while enjoying a complimentary refreshment and gourmet chocolates. Reservations can be made online at palmettoscentstudio.com.
Gnocchi making class
6 p.m to 8 p.m. Feb. 13
$59.75
Two Blokes Brewing
547 Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day a bit early by learning to make soft, fluffy potato gnocchi from scratch. Chef Michel will lead the class and provide complimentary sauces, butternut squash and cranberry salad with magic cookie bars. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com
For the girls’ girl
Floral workshop
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 12
$65
Doar Bros
225 Meeting St. Downtown.
Create a chic floral arrangement and bouquet hosted by MADE, in honor of love and friendship. One welcome cocktail created by the talented bartenders at Doar Bros. is included in your ticket, along with a light spread of girl dinner. Bring a friend or ride solo. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com.
Ladies-only night at Frontier
8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 9
Frontier Lounge
135 Calhoun St. Downtown.
Single-ish? Rally up your crew for an open bar at Frontier Lounge for the ladies only (single or taken). Fellas are invited in at 9:30 p.m., ready to sweep you off your feet. Live music from Flash Mob will begin at 10:30 p.m. More information can be found at @FrontierLounge on Instagram.
For the couple who loves a good laugh
New Realm Brewing Comedy show
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Feb. 15
$20
New Realm Brewing
880 Island Park Drive. Daniel Island.
Prepare to laugh your heart out at New Realm Brewing featuring host and Charleston City Paper 2023’s Best Comedian Laura Dixon along with a talented lineup of other local comedians. Chime in for the halftime show for a chance to win New Realm goodies. Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com.
Dining
For a cozy, romantic night in
Mercantile and Mash
Pickup Feb. 13 or Feb. 14
Prices vary from $80 to $150
Downtown.
Spread the love with four main courses featuring beef wellington, filet mignon, lump crab cakes and prosciutto-stuffed chicken. All dinners include Caesar salad with a choice of two sides. For a sweet touch, finish with individual molten lava cakes. A bouquet from Urb Farm and bottle of wine is available as a $40 add-on upon purchase. Place your order by Feb. 9 via mercandmash.com/catering.
Sorelle
$254 per package
Downtown.
Sorelle’s culinary team has prepared an exquisite pick-up dinner option for two, featuring the finest flavors of Southern-Italy. Indulge in dishes such as “Pillows of Love,” ricotta ravioli and butter poached Maine lobster. Availability is limited, orders can be placed through Tock.
Nosh Boards
Delivery and pickup between Feb. 1 and Feb. 14
Prices vary $50 to $135
North Charleston.
Host a charcuterie night with a curated Valentine’s themed board filled with a selection of premium meats and artisan cheeses along with an assortment of fruit, nuts, dips, spreads, pickled vegetables and more. Chocolate-covered strawberries and macarons are available to add upon purchase. Order online at noshboardscharleston.com
For a traditional night out
Lost Isle
4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Feb. 14.
Johns Island.
The latest outdoor bar and fire-to-table eatery on Johns Island offers a cozy and inviting setting, perfect for sharing oysters with your lover by the fire. Lost Isle’s complete menu is available alongside specials by chef Josh Taylor. Dishes include Cote du Boeuf topped with caviar butter and placha potatoes served with creme fraiche and caviar. To accompany, bubbles from rare growers champagnes will be served cold all night. This is a first-come first-served basis. Learn more online at lostislechs.com.
Rancho Lewis
4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Feb. 14.
$45 per person
Downtown.
Spice things up this Valentine’s Day with a three-course feast at Rancho Lewis, featuring tamales de mole poblano, lobster enchiladas, mesquite grilled steak and for sharing, flan and churros. Reservations are available through Resy.
Costa
5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 14.
$145 per person
Downtown.
Charleston’s newest coastal Italian restaurant is offering a prix-fixe family-style experience. Dishes include regiis ova caviar, wagyu beef and black winter truffles. Reservations are available online through Resy.
Herd Provisions
3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 14.
Downtown.
Avoid the hustle and opt for this neighborhood hideaway near Hampton Park offering curated a la carte Valentine’s Day menu. Dishes include highlights such as beef tartare, brodo en tortellini and trumpet mushroom “scallops.” Try tasty cocktail specials or venture into mocktail territory , with highlights including “In with the New,” made with house rose cardamom syrup, lemon, soda and Levity cannabis spirit. Reservations can be made online through Resy.
Maya Del Sol Kitchen
6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Feb. 14
$65 per person
North Charleston.
Chef Raul Sanchez offers a special Valentine’s five-course chef’s table experience with paired beverages for each course. Don’t miss out — there will be two seatings at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Reserve by email at raulsmayadelsol@gmail.com or phone (843) 225-2390.
Kultura
5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 14.
$100 per person
Downtown.
Enjoy a special date night featuring a five-course prix-fixe menu by chef Jake White and Marcus Shell of 39 Rue de Jean for a rare culinary pop-up at Kultura. Dishes include highlights such as smoked chicken and potato ravioli with celeriac Alfredo, and torched coconut red curry octopus with sweet pepper pesto grilled cauliflower. Reservations can be made online through Resy.
Did we miss something? Send your Valentine’s Day events and specials to intern1@charlestoncitypaper.com.
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