Love Is All Around: Top 5 Romantic Things to Do for Valentine's Day Around Savage and Apple Valley

Are you looking for something a little more creative than the traditional flowers and chocolate this Valentine's Day? Set the stage for romance at these holiday events and activities taking place near our Springs Twin Cities luxury apartment communities.

Not only does Bonfire offer authentic wood fire cooking, but the dining room has an open fireplace that adds to the ambiance. On February 14 Bonfire will serve a special Valentine's Day dinner menu including crab cakes, filet Oscar, champagne chicken, Parmesan walleye and red velvet cake. Want to celebrate early? Visit Bonfire on Sunday, February 12 for their Sweet Hearts Brunch Buffet between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

2. Victorian Poetry Slam
James J. Hill House
240 Summit Ave, St. Paul
651.297.2555

Is there a more romantic art form than poetry? James J. Hill House is presenting an evening of classic 19th-century poems from noted authors such as Dickinson, Longfellow and Browning, read by actors dressed in 1890’s evening wear. Showtime is 7 p.m. and tickets may be purchased on their website for $12.

3. The Hitching Company
Minneapolis
612.338.7777

Snuggle up to your sweetheart on a charming horse-drawn carriage tour through the historic streets and sights of Minneapolis. The one-hour ride departs from Nicollet Island Inn and follows the Mississippi River as it passes local landmarks such as the Stone Arch Bridge, Guthrie Theater and St. Anthony Falls. The price is $126, or you can select a 30-minute ride for $72.

4. Sabai Body Temple
2753 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis
612.872.8354

Relax with an afternoon of pampering at Sabai Body Temple, a holistic day spa that combines Eastern-inspired body treatments with the ambiance of an upscale hotel. Sabai offers a full menu of couples treatments, including one for expectant couples. All services are performed in the couples treatment room, where the mood is set with candlelight and fresh flowers. Valentine's Day hours are 10 a.m. until 9:30 p.m.

5. "Cozy Up with Cupid"
Cooks at Crocus Hill
208 N 1st St, Minneapolis
612.223.8167

Enjoy the sensual delights of a gourmet dinner that you and your significant other prepare together. Chef Terry John Zila will lead you through a menu of lemon-garlic marinated shrimp, roasted vegetables, New York strip steaks with mushrooms and red wine, potatoes Duchesse and panna cotta. The meal begins with a Prosecco toast and includes one glass of wine or beer. Tickets are $100 and the three-hour classes are scheduled for February 11 at 6 p.m., February 12 at 5 p.m. and February 14 at 6 p.m.

What's the most romantic gift you've ever received for Valentine's Day? Tell us about it in the comments!