Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
CityMag has developed a list of local finds – some yummy, some fun and some more intimate – that say “I love you”.
It’s a day of affection and connection that we often forget (or choose to forget), but for those who celebrate, Valentine’s Day is this Friday.
If you’re looking to spoil a special someone, friend or yourself, CityMag’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide is here to provide some unique inspiration.
Something yummy…
Big Easy’s amore or galentines
Big Easy Group – the hospitality giant behind some of Adelaide’s most popular restaurants – is serving up the love for those who are looking to celebrate any form of it.
At their Hyde Park spot Bandit Pizza and Wine, they’re encouraging you to fall in love the Napoli way with three set menu options ranging from a “Pizza My Heart” a pizza and sides shared feast at $75 per person to the indulgently named “In Napoli, Where Love Is King” a mix of pizza, rigatoni, half a lobster and tiramisu to top it off.
If you’re after something a bit more laid back, their Prospect and city cafes, Bottega Bandito is skipping the romance, with a Galentine’s day deal for $8 mimosas to sip with friends.
Charcuterie
The perfect surprise snack or addition to a romantic picnic, the award-winning Luxurious Grazing Adelaide has nailed Valentine’s Day charcuterie, with options like their date night and dessert boxes available year-round and tailored Valentines grazing boxes up for grabs. Both are available for pick up or delivery, but don’t think about it for too long; there is limited stock available.
Gift box of goodies
‘Love is in the air’, ‘For your Valentine’, ‘Pop the Love’ – Unveiling SA knows how to do Valentine’s Day. Their curated gift boxes are exclusively filled with South Australian goodies, with their range of suggestions from $85 or start with an empty box and create your own unique combination. Each gift box comes with a personalised message and ribbon with free shipping for orders over $99.
Something intimate…
Card game
From the makers of popular card game, What Do You Meme, Let’s Get Deep – Aussie Edition is a question-based card game for couples. The goal is to get to know your partner on a whole new level, starting with the ‘Ice Breaker’ category before progressing to ‘Deep’ and then ‘Deeper’. Let’s Get Deep – Aussie Edition is available at local retailer Games World South Australia, for $29.99.
Intimate cream
Crafted by a South Australian physiotherapist specialising in pelvic health, Claire Osterstock recognised the need for a truly natural and organic intimate cream. Olive & Bee is 100 per cent natural and made from premium extra virgin olive oil and pure beeswax. The cream is available in 6ml or 55ml bottles, starting at $5.95.
Massage workshop
Who doesn’t love a bit of self-care? Davaar House is offering wellness treatments tailored to couples, from a “heat and heart ritual” to help you unwind and a “we time package” which includes a couples massage and a platter in their cafe.
Something to do together…
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The garden of love
It’s (nearly) Adelaide Fringe season and this year the Garden of Unearthly Delights is open just in time for a Valentine’s Day date night. From February 14 to 20, a selection of free and paid shows from the full program will be available for an early preview, including exclusive international shows like The Sumo Show Hirakuza, featuring former professional sumo wrestlers directly from Osaka, Japan.
Valentine’s (and Galentine’s) workshops
Image: Paintelaide
Paintelaide are celebrating the Valentine’s weekend by hosting a selection of paint and sip and clay workshops at their studio in Prospect. Paint your partner or friend the Picasso way, add a bit of neon or create your own gnomes or trinket dishes, starting from $59.
Love Athletica
Adelaide pilates studio Love Athletica is opening its third studio in Glenelg on Valentine’s Day, with tailored activations for the launch weekend including a live DJ, complimentary iced coffees from neighbouring cafe Olivetti until 11am and post-class hydration stations featuring Sodii, iced matcha and Hailey Bieber-inspired Love Bomb smoothies.
Something classic with a twist…
Handmade heart
Jewellery has long been a classic Valentine’s Day gift, but JamFactory is doing it differently. South Australian artist Zoe Grigoris uses traditional metalsmithing techniques throughout her work and this handmade heart pendant is available to order in silver and gold. Prices start at $150.
Hand-painted chocolates
This list wouldn’t be complete without some form of chocolate. Just Bliss is a boutique chocolatier in Rundle Mall crafting hand-painted pralines, truffles, rocky road, chocolate blocks and more. Curate your own chocolate box with milk, dark and even gluten-free truffles, starting from $39.90.
