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A 5 Step Guide to Valentine’s Day in Manhattan

glenwood2 — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:50:00 +0000

Ahhh, February 14th, the most romantic day of the year in New York City! Whether you love it, hate it, or prefer to use it as excuse to treat yourself to flowers, chocolate, and other sweet gestures, we’ve teamed up with Cupid himself to showcase the best options to celebrate this day of love – and yourself! Here’s how to create the perfect Valentine’s Day in 5 easy steps:

1. Order Fresh Flowers

It’s Valentine’s Day… so send flowers to someone special in your life! Whether it be your beau, your mom, sister, aunt, best friend, or your grandmother, pick up a colorful bouquet that fits their personality.

If the receiver lives within Manhattan, stop at your local neighborhood bodega and create your own bundle of blooms, finished with a sweet Valentine’s note. If you’re sending an arrangement out of town, try the company BloomThat. Not only are they wrapped in the prettiest burlap and tied with color coordinating ribbons (completely ready to be Instagrammed), but the flowers stay fresh for SO long!

Bonus for New Yorkers: Enjoy same day delivery in NYC if you want to surprise someone in the office!

2. Buy Local Chocolate

Valentine’s Day is the sweetest day to celebrate your special someone with edible treats they’ll actually want. Afterall, we do live in a city filled with artisan chocolatiers!

Pick up some delectable chocolates from a local sweet shop or via online. Jacques Torres Chocolate, Ladurée, and Maison du Chocolate are three great chocolate stores in Manhattan worth checking out. If you are looking for chocolate strawberries, be sure to check out Agata and Valentina, which is located very close to Glenwood’s The Lucerne, The Pavilion and many other Upper East Side Glenwood buildings.

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3. Plan a Special Date

February 14th does not mean you’re expected to make a fancy reservation and see a movie. Instead, break that mold! Avoid overpriced bistros, crowded bars, and overworked wait staff with a new kind of date that suits both you and your Valentine.

How does a swanky soiree at the American Museum of Natural History on the Upper West Side sound? The night begins with an open bar of cocktails and champagne, passed hors d’oeuvres and chocolate, while a jazz quartet plays in the background. Snuggle close in the Hayden Planetarium while an astronomer tells sweet stories based on the cosmos. Will your stars align? This event is a short cab ride for residents of The Encore – so dress your best for a lovely night out close to home! Or a glass blowing class in Brooklyn?! Get creative the city has so many fun and cool experiences you can plan!

4. Send Snail-Mail Cards

When’s the last time you received a piece of mail that wasn’t junk or a bill? Receiving snail mail is one of life’s smallest but greatest pleasures, and this simple gesture can bring so much joy to your loved ones, both near and far. Whether your Glenwood building is in Midtown East or the East Side of Manhattan, head over to Greenwich Letterpress and stock up on cute cards and stationary (they have a fabulous Valentine’s Day selection!), pen a sweet note, and drop them in the nearest post box. You’ll be sure to bring a smile to a lot of faces!

Theres a great stationary store with fantastic cards located close the many of the Glenwood Upper East Side buildings- Paper Source on 1296 3rd Avenue!

5. Renew Your Vows or Be Inspired by Others Who Are

Two of the most romantic places you can spend your Valentine’s Day in Manhattan is Central Park and Times Square!

Every year, couples are encouraged to show up on the famed red steps of Times Square where they can renew their wedding vows in front of the world. This year, while all are clearly welcome, a special invitation has been extended to lovers who’s relationship bridge boundaries. Wedding attire is always encouraged, too!

For a more intimate atmosphere, Central Park is always our recommended go-to destination to enjoy some quality time with your beau. Take a walk around the reservoir, enjoy a cozy carriage ride, or snuggle up on a nearby bench. We bet you’ll find a few other couples doing the exact same!

Swoon over these ideas for Valentine’s Day? Share with us on Facebook and Twitter on how you shared love in the air!

Manhattan’s West Side vs. East Side

Believe it or not, there are quite a few differences between the West and East Sides of Manhattan! From family-style mom and pop shops to vibrant nightlife, which neighborhood best suits your lifestyle?

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Tips For Valentine’s Day In Your Apartment

Glenwood — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 12:46:25 +0000

As Valentine’s Day approaches, we want to help you make the best of it! What a perfect excuse to buy the ones you love or even yourself fresh flowers and chocolates! If you are looking for ways to make this Valentine’s Day in your Glenwood apartment even better, just keep reading!

Bring Home or Order Fresh Flowers

It’s Valentine’s Day! So send or bring home flowers to someone special in your life! Whether it be your partner, your mom, sister, aunt, best friend, or your grandmother, pick a bouquet that is perfect for him or her!

If the person you are sending flowers to lives within Manhattan, stop at your local neighborhood florist or bodega. If you’re sending an arrangement out of town Bouqs or BloomThat are great options to look at! Venus et Fleur is another online option that offers flowers that last up to an entire year!

Buy Your Valentine Sweet Treats!

Valentine’s Day is the perfect holiday to treat you loved ones to something extra sweet—like chocolates and special candies! Some of our favorite suggestions are listed here! Jacques Torres Chocolate in Manhattan has a great selection of treats and with different locations all over NYC, there is surely one located close to your Glenwood uptown or downtown apartment! In fact, this chocolate shop isn’t too far from Glenwood’s Grand Tier and Hawthorn Park buildings! La Maison du Chocolat located on the corner of 79^thand Madison is a very high end chocolate shop if you are looking for champagne truffles on the Upper East Side. If you are downtown, try Sugarfina located at 185 Greenwich Street. Sugarfina, also with a location midtown at 300 Madison Ave (42nd Street), has all sorts of special chocolate and sweet treats like rosé flavored rose shaped gummies that are labeled “love you a bunch”, or lip shaped sugar gummies that say “kiss me” on the label! They even have the cutest gift boxes, perfect for Valentine’s Day gifts!

Hand Write Cards!

Getting a handwritten card in the mail is a small joy often taken for granted! When was the last time you received a piece of mail that wasn’t junk or a bill? This simple gesture can bring so much joy to your loved ones, both near and far. Papyrus is a great stationary store that you will be able to have fun searching for the perfect card to send! The store has multiple locations, which makes it very convenient for Glenwood residents! If you live on the Upper East Side, there are two locations on 1285 1st Avenue (between 69^thand 70^thStreet) and on 1270 3rd Ave (between 73^rdand 74^thStreet.) If you live in The Pavilion, The Fairmont, or The Somerset. If you live downtown, there are two Papyrus Tribeca locations on 233 Broadway and 149 Reade St. These two stores are close to Barclay Tower, Liberty Plaza and Tribeca Bridge Tower!

Dine In

If you want to dine in for Valentine’s Day, that’s great! We can try to help make it that more special! If you are preparing a meal for your partner, think about their favorite meal and beverages. Do they love a certain dish you always make? Surprising him or her with that dish can be a lovely surprise paired with a specific wine or beverage that you know they will love! While you may have bought your partner chocolates, making chocolate covered strawberries is a fun and easy way to show that little bit of extra love and care! If you plan to make dinner with your partner, make it a little more romantic! Prepare playlist of both of your favorite song to listen to as your cook away!

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For The Kids

Kids love Valentine’s Day too! It is a great way to let them know they are loved! If you want to do something a little bit special before you send them off to school, heart shaped pancakes are an easy and definitely scrumptious way to show them! It is easy to shape the batter into a heart and perhaps add chocolate chips if you have a child who is a chocolate lover! Another cute idea is a handmade card with a picture of you both! Definitely a way to make your little one smile.

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