All Things Valentine's Day
Santa Rosa, the urban heart of Sonoma County, is feelin' the LOVE!
All you need is love! But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt.
- Charles Schultz
Ah, Valentine’s Day. It’s a midwinter’s day of romantic love, exchanging cards, flowers, candies, and heartfelt expressions of affection. In honor of the most romantic day of the year, we have assembled a list of some of our favorite Sonoma County-centric Valentine’s Day activities; exceptional winery tasting experiences, memorable restaurants, sinful desserts, one-of-a-kind wine country activities, couples getaways, and of course, shopping.
Enjoy our inspirational list below, but whatever you decide to do, do it with love (and chocolate).
Wineries
Breathless Wines: Hearts & Bubbles - Visit the Breathless Tasting Room to celebrate your loved one. Sparkling wines are for celebrating romance.
Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens: Celebrate your decadent side with a flight with five exquisite dessert wines - each accompanied by its own seasonally focused sweet bite.
Hanna Winery Valentine's Weekend: Wine & Food Luncheon
Enjoy this exclusive wine and food pairing event at Hanna's estate villa in Alexander Valley. Featuring Chef Heidi West, the winery welcome parties of 2 to 6 for a seated, three course farm to table luncheon complete with curated wine pairings.
Restaurants
TIPS Roadside: Eat your heart out! and enjoy a special Prix Fixe menu with your loved one. The evening will start with a glass of champagne and a Cobb salad. Your entrée is a choice of Smoked Chicken or Smoked Prime rib. Sides include creamed spinach, smoked mushrooms, baked potatoes sourdough rolls. Finishing your meal with a delicious red velvet cake.
John Ash Co.: John Ash & Co., nestled next to Vintners Resort in Santa Rosa was the first Sonoma County restaurant to introduce the concept of cooking with seasonal, locally sourced foods and produce while pairing exceptional recipes with wines from the region. John Ash & Co. remains an icon for a romantic, fine dining restaurant. Valentine's Day features a special 3-Course prix fixe menu for $79/person, excluding sales tax and gratuity.
Salt & Stone: This iconic Sonoma Valley roadhouse--Kenwood's gathering place--is open and airy, with beautiful outdoor views of the Mayacama mountains. Featuring modern American bistro classics, and specialty cocktails, beer, and wine.
Desserts
Crumbl Cookies: At Crumbl, the cookies are always oversized, gooey, and fresh out of the oven. The bakery staff comes in at 6:00 am every day and continues making fresh dough and frosting around the clock, so customers are guaranteed the freshest selection. Ahead of Valentine's Day, Crumbl Santa Rosa is offering special flavors like Red Velvet White Chip, Nutella Sea Salt, and Birthday Cake for the week leading up to the big day.
Sift Dessert Bar: Eat your heart out, sugar! Valentine's Day treats for everyone!
Fleur Sauvage Chocolates: A world of artistic, intriguing, and unusual chocolate and sugar creations.
Sonoma Chocolatiers: California Wine Country's Best - 16-pieces on top of their award winning truffles and soft caramels.
Activities
Safari West: Wild Jungle Love - "Amour" Adults Only Safari
Charles M. Schulz Museum: Join Charlie Brown to celebrate Valentine’s Day Peanuts-style. Make special cards and crafts, watch Peanuts specials on the big screen, and take a photo with Charlie Brown!
Bodega Head Park & Beach: Bodega Head is the rocky headland that forms the entrance into Bodega Harbor. Beautiful picnic area, and the many hiking trails on the ocean side allow access to small, sandy coves and spectacular scenic views.
Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary: Couples Massage - Well known for their unique Cedar Enzyme Bath, rejuvenating massages, organic facials, and beautiful Zen-inspired meditation gardens.
Donut You Know I Love You Sip + Paint: Partnering with Johnny Doughnuts and Taft Street Winery to host a donut and wine pairing Sip + Paint!
Romantic Lodging In Sonoma County
Flamingo Resort: The stage is set stage for a couples’ getaway with a bottle of signature wine and sweet treats upon arrival. Take a dip in their heated pool and hot tub and then savor a romantic dinner at the Lazeaway Club restaurant.
Hotel La Rose: Set the mood for romance at the Hotel La Rose. How could any lover resist scrumptious chocolates enjoyed with your own chilled bottle of champagne? An arrangement of a dozen roses will enhance this special evening.
Vintners Resort: Celebrate Romance - Picture you and your loved one on a romantic stroll in our vineyards and through lush gardens. Enjoy the sunset and the sunrise over the vineyards from your own patio or balcony.
Geyserville Inn: A boutique hotel that offers intimacy, warmth, and the unhurried ambiance of a rustic wine country bed & breakfast in the Alexander Valley.
Bodega Bay Lodge: Enjoy a relaxing romance inspired stay during the whole month of February, which includes a stunning package!
Shopping
The Store Next Door: Check out the "Be My Valentine" Gift Baskets and more!
E.R. Sawyer Jewelers: Featuring the Hearts on Fire jewelry selection.
Mark Allen Jewelers: Offering a beautiful selection of wedding rings and fine jewelry.
Cupcake: Just because you're pregnant, you don't have to give up an ounce of style! You'll love our hip-enough-to-wear-even-if-you-weren't-pregnant maternity clothing by Michael Stars, LA Made and Paige Premium Denim.
Corrick's Stationery Gallery & Gifts: Happy hearts, Sonoma-based sculptor Cynthia Hipkiss makes these whimsical and full-of-life "Valentine"
Stems Floral Design: Roses are red, violets are blue...stop by and a frendly staff member will help you; a wrapped bouquet or custom designed vase arrangement.
