February 14 is just around the corner, so be sure to plan something extra special or pick up something magic from your local maker for your Valentine.
Ireland is home to an incredible selection of chocolatiers, offering hand-made, hand-painted, and beautifully constructed edible treats. Potentially the most famous chocolate maker in Ireland is Gráinne Mullin, a young chef who founded her business, Grá Chocolates, during the pandemic. Stocked across the country, her artistic creations are made using a selection of seasonal flavours, making them a truly delicious gift.
Titanic Hotel Belfast (winner of Afternoon Tea of the Year at the Irish Hotel Awards 2025) are hosting a champagne afternoon tea for £49/ €55 per person. Make like you are in first class on board the Titanic, with delicately prepared sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and sweet pastries, all presented with fine tea.
Why limit yourself to bringing flowers home on Valentine's when you could do it year-round? The Crate is a modern online flower delivery service, specialising in delivering seasonal flowers on subscription. The Recurring Flower Subscription is a delivery of The Bunch on repeat. A beautiful arrangement of seasonal flowers designed around a curated colour palette.
Claddagh Ring
Claddagh rings have enjoyed a revival of sorts in recent years, with the iconography appearing on many a t-shirt, scarf, earrings, and trinket. This Valentine's Day, why not go back to basics and pick up a ring for your loved one? They are unisex and can be worn with the heart facing in to show that the wearer is off the market. If you want to be all the more authentic, pick up your ring in Galway, where the ring is said to have originated.
Lough Eske Castle, Donegal's only five-star castle hotel, has some gorgeous Valentine's Day offers available, including a horse-drawn carriage ride around the grounds for €50. Carriages can accommodate up to four passengers at a time if you want to double-date, and blankets are available on cooler days.
As part of this year's Valentine’s celebration, Emerald Park is hosting a Retro Drive-In Movie experience. Taking place on Saturday 14 February, guests can choose from three much-loved films: Toy Story at 3:00pm, The Greatest Showman at 6:00pm, and Dirty Dancing at 9:00pm. Movie-goers can enjoy the experience from the comfort of their own car, with hot food, snacks and drinks available on site throughout the evening.
Taking place on Saturday, 14 February, this immersive after-dark event invites couples and friends to experience Dream Point After Dark, including its current 360° projection spectacular 'Van Gogh After Dark: An Immersive Journey', before stepping deeper into the venue for a breathtaking candlelit pianist finale by acclaimed pianist Noah Flach.
Susan Hunter Lingerie has been a staple of Dublin's Westbury Mall since 1984. They sell lingerie, nightgowns, and robes that are handcrafted from the finest silks and cashmeres. These are undoubtedly on the pricier side, but the brand assures customers that their work focuses on expert fit, quality materials and longevity.
