Craft the Perfect Valentine's Date Night at Home with West Virginia's Local Gems
This Valentine's Day falls on a Friday, making it the ideal time for a cozy date night in. Skip the crowded restaurants and theaters—create an intimate, romantic evening at home with authentic West Virginia flavors.
These curated Almost Heaven selections will elevate your celebration with your loved one.
Local Eats
Impress with your culinary skills using premium, locally sourced meats from The Farmer’s Daughter Market & Butcher. A filet or pork chop from their selection delivers unmatched flavor and quality.
For a luxurious seafood feast, source fresh oysters, scallops, and shrimp from Capitol Market. Grab complementary sides there too, minimizing kitchen time and maximizing quality moments together.
After a demanding week, opt for convenient takeout from beloved local spots featuring standout dishes:
- The Dish Café – Daniels
- Minard’s Spaghetti Inn – Clarksburg
- Stardust Café – Lewisburg
- Vagabond Kitchen – Wheeling
West Virginia Wine
Pair your meal with exquisite West Virginia wines for the ultimate toast. Choose from these esteemed Almost Heaven wineries:
- Lambert’s Vintage Wine – Weston
- Kirkwood Winery – Summersville
- Daniel Vineyards – Crab Orchard
- Stone Road Vineyard – Rockport
Divine Desserts
Cap off the night sweetly with indulgent treats. Latte Da Cupcakery
in Martinsburg crafts unique cupcakes like caramel macchiato and orange dreamsicle, plus house-made French macarons.
In Charleston, Caffe Romeo excels in artisanal gelato—pick up a tub of your valentine's favorite flavor.
For a salty-sweet twist, snag gourmet popcorn from Mountaineer Popcorn in Shepherdstown, with daily blends like cookies and cream, chocolate-drizzled caramel, or red velvet.
Transform this Valentine's Day into a truly West Virginian romance for you and your special someone.
