How to celebrate Valentine’s Day at home in Charleston

Spending Valentine’s Day at home? Here’s how you can still have a special night without breaking the bank, hiring a sitter, or even leaving your couch.

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You make my heart melt (like baked brie).

Photo by the CHStoday team.

Stuck at home for Valentine’s Day? Want to have a special meal, but don’t want to deal with the inevitable crowds at your favorite restaurants? Or just prefer cozying up to your special someone (or your cat) in your pajamas?

We see you — and raise you these options for celebrating Valentine’s Day from the comfort of your own home.

  • Cozy up with charcuterie | Ordering a board from CHS Coastal Charcuterie will feel just as fancy as going out to dinner. Pro tip: Skip the meat + cheese and head straight for dessert with the Movie Night Board, loaded with popcorn, sweets, and candies.
  • Exchange love letters | Pick up some fancy stationery from The Paper Canopy to write a sweet note for your partner, kids, or best friends that you can exchange on the spot or seal for a later date.
  • Make an at-home spa | Self-care is always good for your heart. Bath bombs from Old Whaling Co. can help to transform your bathroom into a romantic oasis, especially when paired with the Gardenia Candle from Charleston Candle Co.
  • Plan a movie night | Grab some popcorn from Mr. Poppers Kettle Korn & Gourmet Popcorn and watch your favorite movies filmed in the Holy City.
  • Dance it out | Whether you want to slow dance, samba, or show off your steps from the club days of yore, queue up music with ties to Charleston.

Have another idea on how you can have a special at-home V-Day the local way? Send us a love letter.

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