Love and be loved
Whether you have a sweetheart or not, we all have people who are dear to us, and it’s nice to let them know we care and to have that feeling reciprocated. This Valentine’s Day, pamper yourself or a loved one, and find something that makes you feel warm and fuzzy, attractive and happy, loved and loving, be it a candlelit dinner, a gift or a walk under the stars (weather permitting!).
Start with a little shopping… for a good cause. The Center for Global Justice presents a Silent Auction on Friday night, with proceeds supporting their projects and cooperatives surrounding San Miguel. You can bid on folk art, artisanal cheeses, jewelry, massages and more as you nibble on chocolate and sip a glass of wine.
Then, on Saturday night, let your heart go out for Hospice in a silent auction at Galería Mariló Carral. There you will find 70 plywood hearts that local artists and designers have painted, collaged, embellished and decorated with their own creative vision. Find a sweet heart for your sweetheart, and know that you help Hospice provide compassionate care to patients and their families.
On Saturday and Sunday, you might find a gift for a special someone (which might just be you!) at Deborah Campbell’s. She has unique artwork, collectibles and jewelry she has collected from around the world, which you can see from 11am to 7pm at her studio on Hernández Macías 115. Around the corner at Johfrej, you can pick up some chocolates or some other such confection for your bonbon, or just for yourself. Drop in at Jesús 2A for some mouth-watering ideas.
Now for some rest and relaxation. Bambú Spa & Salon offers 10 percent off gift certificates of 500 pesos or more, so you can treat a friend or another special someone to the royal treatment. While you’re there you might treat yourself to hot stone or aromatherapy massage or a spring citrus facial. Bambú is in the courtyard of the Posada de La Aldea on Ancha de San Antonio.
Throughout the weekend love is in the air with the sweet sound of music. On Friday and Saturday evening you can hear romantic songs in a comfortable setting as Pro Musica presents Rodrigo Garciarroyo and Mario Hernández at St. Paul’s Church on calle Cardo.
On the afternoon of Valentine’s Day, head to Montes de Loreto to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new church there with home-cooked Mexican food, music and dancing in Buena Vista Park. Meet new people and take in the glorious views of the city before heading out on the town.
Looking for an intimate date night? Several restaurants offer live music with their special Valentine’s dinners. Sibyl English sings romantic ballads at El Ochenta restaurant at Mesones 80. Xavier Gibler’s love songs will make your dinner at Mama Mía’s that much sweeter. Enrique Prado and Xavier Hernández’ amorous offerings can be heard at Casa Crayola on Calzada de la Aurora. Casa de Sierra Nevada’s Andanza Restaurant and La Puertecita Boutique Hotel also promise delectable delights in an intimate setting for you and a companion.
Afterwards, take a stroll through the always-romantic streets of San Miguel, maybe grab a coffee and some dessert in the Jardín, and dance off into the night. Love and be loved this Valentine’s Day.
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