Community Corner

The Timonium Valentine's Day Experience (with Poll)

Patch points you in the right romantic (local) direction.

Romance is right around the corner—literally.

While for some of you, your Valentine's Day plans might include an exotic getaway with that special someone, the rest should consider going local. There are plenty of V-Day specials and events happening around Lutherville-Timonium to put a smile on your significant other's face.

I suggest starting your day getting struck by Cupid's Arrow... Latte. , known for it's , describes the blend as a "delicious espresso topped with steamy frothed milk flavored with dark chocolate and spiced berry and kissed with a topping of whipped cream."

Find out what's happening in Lutherville-Timoniumfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

If you're planning on taking Tuesday off, maybe consider putting this Timonium Groupon deal to good use. The Healing Path is offering a massage and aromatherapy package for $59 (originally valued at $125). The Groupon also includes deals for expectant mothers.

And what's Valentine's Day without flowers? Be sure to pick up a bouquet from . But place your orders soon. Don't wait to the last minute and don't settle for grocery store flowers.

Find out what's happening in Lutherville-Timoniumfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

So you have your coffee, your special someone is getting pampered and the flowers are in full bloom. Can you guess what comes next?

Chocolates!

Use to guide your local cocoa confection decision-making. Once again, don't cut corners. Tip: Try Kirchmayr Chocolatier or Glauber's Fine Chocolates.

And finally, where to dine out? I have my opinions about where to impress that lovely lady or handsome fellow, but since I used to work at a restaurant in Timonium, I must recuse myself. So we leave it up to you...

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Lutherville-Timonium