<< Back Kent has everything you need for a perfect Valentines!
Why not surprise the one you love with a romantic evening or truly individual present! Details of some special Valentine's offers are listed below............
Magical Meals...
The ABode, Canterbury 
Come and join us for a romantic tasting menu in the Michael Caines restaurant. The valentines menu costs just £72.00 per person; we also have the option to superbly wine match the tasting menu for an additional £38.00 per person. And, as the icing on a perfect occasion, why not spend the night in one of our fabulous bedrooms? To book please call 01227 826676.
Blackthorn Trust, Maidstone
Show you care at The Blackthorn Trust this Valentine’s Day! On Tuesday 14th February there will be a ‘Love-themed Lunch’ in the Café from 12-2pm. Plus lots of lovely romantic gift ideas from our plant nursery and craft workshops. Show you care and you’ll be helping your local Charity too! Visit www.blackthorn.org.uk or ring 01622 726128 for more info.
The Ferry House, Isle of Sheppey 
The Ferry House Inn is offering a superb Valentines menu (available 11th and 14th February 2012 from 7pm), including our own beef showcased in the Chateaubriand to share. Enjoy dining in our peaceful restaurant overlooking the gardens down to the estuary, and why not make a weekend out of it and stay in our 4* B&B? Booking essential. For more details please call us on 01794 519214 or visit our website at www.theferryhouseinn.co.uk
Frasers, Egerton
We are delighted to announce our bespoke Valentines Menu will be available on the following selected dates - Saturday 11th, Tuesday 14th, Friday 17th and Saturday 18th February. To make a reservation please contact us on either 01233 756122 or email lisa@frasers-events.co.uk
The George and Dragon, Chipstead 
Celebrate Valentines at the George and Dragon - the heavy oak beams, solid furnishings, real fires and original features create a perfect venue for a romantic dinner for two. All our meat is free range or organic, our vegetables are local to the surrounding counties and we only use sustainable fish landed from boats off the south east coast. To book call 01732 779019, or email info@georgeanddragonchipstead.com 
Haguelands Village, Romney Marsh
Wine and dine the sweetheart, wife or lover in your life with some unforgettable food £30 per head, including bottle of bubbles per couple. To book call 01303 873535, www.haguelandsvillage.co.uk
Howfield Manor, nr Canterbury 
The restaurant at Howfield Manor Hotel serves classic British and French dishes cooked using the finest seasonal and locally produced and home-grown ingredients. Perfect for a romantic dinner for two in the 12th century former chapel. Our special Valentine’s day menu is available from the 11th to 14th February at £30 per person. To book call 01227 733892 or e-mail us hotel@howfield.net www.howfieldcanterbury.co.uk 
The Minnis, Birchington
Celebrate Valentine's Day with us this year. Jarrod and Jim will be appearing as The Jazz Police, and there will be a special Valentine menu, priced at £40 per person. Booking is advised! For more information visit www.theminnis.co.uk or call 01843 841844.
The Orangery / Smiths Court Hotel, Cliftonville 
The Orangery restaurant at Smiths Court Hotel has a fabulous Valentine's Day deal. Running on Saturday 11th February, a 5 course meal (including reception cocktail) is priced at £60 per couple, or you can stay overnight for £100 per couple dinner, bed and breakfast. Book today as places are going fast! Email info@orangeryrestaurant.co.uk or call 01843 222310.
Woods, Tunbridge Wells
Woods are offering a special Valentine's Day Candlelit Dinner on Tuesday 14th February. This will include Kir Royale on arrival and a chocoate fondue for two! Booking essential – call 01892 543339 www.woodsrestaurant.co.uk
Perfect Presents...
63 Harbour Street, Whitstable 
63 Harbour Street’s first Valentine's Day! Treat your Valentine to a delicious gift of Kentish foodie treats from The Whitstable Hamper Company, exclusive to 63 Harbour Street. And make sure your day is pure and fruity - all at the same time - with our special Valentine's Day smoothie. We're thinking pink! www.63harbourstreet.co.uk 
Aedos
Our bath melts are designed to nourish the skin and sooth the spirit. Drop the bath melt into warm bath water and allow the fragrance of the essential oils to envelope you. Decorated with rosebuds they make a fabulous gift for someone you love. For information visit www.aedos.co.uk
Biddenden Vineyards, Biddenden 
Why not visit the vineyard and take a romantic stroll through the vines, followed by a tasting of our wines, ciders and juices in the vineyard shop.
Biddenden white and rosé sparkling wines make a perfect Valentines gift, and our shop is always well stocked with a wide range of locally produced chutneys, jams, beers and more. For more details and opening times, please visit www.biddendenvineyards.com or call the vineyard on 01580 291726.
Botanic - Church Street, Wye
For lovers of flowers, fruits, fields and the honest pleasures they bring to the kitchen, the table and the home, this Valentine’s Day brings a new must-see destination. Botanic, the art and gift shop in Wye, is the creation of an artist who has worked long and hard to master one of the unsung treasures of her field - botanical drawing. Opening times: Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm. For more information call: 01233 812426, email: botanic24@gmail.com
Colorlites 
Looking for something different to say ‘I love you?’ Our glass heart shaped bottles are perfect for filling with delights; liqueurs, oils, perfumes or even a message in a bottle. Available individually or in bulk orders complete with corks in 100ml and 200ml. How about adding a personal touch by printing a special message onto our wide range of clear and coloured glass candle holders. For more information please visit www.colouredbottles.co.uk or call 01634 862839.
Fentons of Kent
A handmade heart made from dried rose buds which retain the smell of rose. Each one is tied with a pretty ribbon which can be used as a hanger. Use it as a decoration or to fragrance a draw, to hang in your wardrobe, or even in your car! Anywhere in fact where you want the wonderful smell of roses. Ideal present for Valentine's Day. www.fentonsofkent.co.uk
Foodari 
The perfect romantic meal made simple using all local produce. Our selection of Valentine's recipe hampers incorporate the finest local ingredients and recipe cards for your complete meal solution. We also have a selection of Valentine's gift hampers overflowing with local brut, the finest fudges, heart shaped chocolate brownies and much more, each delivered with a single red rose. For FREE delivery on all Valentine's orders just enter promo code SPECIAL at the checkout (offer available on all orders over £30.00 and transactions made for delivery 10th - 19th Feb 2012. For more information call 01233 721628 or visit www.foodaridirect.co.uk
The Fudge Kitchen, Canterbury
We have put together a perfect Valentines gift to cheer up the drabbest of February days – a stylish branded thermal travel mug with 3 deliciously scrumptious sachets of drinking fudge and some mini marshmallows to top it off, all beautifully wrapped in heart covered cellophane. Drinking fudge is our unique fudgey take on hot chocolate; its smooth and creamy and devilishly different! www.fudgekitchen.co.uk
Mama Feelgoods, Bekesbourne
Mama Feelgoods Fine Food Store and Deli Café is a place you can come for a bite to eat and some foodie retail therapy. Special additional romantic items will be on the menu and the shop is already filled with hearts and a wide variety of cards & gifts to treat your loved one - www.mamafeelgoods.com
Meopham Valley Vineyard, Meopham
We provide you with a personalised label on any of our award winning wines. A unique gift for the one you love on Valentine’s Day. Orders can be placed on our website or by telephone.
www.meophamvalleyvineyard.co.uk Tel: 01474 812727
Olives Stores, Brenchley
Is approaching fast, get some extra points this year by getting the perfect gift.....
We will be stocking a fabulous range of valentine inspired gifts and produce for your loved ones, including chocolates, fine wines, bubbly, hampers and gifts. Make your petal smile with a gift from Olive Stores. www.olive-stores.co.uk
Romney Marsh Wools
A special Valentine’s to Ewe! Why not treat your loved one to a snuggle rug for those cooler evenings where you can both cuddle up together. We hand select our highest quality fleeces before they are hand-processed by traditional UK Weavers into our beautiful range of snuggle rugs, throws and cushions. We also use the lanolin from the fleece and have a luxurious toiletries range which leaves skin feeling soft and hydrated. To view our full range, please visit www.romneymarshwools.co.uk or contact us 01233 721800.
Shepherd Neame, Faversham
Looking for the perfect gift for Valentine's Day? How about our Ale Lovers Hamper (£35.00), or our Brewery Tour Gift Certificates – enjoy a daytime brewery tour and tutored tasting for two plus a beer and glass presentation pack (£32.50). Call 01795 542014 or visit www.shepherdneame.co.uk/shop
Sloe Seduction 
A beautifully presented box of Sloe Gin Chocolates & Red Silk Roses for Valentine’s Day!
A truly irresistible seductive chocolate and not forgetting the Sloe Gin Chocolate Mousse – ideal for that intimate dinner for two. Tasting sessions will be taking place at Horsmonden Farmers Market on Friday 10th Feb and Teston Farm Shop on Saturday 11th Feb. Tel 01892-730709 www.sloeseduction.co.uk
Tenterden Folk Club
Tenterden Folk Club (one of the other events run by Tenterden Folk Festival) meet on Tuesday February 14th so we will no doubt be singing some suitable songs. The club meets at the William Caxton at West Cross Tenterden and the singing starts at 8.30 p.m. Entry is free and everyone is welcome whether they play and instrument, sing or just want to listen. www.tenterdenfolkfestival.org.uk
The Whitstable Hamper Company 
A range of Valentine foodie gifts, beautifully wrapped and full of products handmade by local Kent producers. Traditionally made fudges, heart shaped chocolate sharing cakes, handmade rose and pistachio macaroons, plus stunning bespoke black cherry with chilli infused vodka truffles. You can also find a range of Kentish beers, Chapel Down sparkling Vintage Brut Reserve and English Rose. Savoury selections have award winning Ashmore cheese, cobnut and Ashmore cheese biscuits from Potash Farm, and Kent crisps, giving you a choice of 'for him', 'for her' and some gorgeous sharing hampers for an evening in.
An exclusive range can also be found at 63 Harbour St Whitstable. Free delivery available in Whitstable and surround 5 mile radius. Visit us at www.thewhitstablehampercompany.com
