Aimee Tucker. Aimee Tucker is Yankee Magazine’s Home Editor and the Senior Digital Editor of NewEngland.com. A lifelong New Englander and Yankee contributor since 2010, Aimee has written columns devoted to history, foliage, retro food, and architecture, and regularly shares her experiences in New England travel, home, and gardening. Go to dinner!), or take advantage of the Boston Wine & Food Festival, hosted annually at the property. The festival’s Valentine’s weekend events include “Valentine’s on the French Riviera” on Feb. 14 and a “Romeo & Juliet Amarone Dinner” on Feb. 15. Amy Hartle is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of New England With Love, a comprehensive resource for travel in the New England region. Amy has been exploring beautiful New England for more than 20 years, and has lived in both Vermont and New Hampshire, where she graduated from Plymouth State University. After a day of pampering, enjoy a date night at Artisan restaurant, which features a farm-to-table menu of New England-inspired fare, like seafood cioppino, squid ink tagliatelle, sea scallops Newport is a beautiful New England town that's perfect for a Valentine's Day getaway filled with romance and gorgeous, refined architecture. Published Jan 15, 2025 EMMA GRACE Some ideas, in search of romantic New England destinations: Hilliards House of Candies in Easton, MA, has a lot of heart when it comes to Valentine's Day gifts. The landmark candy shop, located in a large, charming Victorian home, in quaint North Easton, MA, offers an incredibly attractive and varied display of Valentine's Day gifts. The “Valentine’s Weekend Retreat” package includes your room of choice (at various price points) and a $100 daily credit to put towards the restaurant’s 4-course V-Day dinner (offered February 14 and 15), which features lobster, foie gras, and venison. If flowers are a must for Valentine’s Day the stunning Orchid Adventure at Zoo New England is the place to be! Both Zoo New England locations curated a Valentine’s Day gift guide for you and your “significant otter.” 33. Win free steak frites for the rest of your love life As Valentine’s Day approaches, love is in the crisp New England air, and what better way to celebrate than with a romantic getaway? Whether you’re yearning for the sophistication of Greenwich, CT, the coastal charms of Essex, CT the timeless allure of Watch Hill, RI, the tranquil beauty of Weekapaug, RI, the quaint charm of [] Spend some time to recharge and reconnect this Valentine’s weekend at one of our favorite New England hotels. Each of these romantic retreats has special COVID-19 friendly Valentine’s Day offerings, like a romantic room service dinner for two or outdoor activities like snowshoeing and fire pits. Is your love the GOAT (greatest-of-all-time)? Send the message loud and clear when you gift a heart shaped box of sweet GOAT goods! This delightful box of farmstead goat milk goodies contains: 3 turtles, 9 chocolate covered caramels, and 4 award winning Aimee Tucker. Aimee Tucker is Yankee Magazine’s Home Editor and the Senior Digital Editor of NewEngland.com. A lifelong New Englander and Yankee contributor since 2010, Aimee has written columns devoted to history, foliage, retro food, and architecture, and regularly shares her experiences in New England travel, home, and gardening. Introduction: In this article, Melissa Davenport Berry describes the 1940 St. Valentine’s Day Blizzard in New England, during which – in very difficult circumstances – more than 30 babies were born in the Boston area! Whether coupled or single, we’ve always seen Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to treat ourselves. And with a large and ever-growing collection of artisan chocolatiers in every corner of New England, it’s remarkably easy to make good on that promise. The following list celebrates some of our favorite chocolates in every New England state. Some say Valentine’s Day is a phony-baloney holiday, created by restaurants and greeting-card companies. As a “singleton” and a cynical bird by nature, the approach of February 14 could easily churn me into a bitter spiral, especially upon hearing “every kiss begins with ‘K’” or walking by the cheery, heart-laden, red-laced windows of lingerie shops. 1. Stay for an Ivy League weekend at the Study at Yale. 2. Collect antiques -- antique Valentines, that is. 3. Buy chocolate. Here are some Top Chocolate A heartwarming collection of the artist’s iconic holiday-themed works from Valentine’s Day, Independence Day to Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Renowned for his ability to capture the spirit and warmth of American life, Rockwell’s paintings in this exhibit reflect the joy, nostalgia, and togetherness of the holiday season. Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift that combines cozy vibes and New England charm? From hand-crafted mugs and marshmallows to warm blankets and artisanal chocolates, these 10 thoughtful gifts are sure to make your loved ones (or just you!) feel extra special this winter season. 10 New England Gifts for a Cozy Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day isn’t just for humans—love and courtship are celebrated across the animal kingdom in fascinating and diverse ways. From the icy realms of Antarctica to the lush forests of the Congo, let’s explore how some remarkable species express their affection!
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