When the streets clear from the bustle of the workday, the night brings a different character to the streets of the Hudson Square.  And around this Valentine’s Day the streets will be filled with romance.  Budding romancers look to impress in new relationships.  Other long lasting relationships celebrate the holiday with staycations and intimate settings.  However you ‘choose to woo’ let Hudson Square be the place to celebrate with your valentine.

Everyone thinks of the heart shaped box of chocolates for a V-Day gift.  At Jacques Torres, they turn it up a notch and offer a creative spin on the originals.  Pick up giant chocolate lips, a frog Prince Charming, or a spanker.  Spankers are Chef Torres’s personal creation for the more humorous couples, oversized chocolate lollipops that in fact read “Spank Me.”

Ladies, you want to look nice for the special night out.  From hair and make up to wardrobe, you can get the celebrity treatment.  Start with a class of Physique 57 to and exude confidence with your toned body.  Find your perfect dress on Rent the Runway.  Use your Connection Card for discounts on online orders at Rent the Runway and various classes at Physique 57.  The special packages at Space Salon will also help you secure the follow up date in weeks to come.  From February 1st to 15th you can choose from various beauty packages that include rose, jasmine or lavender pedicures and scalp massages, conditioning treatment and a blow out.  Looking for the full pampered experience?  They also have the Fresh Face Makeup services.  Everything you need to glow for the special night out!

Possibly the hardest part of the night, or any special date night for that matter, is deciding what to do.  In Hudson Square you have every option from a staycation to tasting menus and music shows to haunted shows!

Start by booking a hotel romance package.  The Trump Hotel package offers elegance and exclusivity where you can stay in a Deluxe City View One Bedroom Suite with champagne, chocolate covered strawberries and breakfast the following morning.  The Hampton Inn SoHo has a more low key Romance Package including the holiday staples of champagne, wine, flowers and chocolates.

If you are planning a dinner, go beyond the usual restaurant picks.  Pao! is offering a lovely Caipirao drink made from limes and Licor Beirao, an herb and seed liquor. 508 Restaurant will have a prix fixe menu with some special additions.  Share small plates or flatbreads or pastas paired with selections from their extensive beer and wine, and finished with dessert.  Enjoy dinner and music at Sounds of Brazil (SOBs).  Dance the night away with American jazz and hip hop singer Bilal and enjoy a three course dinner with a bottle of wine or pitcher of sangria.

And if you can’t vacation to Napa Valley for a night, visit NYC’s own City Winery.  Experience Romance in the Barrel Room with a 3 course Prix Fixe menu crafted by Chef Andres Barrera.  They are also offering a Valentine’s Wine and Cheese pairing.  City Winery and Murray’s Cheeses pair 5 sparkling wines with 5 cheeses and 5 locally made chocolates.  Seating is first come first serve, so be sure to arrive promptly with your date.

While there is plenty of variety to celebrate the beloved holiday, there are some who stray from the traditional sense of romance.  Blood Manor wants to prove that October is not the only haunting month.  Visit the Valentine’s Day Massacre on February 10th and 11th. This will sure be a Valentine’s Day never to forget!

For more information on venues in Hudson Square and neighborhood exclusives, visit our website and Connection Card page!