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Oxford Unplugged: Valentine's Day Life Hacks for the Lonely Hearts Club

Are you dreading Valentine's Day?  Do you think it's just for happy couples? Has it gone too commercial? Well- you're wrong! This year in Oxford, you can get more (and we mean MUCH more) out of life on Valentine's Day.  Read on for Valentine's Day Life Hacks for the Lonely Heart's Club.  Remember: You don't need your laptop, your tablet or your cellphone for any of these stops. 


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Hack #1: Snag a Bouquet

Floral Buds & Design, 507 Dundas St. Woodstock, ON. (View Map)

habitual chocolate philippe holding three bars to camera

Floral Buds in Woodstock is the perfect spot to grab a beautiful, fresh-cut bouquet, arrangement, trendy succulents and even fresh lavender skincare products.  Owner Erik Wesseling is an expert florist who has run the business for 17 years in Woodstock.  He's also traveled the world entering various arranging competitions to great success. The difference between him and your average grocery store bouquet? Well besides the TLC he puts in at the shop, he said it's the layering and textures that make his work really stand out.  

The Hack: Send yourself some flowers! Just pretend they're from your secret admirer. Don't forget to have them delivered in front of your friends!

Hack #2: Eat Loads of Chocolate

 Habitual Chocolate (389 Dundas St. Woodstock---View Map)

Here's a tip: a chocolate shopped will not deny you of that sweet goodness just because you don't have a date! Whether you're spending V-Day with your sweetie, a friend, family or gtting some quality me-time, chocolate is a must. For purists, Habitual Chocolate in Woodstock offers the opportunity to watch chocolate for from bean to bar all in one stop.  Shop delicious bars, chocolate-covered fruits and more all while wafting in the delicious scent of chocolate being made in house. 

The Hack: If you're not into the idea of buying chocolate for yourself, fear not.  Just say it's for your sweetie. We don't judge. 

Hack #3: Take Yourself to Dinner

Louie's Pizza and Pasta
440 Bell St. Ingersoll, ON. (View Map)

For hefty portions and delicious flavour combos, you can't go wrong taking yourself to Louie's Pizza & Pasta.  Known for their Big Ass Panzerottis (plan to tackle this one with friends) they're a road house with flare.  A must-stop Oxford destination, Louie's has a number of awesome cheesy menu items like their Gunn's Hill mac n' cheese, pizza of the month (spaghetti pizza, anyone?) and their deep fried Gunn's Hill cheese curds, you really can't go wrong.

or The Elm Hurst Inn
415 Harris St. Ingersoll, ON. (View Map)

Treat yourself to a decadent dinner at the beautiful Elm Hurst Inn. Think nicely plated meals, local cheeseboards, soups with beautiful flavour profiles and more.  Located inside a historic mansion and home of Ingersoll's famous cheese maker, James Harris, take a stroll around the grounds after your meal or book yourself into the spa. 

The Hack: Ask for a table for two and pretend your date is in the washroom.  That's right, more food for you.