Valentine’s Day in London
By TEAM STURM
12th May 2022
Love is in the air and Team Sturm London is here to help you plan the perfect Valentine’s Day. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite romantic destinations around the city, including cozy date spots, luxurious cocktail lounges and the best hidden gems for gift shopping. However you choose to spend your Valentines, we have something for you.
RESTAURANTS
SESSIONS ARTS CLUB
24 CLERKENWELL GREEN
The place to see and be seen in, Sessions Arts Club sits in the old judges’ dining room at Sessions House, a grand Grade II* listed building in Clerkenwell. Surrounded by three terraces with fireplaces, a rooftop bar and garden, the dining room feels eclectic and cozy and makes the perfect romantic dinner spot.
NOMAD LONDON
27 BOW STREET
Perhaps London’s most Instagrammable restaurant right now, NoMad’s stunning restaurant is set at the heart of a lushly landscaped atrium with a glass ceiling and is bustling and energetic through the day and intimate and moody in the evening. Go for their delicious black truffle tagliatelle – laced with lashings of parmesan and butter.
CIRCOLO POPOLARE
40-41 RATHBONE PL
This beautiful spot tucked away behind Oxford Street will leave you feeling transported to a small town in Italy. The dining room walls are covered in thousands of bottles of wines and greenery and fairy lights hang from the ceiling. The delicious Italian fare is just the cherry on top of this ultra-romantic dining experience.
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COCKTAIL BARS
SKETCH
9 CONDUIT STREET
Set in an 18th-century townhouse in Mayfair, Sketch is not only a great location for a luxurious afternoon tea (often accompanied by a live string trio), but also transforms into a chic cocktail lounge in the evenings. The entire venue is inspired by art and design and each room is eye catching and unique.
THE PAINTERS ROOM
CLARIDGE'S, BROOK STREET
Located in the timelessly elegant Claridge’s Hotel in Mayfair, this art deco designed bar is stylish and beautiful, and perfect for an upscale cocktail. Cocktails come in four categories; Light, Interpretations, Complex and Clean and are inspired by British, French, and Italian classics. For an elegant night out, this is the place to go.
the main mayfair
20 hanover square
This New England-inspired brasserie is an intimate and luxurious spot set in an 18th Century townhouse with plush, dimly lit rooms over three floors, including the red leather and brick alcoves of the ‘Tavern’ and the glitzy, art-deco-inspired ‘Brasserie.’ With live entertainment in a cabaret-style, some of the best cocktails we’ve ever tried and Maryland crab cakes on the menu, this is the perfect place for a special evening.
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FLOWERS & CHOCOLATE SHOPS
PIERRE MARCOLINI
37 MARYLEBONE HIGH STREET
A must-visit for beautifully wrapped chocolates with a varied selection curated especially for Valentine’s Day. The 4-drawer gift box, ‘Delightful Romance’ is a chocolate-lovers dream and includes a selection of 25 hearts, 36 pralines, 36 truffles and 36 Grand Crus.
SCARLET AND VIOLET
76 CHAMBERLAYNE ROAD
This traditional flower shop offers extravagant arrangements with seasonal blooms including timeless favorites such as foxgloves, peonies, sweet peas and poppies. Their flowers are bought fresh daily and some arrangements include pretty, ribbon tied jam jars and beautiful handmade vases so you’ll always have a special place for them.
ROCOCO CHOCOLATES
38 EARLHAM STREET
For a loved one with a sweet tooth this artisanal chocolatier is the place to visit. Their Valentine’s Day collection includes decadent truffle boxes and beautiful hand painted chocolate hearts or for something really special, order a Rococo hamper filled with their bestselling treats.
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GIFTING
JESSICA MCCORMACK
7 CARLOS PL
A Team Sturm go-to for jewelry is Jessica McCormack’s vintage-inspired and timeless pieces. From classic, simple diamond necklaces to more extravagant designs, you’ll be sure to find a piece for your loved one (or yourself). The ‘Heirloom Jewelry Boxes’ make a particularly thoughtful and personalized gift.
misela
109 mount STREET
Drawing inspiration from the ancient stone Cintamani, which is believed to refer to the eye of reason and the eye of the heart, MISELA’s luxury leather goods are ‘modern talismans of feminine energy, strength and power.’ We love the Alexa at Belgravia, a beautiful shearling and leather shoulder bag that comes in khaki, rust and cream, and the stylish cosmetics cases make ideal Valentines gifts and can be personalized with your loved one’s initials for an extra special touch.
DR. BARBARA STURM LONDON BOUTIQUE & SPA
125 MOUNT ST
For a skin-savvy partner, or for anyone who needs some R & R, book a facial or consultation at our Boutique & Spa in Mayfair. Its calming interior will instantly soothe your senses and our signature facials and exclusive Valentine’s Day gifts cater to every skincare need and concern.
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Team Sturm
DATE:
11 February 2022
