Where to find Valentine's Day drinks, treats in Delaware, including sundaes, strawberries
If you still need to find some gifts for that special someone or want to treat yourself this Feb. 14, we've got a few local picks with a romantic spin to share.
Sweet Dreams Confections Co. is a family-run confectionery in Middletown making hand-crafted sweets for all occasions. Some of their Valentine's Day bestsellers include hand-dipped, chocolate-covered strawberries, which come in milk, white and dark chocolate. Another big seller is their handmade truffles that come in 37 flavors.
More goodies include chocolate-covered marshmallows, pretzels, graham crackers ... and bacon. We know there's someone out there waiting to unwrap that on Valentine's Day.
The menu also features the viral Dubai chocolate bars seen on social media in recent months and peanut butter cup pie.
1 Shallcross Place, Middletown, (302) 696-2506; sweetdreamsconfectionsco.com
Anything can be romantic if you cut down on the plateware and double the silverware, and that's exactly what the Sugar Factory in Dover does with its selection of sundaes for two.
The old-fashioned sundaes range from classic Neapolitan to chocolate blackout to strawberry cheesecake overload.
If you've got several Valentines or Galentines (we don't judge), check out the King Kond sundae, complete with 24 scoops of ice cream, various dessert sauces, sprinkles, cookie crumbles, candy necklaces, sparklers, marshmallows, a glazed donut, a red velvet cupcake and much more.
1131 N. Du Pont Highway, Dover, (302) 857-3252; sugarfactory.com/location/dover-downs.
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Crooked Hammock Brewery has locations in Lewes in Middletown and is serving up the perfect drink this Valentine's Day:
A limited-release stout named 'Banana Hammock.'
The brew is a Belgian-style Quadrupel brewed with bananas and cacao nibs, clocking in at a hefty 15% ABV. It can be found on draft or in 16-ounce to-go cans.
Middletown: 316 Auto Park Dr,, Middletown, (302) 601-7837. Lewes: 36707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes, (302) 664-7837; crookedhammockbrewery.com.
Edie Bee's in Lewes is the perfect spot to load up on sweets for your sweetie.
The shop sells hard candies, pretzels, gummy candy and, of course, plenty of chocolate to fuel your Valentine's Day.
Chocolate varieties include truffles, peanut butter cups, truffle fudge, salted caramel and salted peanut butter and more. Edie Bee's also sells grab bags with goodies like coconut curry cashews, malt balls and milk or dark chocolate almonds.
115 2nd St. Lewes, (302) 645-2337;
Even if you dislike Valentine's Day, you can't deny that a themed party is fun!
For all the singles out there who missed Cupid's arrow this time around, Big Chill Surf Cantina in Rehoboth is hosting a Love Stinks, Let's Drink party on Feb. 15.
Live music from Bettenroo runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., followed by a silent disco hosted by DJ Gregg until close. Throughout the night, tend to your broken heart with Valentine's Day-themed shots and cocktails.
19406 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, (302) 727-5568; www.bigchillsurfcantina.com/.
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Bing's Bake & Brew is a beloved Delaware staple for all things baked goods and tasty drinks, and its Valentine's Day offerings continue the fanfare.
Need chocolate-covered strawberries? They've got plenty of options and offer local delivery.
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Want to wow your partner with a chocolate-covered strawberry cupcake? They have that, too.
Bing's also has a pre-made Valentine's Day hot chocolate mix, complete with cocoa and marshmallows wrapped in festive ribbon.
57 S. Main St., Suite 101, Newark, (302) 751-3177; bingsbakeandbrew.com
Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@delawareonline.com.
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