Valentine's Day: RivCo Event & Dining Guide 2020

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA — It's that time of year to wear your heart on your sleeve! Valentine's Day 2020 falls on Friday, Feb. 14, and it's time to start planning.

Area chefs and restaurants are pulling out all the stops with prix-fixe menus, specialty cocktails and desserts. Patch has rounded up some of of the Inland Empire's stand-out dining offerings, from upscale to the relaxed, plus such treats as chocolate-covered strawberries, a "Love Potion" cocktail and a "Breadstick Bouquet."

Looking for fun things to do? We've got a slew of those, too, including a "Hollywood Valentine" cabaret show, candle crafts, a Valentine murder mystery and an "Ariel & Eric" Valentine's party for little ones. And if you're considering tying the knot, how about a group wedding on Heritage Hill?

Enjoy, and Happy Valentine's Day, from Patch!
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ART BY INNA GALLERY, 39825 Alta Murrieta Drive, Murrieta, CA

Feb. 12: Paint & Sip with Debra Gayle. "All supplies and wine included. Master painter Debra Gayle will lead you in the painting of this fine art masterpiece to take home in time for Valentine’s Day." Details.

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ARTHUR NEWMAN THEATRE, Cabaret On Sundays Series, 73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA

Feb. 9: 'Hollywood Valentine' Starring David Bader. "If you missed his sold out show at AJ’s on the Green or you have yet to see him as the special guest of Keisha D on Monday evenings at the legendary Purple Room, here’s a chance to enjoy a wonderful Sunday with David performing love songs that honor Valentine's day." $15 cash at the door. Details.

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AVALON HOTEL & BUNGALOWS, 415 S. Belardo Road, Palm Springs, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine’s Day at Chi Chi. "Love is in the air.. and in the food! Come enjoy a romantic, three-course meal at Chi Chi. $64 per person." Reservation & menu details here.

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BAILY'S OLD TOWN, 28699 Old Town Front St., Temecula, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's 2020. "Baily's is a top choice to treat you and your date for an evening of dinner and drinks in a romantic setting. The four-course dinner features a choice of appetizer, choice of soup or salad, choice of entree and choice of dessert. Each guest also receives a glass of sparkling wine. After dinner, guests will receive complementary entry to Baily's Nightclub for a night of fun and dancing." Details.

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BATCH MEAD, 42225 Remington Ave., Temecula, CA

Feb. 15: Lover's Pop-Up Market. "Let's keep pouring the love into the weekend with our Lover's Pop-Up Market! We'll have several vendor booths including bath + body, home decor, clothing + accessories, jewelry and baked goods! Enjoy a glass of mead or hard cider while you shop!" Details.

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BELLATRIX RESTAURANT, 75-200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Desert, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Day Dinner. "Bring your sweetheart or group of friends to experience a four- course meal created by our award-winning Chef, Gerard Brunett." $65 per person. Details.

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CALLAWAY VINEYARD & WINERY, 32720 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Dinner - Meritage at Callaway. "We invite you to join us this Valentine’s Day to experience the work of heart that our Executive Chef, Anthony Bar, has created for this very intimate evening by indulging in a delightful four-course dinner accompanied by live music. A wine-pairing option is available." Reservation & menu details here.

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CJ'S SPORTS GRILL & TURF CLUB, 20930 Malaga Road, Lake Elsinore, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Day Dinner. Three-course dinner planned. $30 per person. Details.

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CONTOUR DERMATOLOGY and COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER, 46080 Jefferson St., La Quinta, CA

Feb. 14: Juvéderm Fillers Valentine's Day Lunch and Learn. "Contour Dermatology invites you to a special Valentine’s Day Lunch and Learn 'For the Love of Fillers' at our La Quinta Office. Come learn what each of the Juvéderm line of fillers excels at. You’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by a presentation with Q&A at 11:45 a.m. We’ll also be giving away some exciting raffle prizes and everyone who attends can receive 15 percent off any Juvéderm fillers this day. Please bring a $10 donation to benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of Coachella Valley. RSVP. " Details.

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CREATIVE CONNECTIONS, 29005 Lakehouse Road, Temecula, CA

Feb. 14: Crafting With Cocktails. "Calling couples, Galentines and lonely hearts for a unique evening at Crafting with Cocktails. We will craft, chat, drink and play trivia. Prize for the winner of the trivia match." Details.

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DOFFO WINERY, 36083 Summitville St., Temecula, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Wine Pairing Dinner. "Spend the evening at Doffo as we celebrate the most romantic day of the year, Valentine’s Day! On Friday, February 14th, 2020 at 7 p.m., enjoy four mouthwatering courses, each paired with a specially selected Doffo wine at an intimate, candlelit table for two. Space is limited so reserve your tickets today!" Details.

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DRINGK EATERY + BAR, 71800 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA

Feb. 7: Candle Crafting & Cocktails. "Join us for this unique class at Dringk for a crafty hour! ... Each participant will receive: one candle-crafting experience with a make-and-take custom- scented and colored soy candle! One complimentary beverage (Choose the following: beer, house wine, sangria, margarita or White Claw)." Details here.

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EUREKA!

• Indian Wells: 74985 California 111, Indian Wells, CA 92210
• Redlands: 345 W. Pearl Ave., Redlands, CA 92374

From Thursday, Feb. 6 through Sunday, Feb. 16, the all-American restaurant will serve a special "Love Potion" cocktail, made with gin, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, Eureka!'s Signature Lavender Iced Tea, Grand Poppy Liqueur, rose water bitters, lemon bitters, rimmed with rose sugar and garnished with a cosmo flower. Adding to the "love is in the air" season, Eureka! is hosting "Love Potion Cocktail Classes," an interactive dining experience — perfect for couples or a girl's night out. Participants create the specialty cocktail, enjoy appetizers and leave with Valentine's Day treats and swag. Tickets are $25 through Eventbrite links below.

Tuesday, Feb. 11 -6:30 p.m: Love Potion Cocktail Class at Eureka! Redlands (ticket link here) and Indian Wells (ticket link here).

--Photo credit: Eureka!

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FALKNER WINERY, 40620 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA

Feb. 9: Valentine's 'Cork Heart Wall Art' Craft. "An open canvas is the best way to paint your picture of perfect love! Includes a glass of champagne, all your painting supplies needed and your corks. ... The perfect Valentine's git for your loved one! " Details.

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FALKNER WINERY, 40620 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA

Feb. 14-15: Valentine's Dinner at Pinnacle. "Falkner Winery will host a romantic evening with a four-course Valentine’s Wine Dinner in their award-winning restaurant in Temecula. The dinner will include individual wine pairings of the Falkner’s best wines with each course in this panoramic, hill-top location. The dinner will also include live entertainment. All food will be prepared under the direction of Executive Chef Jason Barradas." Details.

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FRENCH VALLEY CAFE, 37600 Sky Canyon Drive, Murrieta, Ca

Feb. 14: Valentine's Dinner. "The French Valley Cafe is a great place to spend your Valentine's Day... We will have a Valentines Special Menu for two from 4 p.m.to closing... Reservations are recommended. Along with a fabulous dinner, we will have live entertainment by Apryle Delmacio." Details.

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GELSON'S: 36101 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270.

Whether you're cooking to impress or adding some romance with hand-dipped chocolate strawberries and long-stemmed red roses, Gelson's has you covered. Keep it simple and shop for Certified Angus Beef® Choice Boneless New York Strip Steak & Lobster Tail "Surf n Turf" or Certified Angus Beef® Prime Porterhouse or T-Bone "Steak for Two." Or place an order for hand-dipped chocolate strawberries. Last day to order is Feb. 12. Also available to complete the evening: Pick up roses and tulips or choose from a selection of Rosés and Champagnes.

--Photo via Gelson's

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HERITAGE HILL, 28701 Los Alamos Heights Road, Murrieta, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Day Group Wedding. "We know Valentine's day is special and expensive! We are offering a mass wedding on this special day for you and up to 10 guest. This will include your ceremony by Pastor Reggie, champagne toast and portrait picture. All performed on the iconic Heritage Hill. Cost is $500." Details.

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HIGHLAND SPRINGS RANCH & INN, 10600 Highland Springs Ave., Cherry Valley, CA

Feb. 14-15: Valentine's Dinner. A four-course dinner with such menu options as Grass-Fed New York Steak and Jumbo Shrimp, Roasted Golden Beet Steak and Curried Cauliflower Soup. Cap off the night with Creamy Chocolate Cake with 123 Farm strawberries, vanilla anglaise. Details.

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JIVA [jee-vuh], 71800 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Candles & Mimosas. "Join us for our Candle Crafting event with a complimentary mimosa!" Details.

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KILLARNEY'S RESTAURANT & IRISH PUB, 32475 Temecula Pkwy, Temecula, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Day at Killarney's. "Bring your favorite Valentine in to the best Irish Pub in town! Appetizer, salad, two meals & two drinks and one Donut Bar donut - $49.99 per couple. Play the 'Not So Newlywed Game.' WIN a Meal for two! One lucky couple will win a free meal! Play our 'Who Knows Their Spouse Game,' and the couple with the most correct answers wins! *Dinner for two will be good for next visit. Details.

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THE LINKS AT SUMMERLY, 29381 Village Pkwy, Lake Elsinore, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Day Dinner. "Join us for a romantic Valentine's dinner. Enjoy options from our pre-fixed, three-course menu. Choose between NY Strip Steak, Marinated Chicken Breast with sun dried tomato cream sauce & Pasta Primavera. Includes a glass of champagne and dessert. $60 per couple+(plus tax)." Booking details.

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LITTLE RED BARN PLAYGROUND, 33050 Antelope Road, Murrieta, CA

Feb. 8: Valentine's Day Party with Ariel & Eric. "Bring your Princesses & Princes, the most romantic couple is coming to the barn for Valentine's Day! Join Little Mermaid couple Ariel & Eric for our big Valentine's Day party on February the 8th for singing, story time, games & more!" Details.

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LORIMAR WINERY, 39990 Anza Road, Temecula, CA

Feb. 13: Valentine's Dinner. "Celebrate with your Valentine at Lorimar Winery with a sparkling greeting, four course, prix-fixe dinner for two, and bottle of Lorimar Wine! $160 per couple* / $144 per Wine Club Couple* Seating is very limited as this event will be inside." Details & reservation info.

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THE MERC, 42051 Main St., Temecula, CA

Feb. 7: Pre-Valentine's Art Off The Walls. "Avoid the crowds and celebrate Valentine’s Day early with a splendid evening of art, culture, and entertainment at the multi-award-winning Art Off The Walls. This free First Friday art show includes an artist reception, a multi-artists display, complimentary refreshments, and live entertainment on February 7, 2020, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm in The Merc (42051 Main Street). Continue the evening in the cabaret-side of The Merc and at The Lot on Main, for a display of more original works of art. Enjoy sweet treats, creative conversations with artists of diverse mediums, and live entertainment by musicians, Bob Bozonelos and Shay & Co." Details.

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MOST VALUABLE PIZZA, 41539 Kalmia St., Murrieta, CA

Feb. 9: Valentine's Day Heart-Painting Party. "Misty with Van-A-GoGo will walk you through creating and painting your Valentine's Day Heart, and she will also instruct on how to create the Love or Love You To The Moon and Back background! Feel free to customize your writing in any way that you want!" Details.

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OLIVE GARDEN: Find your nearest location here.

If your love loves Olive Garden, the "Olive Garden Breadstick Bouquet" may be the way to go! The one-of-a-kind gift is available in-restaurant for the first time starting Feb. 13. The bouquet pairs perfectly with never-before-seen Chocolate Mint Boxes for your after-dinner mints. The bouquet wrappers and chocolate boxes will be included in Olive Garden's special Valentine's Day ToGo Dinner for Two: three courses starting at $35. The wrappers are available in-restaurant while supplies last as part of the Valentine's Day ToGo Dinner for Two, so hurry in! If you want to snag the wrappers in advance, the Breadstick Bouquet wrappers are also available for download on Olive Garden's website.

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PAVILION, 401 S. Pavilion Way, Palm Springs, CA

Feb. 11: Pre-Valentine's Dance & Dance Lesson. Enjoy lessons & dance with DJ. Hosted by the Desert Swing Dance Club. Details.

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PHEARLESS ART STUDIO, 22455 Alessandro Blvd., Moreno Valley, CA

Feb. 14: His & Hers Sip & Paint. " All attendees will receive instructions on how to recreate their own masterpiece. No experience needed. All art supplies will be provided." Details.

Feb. 16: "I Love You More," Sip & Paint. "Just because it feels good. Paint nights are not only therapeutic but very cool and cheaper than retail therapy. Make new friends. Hear good music. Sip some wine and create something beautiful. Please join us for our "I Love You More," Sip and Paint happening Sunday, February 16 at 4pm." Details.

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PROABITION WHISKEY LOUNGE & KITCHEN, 3597 Main St., Riverside, CA

Feb. 14: Murder Mystery: A Valentine's Dinner & Show. "Make this romantic evening a little extra fun by joining us for our highly requested Murder Mystery Dinner & Show on Valentines Day! Feast on the best three- course dinner. The show will be featuring live actors PLUS two showings available!" Details.

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ST. THOMAS OF CANTERBURY ESPISCOPAL CHURCH & SCHOOL, Temecula, CA

Feb. 15: 8th Annual Sweetheart Car Show. "Hotrods, classic cars, muscle cars, vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles from around SoCal. FREE ADMISSION to walk the show, or register to show off your vehicle and compete for awards (early bird discount for pre-registration). Event t-shirts, prizes, bouncy castle for kids, food & fun for the whole family in a pet-friendly environment." Details.

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SANTA ROSA-SAN JACINTO MOUNTAINS NATIONAL MONUMENT, 51-500 California 74, Palm Desert, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Day Hike. "Love is in the air and on the trails. Learn about the love lives of desert flora and fauna and enjoy a morning hike in the romantic Santa Rosa Mountains. Come as a couple or on your own! Special Valentines will be provided to give to a loved one or a new friend you meet on the trail. Your tax deductible donations are appreciated and encouraged. Sorry, no dogs allowed.RSVP required."More info.

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THORNTON WINERY, 32575 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA

Feb. 14: Valentine's Day Dinner. "Looking for the perfect Valentine’s dinner? Join us for a three- course meal and a little treat for your sweet. Give this gift to someone special and enjoy a memorable evening. Don’t delay, selling out fast. Live music!" Details.

Feb. 16: Valentine's Brunch. "On February 16th, Cafe Champagne will continue to celebrate Valentine's day with some great Brunch specials along with our regular menu." Details.

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VAIL HEADQUARTERS, 32115 Temecula Pkwy, Temecula, CA

Feb. 16: Sweetheart Jamoboree. "Jump back into the 1950's for one night evening edition of Sunday Funday! FREE attendance for all!" Details.

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THE VINE WINE BAR, 74868 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA

Feb. 13: Galantine's Day. "Whether you're single as a Pringle or a beauty with a beast, it’s time to celebrate the power of gal pals! Join us for this fun, interactive babe night and strut your stuff in your sexiest Stilettos because they’ll be a shoe show to vote on the most dazzling daggers that your heels can swagger." Details.

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THE VINE WINE BAR, 74868 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA

Feb. 14: Love Potion #VINE. "Join us for a deliciously romantic evening filled with fun, the cool vibes of Vinny Berry, dreamy chocolate and fine wine. Love Spells, Fine Wine & Chocolate 5-9 pm. Music 7-10 pm." Details.

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WILDLAND IMAGES GALLERY, 38561 Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen, CA

Feb. 15: Artsy Date - In Oak Glen. "February 15th is Valentines Day Weekend. It's the Saturday from 1-6 in the afternoon. Grab a loved one, turn the news off, take a drive to the mountains and come visit with Jernn and I at The Gallery and mingle with some of our friends, savor a snack in a napkin and a glass of apple cider, listen to a few inspiring words while witnessing our paintings on a personal level." Details.