Valentine’s Day gifts are tricky, because gifts on this day seem to imply so much more than gifts given on any random Tuesday. Whether you’re buying for girlfriends or just friends, the woman you just met or the woman you’ve been with for 50 years, here are a few suggestions for successful Valentine’s Day gift giving. Flowers Flowers are the gold standard of Valentine’s Day gifts, but they don’t necessarily have to be given out of undying love. Various rose colors have different meanings (yellow, for example, signifies friendship). Roses are the classic, but if you have a daisy lover or tulip…

A great Valentine’s Day date has to end with the perfect night cap. Here are a few options throughout the region where you and your special someone can top off the night with a drink or two. Hint: It does not involve Town Tavern on the South Side or Rumshakers—those are both great bars, don't get me wrong, but hey, there's a time and a place for everything! Cain’s Saloon – Dormont, 3239 West Liberty Ave. A favorite along West Liberty Avenue, Cain’s Saloon offers a classic bar room atmosphere with great bar food to match. Cain’s is open until 2 a.m., so if your Valentine’s Day dinner runs late…

Women love a man who can cook! Let's face it, if you're married or dating someone, chances are your lady is the one doing the cooking. If you're the cook, we're jealous!There's something romantic about when a man makes us a home-cooked meal. When my boyfriend cooks for me, my instinct is to try to help out. When he tells me to sit down and relax, it makes me feel special.So guys, instead of going out to a crowded restaurant, make Valentine's Day a special evening at home. Dress up and have music playing in the background!As far as a meal, I'd suggested personalizing it a little bit. Do you …

Whether you're spending Tuesday evening with your significant other, or a group of friends and loved ones, there are quite a few flicks (classic and new) fitting for the holiday. We've compiled a list of 15 Valentine's Day movie suggestions—including the obvious "Valentine's Day," which debuted in 2010. There are many romantic comedies and love-story films to choose. This was tough! As always, we encourage you to participate. Post your favorites in the comments! It's Complicated Something's Gotta Give The Notebook Serendipity Love Actually A Good Year (for the wine lovers, too) Valentine's …

A night out, a dozen roses, a nice piece of jewelry, a thoughtful Valentine's Day card—these are all expected of you on this special holiday, men. Spice things up a bit this year and make a special playlist to play in the background of a dinner at home or the drive to the restaurant. Go old school, burn the playlist to a CD and wrap it up as a gift so your special someone has something she can pop in while she's driving to work the next day. Sure, it's a great idea you say, but what songs are going to win the heart of your Valentine? Take a moment and think, guys. What songs have a special …

To use a sports cliché: Writing a Valentine’s Day card message can be a tough place to play. One of my ex-boyfriends proved that when he signed his with “Smiles, Johnny” (name changed to protect the clueless). Smiles? Yes, “Smiles.” And as any lady will tell you: That just doesn’t cut it. So as a quote and poetry fanatic, I decided to help you gentlemen out with your cards this year. Below are some suggestions for you when you take a pen to Hallmark Card this Valentine’s Day: If She Loves Poetry While there are many quotes out there for the poets among us, I recommend this one, which I …