Valentine’s Day is coming up and for some, it can be a fun holiday, but for others, it can be stressful. If you’re wondering what to get your friends or loved one for Valentine’s Day don’t worry, Dímelo has your back!
Since love is in the air, let’s show some love to small Latine-owned businesses. Gift giving shouldn’t be hard and neither should planning a dinner for that special someone. To ease those difficulty, here’s a list for the Fashion Enthusiasts, Self-Care Experts, and of course for the Foodies. Whether you’re the one giving or receiving, check out our picks!
For the Fashion Enthusiasts:
Support Viva La Bonita, an apparel brand that is Latina-owned. They are “Made for the mujeres who dream big.” Give your partner or friends a hoodie that makes them feel empowered and bonita. Hoodies range from $35 to $55 and even include youth sizes. Their streetwear style would be a great addition to your closet. They also have heart-shaped keychains, totes, and jewelry. You can find them online.
This Latina brand offers a range of products like cute and trendy jewelry, apparel and handbags. Founder, Kristine Rodriguez, designs all her clothing with sustainable materials all while empowering women. Their ‘L.A. Baby’ sweatshirt is priced at $40 and is perfect for Valentine’s Day whether you are buying it for yourself, your Valentine or your best friend! Shop here.
For the Self-Care Experts:
Earthy Corazon is a queer Chicana-owned business located just 20 minutes from USC. If you’re looking to give your loved one a soothing candle or other self-care items this is the place to check out. Here you can shop for natural soy candles and body care products. Candles can be purchased in-store or online starting at $12. A 4 oz candle is priced at $12, an 8 oz candle is priced at $26, and a 12 oz candle is $34.They also have a Corazon Gift Set priced at $50 which includes body butter, a candle, and body scrub. You can find their products online or in-store.
“Self care made for you chula,” Loquita’s Bath and Body offers products such as robes, concha bath bombs and whipped soap. They also feature therapeutic products that include essential oils. They have shower steamers, nasal inhalers, and muscle soak baths, which are the perfect essentials to unwind. This is a great option for your sweetheart because they offer gift sets, such as the Primavera Body Butter Sampler priced at $20. Loquita’s also offers an e-gift card option which is helpful if your Valentine is particular about their gifts. Shop their products online.
For The Foodie:
1. Coppelia’s Bakery and Restaurant
Located in Culver City and family owned since 1986, this unique bakery and restaurant offers flavors from Cuba and Peru. They are famously known for their sweet and spongy tres leches cake. Coppelia’s also has a quatro leches cake. If you’re looking for a sweet treat to get your crush, pre-order a sweetheart cake and chocolate covered strawberries now.
2. Pez Cantina
If you’re looking for authentic Mexican seafood, this is the place for you. This restaurant is operated by husband and wife, Chef Bret Thompson and Lucy Ramirez Thompson. They’ve brought flavors from Raimrez’s Mexican background and combined them with ‘the spirit and soul’ of Loreto, Baja California. They have ceviche, aguachiles, and fresh cuts of meat! Pez Cantina offers live music and a beautiful patio, creating a perfect dining experience for you and your friends, family, or loved one this Valentine’s Day.
We hope this helped, and remember you’re not only putting a smile on your Valentine’s face but also on those of small business owners.
¡Feliz Dia del Amor y la Amistad from Dímelo!