Shop Local For Special Gifts Filled With Love For Valentine's Day

From gifts and cards to cocktails and dinner, consumers are expected to spend an average $200 on Valentine's Day.  If you are going to spend on the Day of Hearts, why not take the opportunity to shop locally?  Parma Heights is home to creative and caring people who run thoughtful businesses. Many of them pouring money back into the community.  So here's a few suggestions of purpose driven places to shop locally all across the city:

A bouquet and card from family owned and operated Sunshine Flowers, (6230 Stumph, 440-884-4550) makes for a classic Valentine's Day gift. And they offer walk-in, pick up or delivery of flowers.  Right next door is Lydia's Hungarian Strudel Shop (6230 Stumph, 440-885-2600).  Ever try their double chocolate torte?  Tiramisu? Or their sweet and savory strudel? Grab some chocolatey goodness and call the store to put an order ahead of Valentine's Day.

Village Cards & Gifts (6643 Pearl Rd. 440-884-2331) has some of the best Valentine gifts.  Huggable plush animals, a collection of fashion jewelry and accessories for under $30 that will have your fashionista blushing! and a vast assortment of serious and humorous cards to make a lasting impression.

Valentine's Day is right around the corner. Let's show some love for our small business owners by shopping for gifts locally.