Galentine’s Day: How a Made-Up Holiday Became a Celebration of Female Friendships

Romance isn’t the only thing you should be focusing on this February. Galentine’s day is just all about celebrating ladies. 

Between multiple Valentine’s day commercials and romantic movies, it can be easy to forget that true love isn’t only between lovers. Love is also about the ladies who have been there for you through your ups and downs- the ones who text you and congratulate you when you start a new job, the ones that bring you chocolate and flowers after a bad breakup, and the ones who are just generally there for you when you need that certain someone at 2 a.m.

So where did the idea of Galentine’s day come from?
Ever wish you could live in some of your favorite TV shows? Galentine’s Day will bring you one step closer to living your sitcom dreams, as it was “invented” by Leslie Knope, the fictional mayor of a small town on the show Parks and Recreation who was played by the hilarious Amy Poehler. It started as one of Leslie’s many mini holidays but took on a life of its own because the message resonated with women in real life.

What should you do on Galentine’s day? 
Celebrate one another. As you enter adulthood, it’s hard to focus on your friends as much as you used to. Between jobs, relationships, children and much more, friends seem to come last but that doesn’t have to be the reality with Galentine’s day and any other day. So, go out for dinner, have movie nights, spa days and reflection days with your gal pals. 

Some of your must try spots for your Galentine’s day:

LUNGOVITA BEACH RETREAT
Offering for one night only! 

• A relaxing one night stay at Lungovita Beach Retreat in the accommodation of your choice.
• Access to all on site amenities including our year round luxury saunas and hot tubs.
• Your choice of reservation time and 3 course Island View meal from a select menu by Viewpointe Estate Winery located right next door.
• A complimentary glass of Viewpoint Sparkling Chardonnay exclusively used for special occasions.

www.lungovita.com

NORTH 42 VALENTINE’S DAY MENU
February 10-11 & 13-14. Whether you’re celebrating with the love of your life, your best friends, parents or children, come to North 42 to share good times and fine wines. Chef Dave and our culinary team have created an awesome dinner menu that will tantalize your taste buds for this special day. Book table by via phone.
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North 42 Degrees Estate Winery
130 County Road 50, Harrow
519-738-6111


THE RUSTIC TABLE BAR AND GRILL 
This one is for the BOOKS!
This chiq and cozy restaurant location in Tecumseh is the perfect getaway restaurant where you can get incredible food, incredible prices and one beautiful atmosphere. Not only is the food to die for, but the service is incredible and on top of all of it, everything is locally sourced.

You need to check them out!
www.therustictablebarandgrill.com