Are you looking for something local and unique for your loved one or yourself this Valentine’s Day? TechTown put together a list of gifts and promotions from ten of our alums that wouldn’t mind receiving ourselves (hint hint)!
1. Love Travel Imports
Buy a horn heart key ring, and get a free love notecard!
Made with love in Haiti, no two is alike. $22.
2. Motor City Popcorn
A different kind of sweet treat … Don’t miss out on this special Valentine’s Day flavor mix.
3. ILERA Apothecary
What is better than giving something to your loved one while also contributing to charity? Get this special bundle, and 10% goes to Focus Hope for the month of February.
Plant base for radiant skin. $69.99
4. Creme Brulee Salon
Your loved one will remember you all day while they smell the scents of this luxurious gift set. A $150 value for $100 for a limited time.
For yourself or your loved one. $100
5. Bouncing Around the Motor City
Go big with your show of affection with balloons. You know you’ve seen them on yards this pandemic.
Seasonal stuffed balloons featuring roses, stuffed bears and wine. Customized lettering available. Assorted prices here.
6. Art in Motion
Live out that scene from the movie “Ghost” staring Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze with a ceramic date night for $100 per couple.
Champagne, roses, cupcakes? They have thought of everything! $100
7. InkCourage
This is a gift you can give to anyone on your list at every budget. Check out the full Valentine’s collection here.
Varied $
8. Mongers Provisions
Maybe your sweetie has a taste for the sweet and salty. Mix it up with Mongers Provisions or artisanal goodies for various budgets.
See full collection here.
9. Sweet Potato Delights
Did you know Sweet Potato Delights founder Dr. Velonda has a background in health care? Send a sweet treat to your love one while also thinking about their health. February specials include cherry cheesecake and trail mix cookies (4-pack).
Purchase at the virtual Romantic Art Fair here.
10. Sweet Thoughts
Elevate your chocolate game with hand painted chocolates by an award winning chocolatier.
The above vendors are all clients or alumni of TechTown’s Retail Boot Camp. If you or someone you know is interested in opening a brick-and-mortar location in Detroit, Hamtramk or Highland Park, stay tuned for Retail Boot Camp applications opening Feb. 15!