Emilee Prado
After a year of isolating and many meals spent at home, a CVS run to grab a bag of Lindt Lindor chocolates will not cut it this Valentine’s Day. Thankfully, you don’t have to travel far to plan a luxurious romantic excursion. With a plethora of sophisticated bar programs, restaurants and sweet stops, stick around Southlake on February 14 to enjoy a relaxing staycation.
Southlake Town Square’s new watering hole, Moxie’s, offers refined bites, elegant drinks and a swanky ambiance all under one roof. Since opening last September, the globally inspired dining destination has brought people near and far together to enjoy a lavish foodie experience. For those stopping in for drinks, revel in its boujee boozy creations, like the Whiskey Smash — Maker’s Mark Whisky, mint, pineapple and fresh lemon. Or sip on one of its hand-shaken margaritas to start the night off with a bang. Pair your first round with a chic shareable, like its Korean Cauliflower — tempura-battered and served with a hot sauce and jalapeno lime sauce — or its pork potstickers served with chili ponzu and fresh pineapple salsa.
Sky Creek Kitchen + Bar at Delta Hotels by Mariott
For a complete elevated staycation, make a reservation at the Delta Hotels by Mariott. After checking in, book a table at Sky Creek Kitchen + Bar. Inspired by classic yet elevated Texan cuisine and Southwestern flavors, its dinner menu provides a little something for everyone. Sky Creek Kitchen + Bar offers various proteins from Heart Brand Texas Akaushi and Creekstone Farms, so guests should expect quality cuts when they order a steak. Classic comfort food fanatics should try the barbecue chicken, served with loaded mashed potatoes, sauteed green beans, braised cipollini onion and apple butter marmalade. Spice enthusiasts, on the other hand, can look forward to the ancho chile sorghum-glazed lamb shank, served with fried okra and creamy jalapeno grits. But no matter what posh entree you select, it’s sure to be served with precise plating and come with quality service.
There’s nothing like a freshly baked dessert at the end of the evening, so sneak in an indulgent treat at Crumbl Cookies to round out your date night. The luxury cookie company offers four speciality flavors each week, rotating between rich options like hot chocolate to saltier varieties like sea salt toffee. But it also consistently carries its classics: milk chocolate chip and chilled sugar cookies. The cookie destination also offers velvety ice cream by the half-pint. Whether you try the lemon poppyseed or the churro, there’s a spoonful of goodness just waiting to be tasted. Plus, Crumbl Cookies offers delivery and curbside, so you can have these warm baked goods brought straight to your door.