Starting today, Patch will run a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.  

You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more.

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Patch Picks: Valentine's Day

Flowers

Floral Expressions and Gifts provides a wide selection of floral arrangements, gifts and just about anything else you might need to celebrate Valentine's Day. Stop in or order directly from their website.

If you can't make it downtown Flowers in the Country will also be able to fulfill your romantic gesture. Located on Merchants Drive, is selling Valentine's bouquets for as lows as $35. You can also order directly from their website.

Fine wine

Fox Valley Winery is the obvious choice for the best in locally made wine. The winery is one of the state's premier boutique wineries. From its vineyards 22 miles from Oswego, Fox Valley Winery creates wines for nearly every palate. Pick up a bottle or two for that romantic evening.

Fine dining

Just a short drive from Oswego, Blackstone Bar and Grill in Yorkville offers a romantic evening for couples looking for some hearty American fare. Have a seat next to the fireplace and order a bottle of wine from their extensive list.

Always a local favorite, Tap House Grill offers about the most romantic spot in Oswego. Tap House's menu offers a unique twist on standard American food and tons of great hand-crafted beers.