By Christopher Gomez | Little Italy News

The month of love, hearts and romance is around the corner. Plan your magical night in Little Italy San Diego. Spend the evening strolling twinkle lighted streets with a picturesque atmosphere while indulging in some of the best Italian food and wine in all of San Diego.

Listed below are the top five reasons why the Little Italy neighborhood is the best place to spend your Valentine’s Day weekend with your significant other.

1. City’s best culinary scene: Little Italy has plenty of amazing restaurants to choose from that are guaranteed to impress your date, from authentic Italian food to trendsetting hot spots. Have a candlelight dinner while eating some delicious cuisine and drinking tasteful wines as you get cozy with your sweetheart on the outside café tables — it’s sure to set the scene for a romantic evening.
2. Picturesque atmosphere: There’s nothing like being in the Little Italy neighborhood at twilight. Take your love for a stroll as the sun sets over the Bay and the sky’s horizon peaks of purples and blues. Take a pit stop at one of the corner piazzas and soak in the beauty of the evening as you hold your loved one close.
3. Personal gifts: There are so many unique shops in Little Italy where you can find hand-made jewelry, fashion accessories, pieces of art, fresh cut flowers, and much more. Take a walk up Fir Street to the cottages or up to northern Little Italy to find your Valentine a special gift.
4. Romance is all around: Get a feel of one of the most romantic places in the world without the jetlag. Experience the Italian culture all around you, take your loved one’s hand and kiss them on the cheek — have the chance to show them how you feel while being surrounded by an authentic representation of Italia.
5. Hear the language of love: As you are out and about in the neighborhood, you are guaranteed to hear some Italian echoing through the streets. Embrace the beautiful language as you are greeted when you walk into a local café or eatery — you can’t find that charm anywhere else. Don’t be afraid to show off your Italian by responding with “Buona sera!” or “Ciao Bella!”

The Little Italy neighborhood is the perfect place to take your date on Feb. 14!

—Christopher Gomez has been Little Italy’s district manager for the past 15 years. Along with the Chief Executive Administrator Marco Li Mandri and the board members of the Little Italy Association, Chris has helped develop and maintain the community since 2000. Reach him at [email protected].