Love is in the air and this Valentine’s Day is no different from years gone by when friends, families and lovers indulge each other.
The pandemic hasn’t slowed flower sales at Funky Petals in Kelowna, where a dozen roses are a time-honored tradition.
“We’ve just been preparing since early January,” said Louise MacLeod, owner and florist at Funky Petals.
“Orders came in today and yesterday. Usually, Valentine’s Day isn’t very busy on a Sunday, but because of the pandemic, it was very busy.”
MacLeod had to take on a separate room to store the thousands of flowers that can be bundled into a bouquet.
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Karat Chocolates sweetens the deal this Valentine’s Day weekend and makes shoppers fall in love at first sight.
“We feel very blessed for us,” said Amanda Helman, Karat Chocolate.
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“In any case, the Support Local movement helped us grow and prosper, but this Valentine’s Day was especially busy.”
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Card makers are finding ways to say “I love you” amid COVID-19
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The smile that diamonds bring is a heavenly game at JK Schmidt Jewelers.
“People are here and not necessarily traveling, so it’s nice that they can buy something that they can remember,” said Krista Schmidt.
“Hearts are always very popular.”
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Many things were canceled during the year, but one thing is for sure, sure to pamper those you love – sure not.
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