Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love than by exploring Mississippi’s offerings? In this guide, you’ll find romantic spots to dine, where to find the freshest flowers, indulge in delicious desserts, sip away, and discover the perfect gift items. Our recommendations are curated from Genuine MS® members that will ensure an authentic and memorable Valentine’s Day experience. 

Dining Experiences

Mississippi is known for its warm hospitality, and there’s no shortage of romantic restaurants to set the mood for your Valentine’s Day celebration. Discover hidden gems and popular eateries that offer the perfect ambiance for a romantic dinner.  

• Food, Booze & Hiccups – “The Lot” Restaurant (Ocean Springs, MS) 
• CAET Seafood (Ridgeland, MS) 
• Local 463 (Ridgeland, MS) 
• Walker’s Drive-In (Jackson, MS)
  
• The Flora Butcher visit their social media for special dinner information (Flora, MS)

If you prefer to dine in, check out the list of Genuine MS® meat suppliers: https://genuinems.com/members/meat/ or seafood suppliers throughout the state: https://genuinems.com/members/seafood/

Fresh Blooms for Your Love

Flowers are a timeless expression of love, and Mississippi boasts an array of florists that can help you convey your feelings in the most beautiful way. Whether it’s a classic bouquet of red roses or a unique assortment of blooms, these members will ensure your gesture is as special as your love. 

• Taylor Flower Patch (Taylor, MS) 
• Flower Farm and Cottage (Madison, MS) 
• La Terre Farms (Kiln, MS)
  

Desserts to Sweeten the Day

No Valentine’s Day is complete without indulging in a dessert. Mississippi is home to bakers and chocolatiers who craft mouthwatering treats sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Surprise your significant other with an edible gift that adds a touch of decadence to your celebration. 

• Nandy’s Candy (Jackson, MS) 
• Loch Ross Farms goat milk caramels (Tylertown, MS)
• Born To Pop chocolate covered nuts and assorted popcorn flavors (Byram, MS) 
• Indianola Pecan House (Indianola, MS) 
• Flathau’s Fine Foods packaged cookies (Petal, MS) 
• The “Cup” Cake Lady (Poplarville, MS) 
• Sugaree’s Bakery (New Albany, MS)
• La Brioche Patisseriee (Jackson, MS)
• Power of the Almond gluten/sugar-free baked goods (Starkville, MS)
• Sweet Magnolia Gelato Co. (Clarksdale, MS) 
• Jubilations cheesecakes (West Point, MS) 
• Mauthe Farms cheesecakes (McComb, MS)

Mississippi Wine, Spirits, and Craft Beer to Celebrate

If you decide to stay in for dinner, accompany your meal with a Genuine MS® wine, spirits, or craft beer that’s sure to heighten any food pairing. 

• R & R Vineyard fruit wines (Greenwood Springs, MS) 
• Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company (Kiln, MS) 
• Queen’s Reward Meadery (Tupelo, MS) 
• The Oxford Falls mint julep mixer and bloody mary mixes (Salis, MS)
  

Thoughtful Gift Items

Finding the perfect gift can sometimes be a challenge, but with the help of our Genuine MS® Associate and Crafted members, you can explore local businesses that offer one of a kind and thoughtful gift items. Whether it’s custom-made jewelry, handmade crafts, or personalized keepsakes, these businesses provide a diverse range of options to help you find a gift that reflects the uniqueness of your relationship.

Not looking to travel? If you’re located in the Jackson metro area, visit our brick-and-mortar Genuine MS® Store (https://genuinems.com/genuine-ms-store/) that sells several items from the companies listed below or order one of our gift boxes online at: https://www.ms.gov/shop/genuine.

For Her: 

• The Lucky Hen (Raymond, MS) 
• Brass Belle handcrafted bullet jewelry (Water Valley, MS) 
• Enduring Links Permanent Jewelry (Jackson, MS) 
• Southern Stamped Jewelry (Seminary, MS) 
• MSmade fine jewelry (Belden, MS) 
• Gary Walters art (Jackson, MS) 
• The Merry Lapidary gem trees (Clinton, MS) 
• Ganna’s Candles (Pelahatchie, MS) 
• Magnolia Soap & Bath (Myrtle, MS) 
• Emma Wilder Farm soaps (Seminary, MS) 
• Covenant Creek Farm soaps (Belmont, MS) 
• Mississippi Miracle Clay (Verona, MS)
  

For Him: 

• Raggio Mercantile (Raymond, MS) 
• Duck Tote (Winona, MS) 
• The Fish Grip (Jackson, MS) 
• Delta Dirt Shirt (Vicksburg, MS) 
• Foreman Wood Designs (Little Rock, MS) 
• Grayson Unlimited wood creations (Yazoo City, MS) 
• Angry Dragon Customs specialty wood items (Jackson, MS) 
• JB Squared Custom Leather (Bogue Chitto, MS) 
• SidneyBlue Leather Company (Corinth, MS) 
• Delta Leather Designs (Rolling Fork, MS) 
• Luckey Town Custom Knives (Mize, MS) 
• Caston Custom Blades (Liberty MS) 
• C Mason Knives (Raymond, MS) 
  

For Everyone: 

• Genuine Mississippi® Store gift boxes (online & Jackson, MS) 
• The Mississippi Gift Company (Greenwood, MS) 
• LPF Southern Market (Morton, MS) 
• Fulmers Farmstead and General Store (Richton, MS)
• Crooked Letter (Meridian, MS) 
• Pearson Ceramics, Feathers and Flies (Clinton, MS) 
• Pitter Potter House (Mendenhall, MS) 
• Etta B Pottery (Etta, MS) 
• Heartfelt Traditions pottery (Ridgeland, MS)

Food/Drink:

• Pearl River Tea Company (Poplarville, MS)
• Yazoo Yaupon tea (Clarksdale, MS)
• Mississippi Cold Drip & Tea Co. bottled coffees and tea mixes (Jackson, MS)
• Umble Coffee Co. (Starkville, MS)
• Velvet Ditch Coffee Roasters (Oxford, MS)
• High Point Coffee Roasters (New Albany, MS)
• Campervan Coffee Roasters (Madison, MS)
• Northshore Specialty Coffee (Jackson, MS)
• Backwoods Grind Coffee Company (Pearl, MS)
• Country Pleasin’ meats and store (Florence, MS)
• Ala Carte Alice soup, dip, and dessert mixes (Louisville, MS)
• The Grumpy Man salsa, pepper jelly, and canned goods
• CJ’s Southern Seasonings (Collins, MS) 
• Bootsies Delta Funk BBQ sauce (Pope, MS) 
• Delta Ridge BBQ Sauce (Batesville, MS) 
• Wholly Fire Foods hot sauces (Hattiesburg, MS) 

This Valentine’s Day, elevate your celebration by exploring the romantic spots, fresh flowers, sweets, beverages, and thoughtful gift items that Mississippi has to offer. With the assistance of Genuine MS® and its curated list of members and associations, you’re bound to create lasting memories with your loved one in the heart of the Magnolia State.