With less than a week until Valentine’s Day, the push is on for both florists and chocolatiers.
“We’re dunking chocolates, we’re making hearts, we’re making mother hearts and love bars like crazy,” said Alyson MacLeod, executive director of the Sweet Change, a Chocolate Company.
We’re really excited for people coming out.”
Celebrating can be pricey, with flowers, chocolates, and gifts all a part of the tradition for many.
The average Ontarian plans to spend an average of $104, according to a national survey.
Those we spoke to in the Sault said for the most part, they don't focus on the price of what they get for their special someone.
“I wasn’t worried too much about the price,” one person said.
“I plan on purchasing some flowers and chocolates for my girlfriend and flowers and chocolates for my mom, as well.”
“We splurge – ha ha don’t really have a budget for it I don’t think,” said another
“It’s basically like that special day so you’re not really going to put your mind to it, you’re putting your heart into it instead.”
But some refrain, saying they shy away from celebrating the day and its expensive ways on principle.
“My friend is getting married this year and I’m going to teach her right,” another person said.
“You can have a special day any day of the week, the month, the year. But you don’t have to have a special date just to get a gift.”
Valentine’s Day sits just behind Mother’s Day as the busiest time of year for florists.
Thousands of flowers will be purchased at shops like Tamar’s Trends Flower Shop in advance of Tuesday. Florists warn people, the most popular items go quickly.
“Why wait is what I say, said Tamar Tucker of Tamar’s Trends Flower Shop.
“We can write down an order and hang on to it so that you can come in and it will be ready for you. If you do want to wait, your chances are limited of getting exactly what you want.”
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