Pearl District Business Association News for February 3, 2009

First Thursday Feb. 5!

Live it. Love it. Best Valentine's Day Gifts in the Pearl.

A Paris Valentine's at Versailles in the Pearl

February 13, 5 pm

Jesse and Melissa of Clackamas, Oregon wanted a romantic vacation to Paris, instead they will be experiencing the next best thing. A romantic overnight stay inside Versailles in the Pearl’s showroom window where they will enjoy champagne, roses, delicious chocolates and a sumptuous Louis XIV bed compliments of the upscale French home furnishings retailer.

The young couple includes Miss Oregon/Miss USA 2008 contestant, Melissa Herman. The couple has promised to stay all night long and other romantically-inspired couples are welcome to stop by, greet Jesse and Melissa, and enjoy the festivities and chocolates, compliments of Verdun Chocolates. Versailles in the Pearl, 904 NW Hoyt, 503-222-2387.

Benson Rose City Romance Package

It's perfect for Valentine's Day with everything that you need to set the mood starting with scattered rose petals in your guest room, plus a chilled bottle of bubbly with two Benson engraved champagne flutes and a box of delicious Van Duyn chocolates. You also receive complimentary valet parking and a $20 Food and Beverage credit that you can use for Room Service or dine in the award winning London Grill. Package available February 12 - 15, 2009. Package price based on double occupancy and subject to availability. The Benson Hotel, 309 SW Broadway, 503-228-2000.

Mabel and Zora are Super Romantic!

Mabel and Zora will be offering special sales all week on great gift ideas for Valentine's Day!  We've stocked up on super romantic and unique gifts for you, your honey or a special friend! Mabel and Zora, 748 NW 11th, 503-241-5696

Pearl Women's Center Perfect Kiss

The perfect kiss starts with full, luscious lips. So go ahead and indulge yourself this Valentine’s Day with a Prevelle Silk makeover by Andrea Stapleton, RN at Pearl Women’s Center. It’s a fun, comfortable way to try on a new sexy look at half the price of other lip augmentation treatments. Call 503-771-1883 to schedule. Pearl Women's Center, 120 NW 14th Ave. #220, 503-771-1883

10% off Boxed Chocolates at Little Green Grocer

Seduce your sweetheart with the finest chocolate in town--a beautiful box of Christopher Elbow's artisanal chocolate!  This is not your ordinary box of chocolates.  Each beautifully packaged box includes the finest hand-crafted truffles made from ingredients like 100% Venezuelan bean chocolate, French lavender and Grand Marnier. Each truffle is a piece of chocolate perfection that looks as exquisite as it tastes. Gift boxes are available in 9-Piece and 16-Piece selections. Call store for availability. Little Green Grocer, 1101 NW Northrup St., 503-297-3566

Valentine’s Day Beer and Chocolate Tasting at Rogue Ales Public House & Distillery

February 14 , 5 pm

Join Rogue Ales and host Jim Paker for beer and chocolate tasting. 10 beers will be paired with 10 chocolates. Call the pub at (503) 222-5910 for more info or to purchase tickets. Admission Cost: $30 Rogue Nation Citizens, $35 Non-Citizens, $40 at the Door. Rogue Ales Public House and Distillery, 1339 NW Flanders, 503-222-5910

Kanani Pearl Spa De-stress your Valentine and You

Valentines is a special day for the spa.  On the 14th and 15th we have special services for a limited number of couples so you can have that connected feeling.  Many people treat themselves or a loved one sends them in for our island inspired spa services.  No matter whether you are alone or with someone, we make Valentines a heart-felt, aloha experience. Gift Certificates are available at the spa or online. Kanani Pearl Spa, 1111 NW Marshall St, 503-242-5500

Red Velvet Cupcakes at Cupcake Jones

Everyone's favorite cupcake, Red Velvet, is on our menu everyday in February! Call us to place your orders early for Valentine's Day and remember, WE DELIVER 7 days a week! Cupcake Jones, 307 NW 10th Avenue, 503-222-4404

Valentine's Connection in the Pearl

It's never to early to make plans for those you love most. The Pearl District has one of a kind items for your special someone. Let our Valentine specialist help you find just the right thing to say "I love you"!

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This Week in the Pearl!

Congratulations! Ten01 'Best Restaurant' by Portland Food and Drink 2008

We want to congratulate Ten01 for their title earned by Portland Food and Drink. They claim to throw themselves on the grenade of bad food to save you. This locally maintained site, offers local food reviews and hosts a consumer blog. Read the Ten01 review to learn why they received this honor. Congratulations Ten01! Ten01, 1001 NW Couch, 503.226.3463.

Peter Kummerfeldt, Survivalist at Filson Tonight!

February 3, 7 pm

Learn the top 10 things you need to know about surviving in a wilderness emergency. Peter Kummerfeldt is the president of OutdoorSafe, Inc. - an organization that conducts outdoor safety skills. Filson, 526 NW 13th Ave, 503-246-0900.

Annual Winter Sale at EWF Modern

Through February 8, 2009

Banish the winter doldrums with an IN-STOCK SALE from our warm, modern, sustainable, Organic line. We have eco-friendly beds, dressers, consoles, buffets, and a desk or two, all at 25 - 50% off list prices*.

In the spirit of saving, we're also offering promotions on some items not in-stock and up to 50% off on select accessories and bedding. Wait no more to have these stunning well-crafted pieces from our collection become mainstays in your home for years to come.

*Discount cannot be combined with other offers. In stock items only.

We're open Monday through Saturday, 11am to 6pm, and Sunday from 12 noon until 5pm.  EWF Modern, 1122 NW Glisan, 503.295.7336.