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If you're searching for something truly unique, then make your way to the Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market. This festival, held every March, welcomes the warmer season with an incredible selection of items that include fine arts, hand crafted jewelry, wood, glass, photography, candles, woven baskets, clothing, toys, folk art and specialty food, among many other items. The event happens at the Virginia Beach Convention Center from Friday through Sunday and its efforts benefit the work of the Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia.

The two of you will enjoy escaping the present and journeying to Virginia Beach's dramatic past when you plan a romantic date at the Francis Land House Historic Site. This is a 200-year-old plantation home that has been restored down to the last detail and is open for guided tours and special events. Each room in the house is decorated to reflect the furniture and other items of the period, complete with stunning antiques and reproductions that offer visitors a rare opportunity to peer into how the gentry class of the area used to live.

Creating a gourmet meal in your own kitchen doesn't have to be a challenge. Just visit the highly knowledgeable pros at Bella Monte International Marketplace & Cafe for a little guidance. They can advise you on which of their many fine products will help you create any dish. The store features an extensive selection of imported cheeses, wines, olive oils, meats, flavored vinegars, sauces and more. Plus, a stunning selection of cookware will offer you the right tools to create a gourmet masterpiece in no time. The store also features a deli and restaurant if you prefer to have someone else do the cooking!