My Wilted Valentine

bpb Freebie: Indulge in a session at the Grand Hyatt’s brand new couples-only Wine Spa (read our review here), and get a juicy deal at their Christiaan Georgio salon. For this and other exclusive discounts, along with a FREE weekend guide in your inbox every Friday, enter your email in the subscription box.

bpb Exclusive: Subscribers gain access to Bonobo’s invite-only Wingman Party for Valentine’s Day. Show up with your favorite wingman (they have to be of the opposite sex) and let the games begin! Call 9820308156 to register.

bROKEN HEARTED

What: Multipurpose pocket slasher, call Rucha on 9869355416/ 65597609 or visit her stall at Times Lifestyle exhibit at Bandra Kurla Complex until Feb 21, Rs 120.

Why: If love hurts then fight back with bpb’s sharpest pick: A super-edgy steel card with saw blade, knife edge, butterfly wrench, cap and can opener, screwdriver and ruler cutouts.

When: You want to meet the love of your knife.

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What: Single on Board car stickers, Wishing Tree, Ganga Vihar, C Road, Marine Drive, call 9987173056, Rs 200.

Why: Because you’re in need of a partner, and you’re too broke to take out a full page ad. These stickers are eye-catching, funny and may actually help you score a pillion. Hey, you never know, right?

When: You need a pimp for your ride.

pOOR

What: Champagne on the cheap, The Den wine bar, Shop no 3 & 4, Prabhat Kunj, 24th Road, next to Elbo Room, Bandra (W), call 26483136, cocktails for Rs 250.

Why: The wine-steins over at brand new Den – another bpb scoop! - stock over 55 labels of vino and champagne. These are coupled with hazelnut, blue curacao, lychee and more treats to make affordable, yummy cocktails. Bpb loves: The cask-shaped tables, Chilean imports, spicy Arabiatta and alternate rock playlist.

When: You want chic for cheap: a wine-wine situation.

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What: Short Note serenading workshop, call Kunal Basu on 9819758134, see his MySpace page here, Rs 1,000 for two sessions.

Why: bpb invent! You may not have the time (or talent) to become the next John Mayer, but the guitar guru who invented Chord Wizard is giving you a shortcut to getting some. Love. Even if you’ve never held a guitar before, his two session workshop will teach you how to play your partner’s favourite love songs. You can also opt for his standard tracklist - When you Say Nothing at All, Wonderful Tonight, I’d Love you to Want Me, Stand by Me, Love Me Do.

When: You want to (almost) Pay Nothing at All.

bRIDE, CORPSE

What: Manimal graphic objects d’art, email manimal.manas@gmail.com or call 9833037966, view the Facebook group here, start at Rs 450.

Why: Because applied artist Manav Kunder’s jaggedy, Tim Burton-esque graphics are a breath of fresh air in a kitschy-rickshaw choked market. You can buy his pre-made T-shirts and bags, or better yet, have him draw on your favorite objects: vinyl records, sheath dresses, bedroom wall.

When: You want to start a pen drive.

Event Round-up: Ma Faiza spins at Valhalla on Saturday, February 13; Parachute XVI perform at Blue Frog on Saturday, February 13; and catch the Nrityagram Dance Ensemble at the Kala Ghoda Amphitheatre on Sunday, February 14.