Did you know that the first Ice Cream soda was created right here in Elizabeth?
The story goes that on a very hot day back in 1858, a local banker complained to the proprietor of a soda and ice cream saloon in Port Elizabeth that his drink was too warm. The owner decided to add a spoonful of ice cream to the gentleman’s sarsaparilla. The new concoction was refreshing, tasty and an instant hit…thus was born the ice cream soda.
And so with Valentine’s Day approaching, nothing says love more than sharing an ice cream soda while staring into the eyes of someone special. Speaking of that someone special ….
Come on down to Elizabeth Avenue this Valentine’s Day for that perfect gift idea, dinner choice or bakery item. If it’s jewelry, than look no further than Elizabeth Avenue; Leonardo Jewelers, Salermo Jewelers anchor a great destination for jewelry, watches and gems. M&S and Ortiz Jewelers also offer some great selections. Flowers you say? Well a large variety of florists exist including, Cupido Florist, Linda’s Florist & Gifts and Magley’s Florist have some beautiful arrangements while great cards, balloons, gifts and candy can be picked up at Linda’s and Colton’s Pharmacy and gift shop as well.
For a beautiful dinner, the entire city abounds with great restaurants but some of the ‘best kept secrets’ are located on Elizabeth Avenue. From authentic Mexican to South American, Italian, Spanish and American the choices are plentiful. The variety of cuisine spans the globe, and is a virtual smorgasboard of international delights. Take your date to La Cabana for the best Mexican cuisine in town, Alvarez Café, Rancho Mateo, O Teimoso are also great options, while Manolo’s is considered the best in town.
For those with “Sweet Tooths”, delicious pastries and cakes are available at one of the many bakeries that abound on Elizabeth Avenue. Whether it be Portuguese, Italian, or South American, the choices are endless. Bella Palermo, Caribe Bakery, Oasis Pastry Shop, Carlotos Bakery, Elizabeth Bakery, La Palmita, Antojitos Y Mas round out an amazing selection of tasty treats.
Planning a surprise trip perhaps? Well, stop on down to one of the many travel agencies and make arrangements for that special vacation your loved one will never forget!
Or… perhaps the most romantic of all....eating a couple of franks with the works from Jerry's while sitting at Cannon Square.
So for great bargains, merchandise and personal service, come on down to Elizabeth Avenue and discover the great selection of items, food choices and gifts, not to mention the 3 ½ percent sales tax at participating Urban Enterprise Zone stores.
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