“Dear Reader: February is a great time for looking forward and with St. Valentine’s day as its centrepiece, it’s impossible not to think of things romantic. So in this shortest of months, Eastlife will fill your hearts with great ideas about how to spoil the one you cherish. Be that an intimate meal for two, a romantic trip, or an exquisite gift that will make your loved one feel so very special. You won’t want to miss out on our writers’ recommendations! Elsewhere we look at the perfect wedding venue, Essex’s finest schools, some great style tips and all your regular favourites, such as arts and gardening! And if you enjoy reading our features you will be pleased to hear we have plenty more online at www.eastlife.co.uk, including a service that allows you to upload your own events entirely for free. Enjoy the site, enjoy this issue, and more importantly, love where you live!”