Valentine’s Day is in a week. Quickly, make a reservation before it’s fully booked. Here’s the second part of our round-up to help you
Candlelight dinners and flowers are considered the norm for a traditional Valentine’s Day. Surprise your beloved with a romantic dinner and with your thoughtful planning for the date.
Basilico
A strolling violinist sets the mood for a romantic “Basilissimo – Best of Basilico” Valentine’s Dinner ($128++ per person) at Regent Hotel, comprising two buffets and a main course.
Savour signatures such as Whole Baked Lobster Gratin with Roasted Baby Vegetables, Pan-seared Foie Gras with Roasted Figs in Amarone Wine and Braised Angus Beef Cheek Agnolotti with Taleggio Cheese Fondue and Porcini Mushrooms, among others.
End your evening on a sweet note with a Chocolate Lovers’ dessert spread featuring Cannoli filled with White Chocolate and Saffron, and more.
E-mail [email protected] for reservations.
Balzac Brasserie
Executive Chef Charles Dubois presents Balzac’s Valentine’s Day menu ($98++ per person). It begins with an Alsacian speciality for the amuse bouche – Flammekueche with Black Truffle paired with an Aperitif.
This is followed by the appetiser, Tartar of Mozambique Prawns with Caviar. Two selections are available for the main course: Roasted French Cod Fish with artichokes and a hearty dish of Braised and Glazed Spanish Pork Ribs.
Call 6336 0797 for more details and reservations.
Lower East Side Taqueria
“El Día del Amor y la Amistad”, or “Day of Love and Friendship” as Valentine’s Day is known in Mexico, is as much a celebration of friendship as well as romantic love.
The set dinner ($32 per person, minimum 2 diners) features Ceviche de Camarones, a refreshing shrimp and sea bass ceviche. The Pibil Pollo consists of tender chicken chunks that are first marinated in bitter orange and spices, then slow-cooked over a charcoal grill.
There is also a Taco Platter with Tilapia, Pork Belly and Chilli con Carne. Round off the meal with the Dessert of the Day, or snack on homemade Churros drizzled with chocolate sauce while enjoying a classic Mexican movie screening.
Call 6348 1302 for more information.
Pidgin Kitchen & Bar
Spice up this romantic affair with bold and playful creations specially designed for the occasion. Ignite your passion this Valentine’s Day with the Firecracker ($15++), a quirky combination of jamon, pork terrine and bak kwa, shaped like a firecracker.
Celebrate love and happiness with your special one over a dish of Dating Lovebirds ($52++), a delicious marriage of pigeon, Chinese red dates and cherries. Complete the night by indulging in Full Circle ($12++) a sweet and heart-warming dessert made with chocolate tang yuan and ginger crème anglaise. Available from Feb 13 to 15.
Call 6475 0080 for reservations.
Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro
Tucked inside the nouveau riche enclave of Quayside Isle, Quayside Fish Bar & Bistro’s Valentine’s Day menu ($95++ to $105++) comprises a three or four-course meal featuring dishes such as a Saffron Seafood Broth, Homemade Lobster Tofu and Char-grilled Tenderloin.
Call 6268 8633 for reservations.
Skyve Wine Bistro
Impress your special someone with Skyve Wine Bistro’s Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu ($80++ per person), including Freshly Shucked Oysters served with Basil Sherbet, Shrimp and Avocado Chowder for appetisers.
Together with Seared NY Strip, Asparagus and Pommes Puree with Fig Demi Glaze or Ancho Crusted Cod, Jicama Slaw and Baby Greens for your choice of mains, you’ll be spoilt for choice. End beautifully with a Passion Fruit Ivory Dome with Yuzu Sorbet.
Call 6225 6690 for reservations.
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