You Can’t Buy Love, But You Can Buy Dinner: Beijing’s Top Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinners
Posted: February 13th, 2012 | Author: LumDimSum | Filed under: Foodies & Dining Scene, Special Events, Upcoming Events | Tags: Agua, Black Sesame Kitchen, Capital M, Gung Ho! Gourmet Pizza Factory, Hummingbird Therapeutic Spa Retreat, John O'Loghlen, Lollipop Bakery, Migas, Modo, Mosto, Obentos 本之味, Pie House, SALT, Sureno, Temple Restaurant Beijing, TERRA, Valentine's Day | No Comments »
Love is in the air…or so all Valentine’s Day advocates dreamily proclaim. But if you’re not a fan of all that sappy, lovey-dovey nonsense, just look forward to all the extra chocolates and treats that come along with this holiday!
This holiday gets a bad rap because of all the romantic pressure and unnecessary expectations associated with this day, but regardless of whether or not you are single, why not make the most of this day and take it for what it is. I say, think of this day as an excuse to pamper and treat yourself to a special dinner at one of Beijing’s top restaurants and milk this holiday for all its worth (you just have to bear through it once a year)!
You don’t have to be in love to love to eat good food and sweets!
Happy Valentine’s feasting to all my fellow foodies!
Valentine’s Day Dinner Break Down: (in alphabetical order)
1. Agua
Chef Jordi has created a passionate, mouth-watering 4-course Spanish meal for two for RMB 488 per person.
RSVP: 5208-6188
2. Black Sesame Kitchen
For Valentine’s Day, Black Sesame Kitchen is hosting a candle-lit, communal dinner featuring ten aphrodisiac-inspired dishes and free-flow Jeio prosecco along with their standard selection of red and white wine. With only 20 seats available, RSVP with them early! Dinner is RMB 500 per guest.
RSVP: 136-9147-4408 or email blacksesamekitchen@gmail.com
BSK’s Communal V-Day Dinner
Pan Fried Pork and Fennel Dumplings
Fried Shiitake and Coriander Stir-fry
Pine Nut and Beef Stirfry
Yuxiang Eggplant
Garlic Asparagus
Red Braised Pork Belly
Snow Pea and Chinese Bacon
Wok-Fried Bamboo Shoots
Cashew Kungpao Chicken
Candied Bananas and Ice Cream
3. Capital M
“A sensuous, sumptuous Valentine’s dinner, our roaring fireplaces, and a breathtaking view of Beijing ~ all the ingredients to create a perfect Valentine’s evening.”
What is more impressive than Capital M’s romantic ambiance? The 7-course line-up of treats to spoil love birds who also happen to be foodies! Check out the meal below (wine pairing list to supplement each course) -
Capital M’s ‘Love on the Square’ Valentine’s Dinner
~ From Scandinavia with Love ~
house-cured ‘Gravlax’ with sweet mustard sauce
and M’ ‘s own hot-smoked salmon with sharp horseradish cream
Loire Sauvignon Blanc Henri Bourgeois 2009 Loire Valley
**
~Lovebirds in a rich Consommé with black truffle tortellini~
Rosé Pinot Noir Yering Station 2008 Yarra Valley
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~Luscious Turbot Fillets~
sitting on a saffron & champagne sabayon
Bourgogne Chardonnay Vincent Girardin 2009 Burgundy
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A Seductive Thyme & Lime Sorbet with a dash of Campari
**
~ Sweetheart Beef Wellington ~
Best fillet of beef wrapped in pastry with duxelles and foie gras, served with creamy zucchini gratin, crisp potato galette and confit’d vine tomatoes
Shiraz Leeuwin Estate ‘Siblings’ 2008 Margaret River
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~”Folie-a-Deux” ~ Baked Alaska Flambé~
served with a pot of warm red berries
Château La Grave Sainte-Croix du Mont 2005 Bordeaux
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Petit Fours ~ Sweet Treats for my Valentine
RMB 688 per person (With wine pairing add RMB 388 per person)
RSVP: 6702-2727, reservations@capital-m-beijing.com
4. Gung Ho!’s Heart Pizza
To celebrate this most romantic of holidays, Pizza Genius John O is literally giving you his heart (-shaped pizza combo) for RMB 198. Available from February 6th to the 19th and now you can order online! They are also entering everyone who grabs a combo into their special Valentines draw for a chance to win some great prizes!
RSVP: • Lido GHP HQ: 5135 8557 /Sanlitun Branch: 8587 1404 / 8587 1370 or email: johnandjade@gunghopizza.com
GHP’s Heart Shaped Combo 198rmb:
One Large Heart Shaped Pizza (any kind)
One medium “Our Fave” salad
Cheese balls
Four Egg Tarts
Two “Cool Drinks”
5. Lollipop Bakery
Is it possible to love someone more than cupcakes? I should hope so! Show your Valentine how much you care with these cupcakes by Lollipop Bakery. RMB 340 per dozen.
To Order: Call 13552772683 or email Cupcakes@LollipopBakery.cn
6. Migas
“Chef Aitor Olabegoya has prepared an 8-course menu that is sure to sweep you both of you of your feet.”
Migas’ 8-course Valentine’s Day dinner menu for two is set at RMB 700, which includes two glasses of Mumm Champagne. Migas will also be offering discounts on bottles of Arzuaga wines.
RSVP: 5208 6061
7. Modo
“Share the love” over Chef Daniel’s 4-course Valentine’s Day dinner. RMB 380 per person.
RSVP: 6415-7207
8. Mosto
Chef Daniel at Mosto has designed a very special “Be My Valentine” dinner at RMB 420 per person.
RSVP: 5208-6030
9. Obentos
If you’re having a V-Day dinner in, Obentos will also be a great option with a discount on bento boxes ordered after 6PM and two free desserts included! Try their chocolate tofu, it’s my favorite.
To Order: Call 6597 0085 / 6597 0223, www.obentos.com
10. Pie House
Just looking to satisfy your sweet tooth with some seriously delicious desserts? These cakes looks phenomenal.
I’m seriously tempted to order their Strawberry Cheese Mousse Cake and eat it myself. This cake is RMB 169 for 6 inch cake. Or you can also order their “Berry Romantic Gift Box” for RMB 189 (includes both strawberry and raspberry mousses in heart-shaped cakes). Available from Feb. 12-15.
To Order: www.piehouse.com.cn or call 010-51664464 (free delivery within 5th Ring Road)
11. SALT
SALT has designed a romantic 4-course Valentine’s Day Dinner for RMB 428 which includes a Rossini Cocktail made with pureed strawberries or glass of bubbly.
RSVP: 6437 8457; contact: info@saltrestaurantbeijing.com
Tuesday February 14, 2012, 6-10.30pm
4 Courses + Rossini Cocktail or Glass of Bubbly 428 rmb
Duval Leroy Champagne 588 rmb
I
Poached Prawn Bisque, Fennel, Orange, Basil,
Semi-Dried Tomato Open Lasagna
II
Veal-Foie GrasTortellini, Crumbled Aged Pecorino, Truffled Veal Consommé
or
Smoked Cheese-Grated Spinach-Ricotta Tortellini, Pesto,
Seasonal Mushrooms, Parmesan (v)
III
Beef Tenderloin, Smoked Aubergine Puree, Portobello Mushrooms, Grilled Garlic Shoots, Madeira-Truffle Sauce
or
Cider Braised Cod, Truffled Cod Brandade, Cauliflower Emulsion, Black Olive Bread, Green Apple, Mediterranean Vinaigrette
or
Parmesan-Wild Mushroom Risotto, Cep-Truffle Cappuccino, Parsley Oil, Ruccula, Balsamic Reduction (v)
IV
Passionfruit Panna Cotta, Red Fruits, Strawberry-Champagne Infusion
or
Seasonal Fruits, Orange Tulip, Warm Swiss Chocolate Fondue
or
Reversed Apple Tart Tatin, Cinnamon Caramel Mou, Walnuts, Vanilla
13. Sureno
Sureno’s V-day dinner is split into two “Valentina” and “Valentino” set dinners – she is treated to seabass, crab bisque, lobster and a white chocolate dome with raspberry while his menu features foie gras and Wagyu beef. Is it wrong if I prefer the “Valentino” option? RMB 628 for each of the 4-course menus and a glass of champagne.
RSVP: 6410-5240
14.Temple Restaurant Beijing(TRB)
As expected, Temple is going all out for couples with a 6-course dinner menu inclusive of poached lobster, Wagyu beef and passion fruit parfait for dessert. Price per couple is RMB 1,288 plus surcharge.
RSVP: 8400 2232
15. Terra
Terra’s 3-course Valentine’s Day dinner is also is packed with options per each course and a full of fresh seafood and roast options.
RSVP: 6591 9148
Terra’s 3-course Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu
I
Clementine Salad, Ruccula, Figs, Ricotta, Pistachios, Beetroot,
Champagne Vinaigrette (v)
or
Hot Prawn Ceviche, Citrus Crustacean Broth Poached Prawns, Baby Carrots, Asparagus, Fava Beans, Glazed Sweet Potato
or
“Chupe” South American Seafood Soup,Rice, Corn, Quail Egg,
Fresh Cheese
or
Wild Salmon Anticucho, Garlic-Parsley Baby Potatoes,
Argentinean Chimichurri
II
South American Style Roast Suckling Pig, Spiced Apples, Char-Grilled Vegetable Salad, Polenta, Cider-Pork Reduction
or
Duo of Duck: Duck Leg Confit, Smoked Duck Breast, Foie Gras,
Corn Soufflé, Figs, Mini Vegetables, Roast Duck Jus
or
Braised Cod, Potato-Cherry Tomato Tatin, Saffron Scent,
New Zealand Mussel-Manila Clam Hearty Broth
or
Wild Mushroom Risotto, Mascarpone, Ruccula, Parmesan (v)
Optional: Scallops and Prosciutto
III
Passionfruit Tres Leches, Strawberry Foam, Vanilla
or
Yoghurt Panna Cotta, Truffle-Lavender Honey, Red Fruits,
Raspberry Foam
or
Chocolate Soufflé Cake, White Chocolate Centre, Passionfruit, Vanilla
or
