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7 great places to bring your date to outside Makati and BGC
7 great places to bring your date to outside Makati and BGC
Cyrene de la Rosa
Published Feb 09, 2019 05:29 PM PHT
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Updated Feb 13, 2019 11:51 AM PHT

NORTH
Café Ysabel
Café Ysabel
You can relive your fondest meal memories at this oldie but goodie San Juan favorite at its new location on Valentines’ Day. A choice of 2 tasting menus, aside from the a la carte menu, created by the father-and-son tandem of Chefs Gene and Gino Gonzalez features special dishes like Grilled Argentine Roasted Bone Marrow with Crispy Shallots, Roast Rack of Lamb with Madeira Demi-Glace, and Peter Pan Pie with Strawberries Romanoff.
You can relive your fondest meal memories at this oldie but goodie San Juan favorite at its new location on Valentines’ Day. A choice of 2 tasting menus, aside from the a la carte menu, created by the father-and-son tandem of Chefs Gene and Gino Gonzalez features special dishes like Grilled Argentine Roasted Bone Marrow with Crispy Shallots, Roast Rack of Lamb with Madeira Demi-Glace, and Peter Pan Pie with Strawberries Romanoff.
175 M. Paterno Street, San Juan City, (02) 725-5089
La Cabrera Manila at Edsa Shangri-La Hotel
La Cabrera Manila at Edsa Shangri-La Hotel
The posh and sexy interiors of the newly-opened Ortigas branch of La Cabrera Manila is the perfect setting for a meat lover’s Valentine’s Day meal. Recommended dishes include the Grilled Provoleta (provolone) cheese appetizer, the Pope’s favorite Cuadril (rump steak), Entrana (skirt steak), Ojo de Bife (rib-eye), Asado de Tira (short ribs), best enjoyed with a selection of hot and cold sides that comes with every steak order. Do save some room for the Dulce de Leche Crepes for dessert.
The posh and sexy interiors of the newly-opened Ortigas branch of La Cabrera Manila is the perfect setting for a meat lover’s Valentine’s Day meal. Recommended dishes include the Grilled Provoleta (provolone) cheese appetizer, the Pope’s favorite Cuadril (rump steak), Entrana (skirt steak), Ojo de Bife (rib-eye), Asado de Tira (short ribs), best enjoyed with a selection of hot and cold sides that comes with every steak order. Do save some room for the Dulce de Leche Crepes for dessert.
2/F Edsa Shangri-La Hotel, 1 Garden Way, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, (0967) 237-7940
Piccolo Padre
Piccolo Padre
Be transported to Italy at Milanese Chef Dan Giampaolo’s Italian specialty restaurant in Angeles City. The 80-year-old recipes from Chef Dan’s family come alive, together with his own take on well-loved Italian classics like Osso Buco alla Milanese and Gnocchi Gorgonzola. Just an hour-and-a-half drive from the Ortigas area (when traffic is light), it’s the perfect place to celebrate special occasions. On Valentine’s Day, Chef Dan offers a 3-course set menu with Baked Oysters or Shitake Mushroom Soup for starters, followed by a choice of the following mains: Sea Bass with Macadamia Nuts, Angus Rib-eye, Lamb Rack Scottaditi, Two Maine Lobster Tails, and Angus Tenderloin with Maine Lobster Tail Duo. To end is a special Valentine’s dessert good for sharing.
Be transported to Italy at Milanese Chef Dan Giampaolo’s Italian specialty restaurant in Angeles City. The 80-year-old recipes from Chef Dan’s family come alive, together with his own take on well-loved Italian classics like Osso Buco alla Milanese and Gnocchi Gorgonzola. Just an hour-and-a-half drive from the Ortigas area (when traffic is light), it’s the perfect place to celebrate special occasions. On Valentine’s Day, Chef Dan offers a 3-course set menu with Baked Oysters or Shitake Mushroom Soup for starters, followed by a choice of the following mains: Sea Bass with Macadamia Nuts, Angus Rib-eye, Lamb Rack Scottaditi, Two Maine Lobster Tails, and Angus Tenderloin with Maine Lobster Tail Duo. To end is a special Valentine’s dessert good for sharing.
G/F Prime Asia Hotel, Narciso Avenue, Angeles City, Pampanga, (0919) 887-2195, (0917) 500-4750
SOUTH
Antonio’s
Antonio’s
A Special Valentine’s Degustation prepared by Chef Tonyboy Escalante, dubbed “A Night of Music and Love,” takes place in the very intimate and romantic outdoor setting of the Antonio’s Lanai Lounge on February 14 and 15, 2019. The 8-course degustation paired with wine starts with a raclette station and a glass of perfectly chilled Chandon Brut, and concludes with a token of housemade Felchlin chocolate confections. DJ Herbie Walton and saxophonist Alvin Cornista serenade guests all night long for a memorable celebration.
A Special Valentine’s Degustation prepared by Chef Tonyboy Escalante, dubbed “A Night of Music and Love,” takes place in the very intimate and romantic outdoor setting of the Antonio’s Lanai Lounge on February 14 and 15, 2019. The 8-course degustation paired with wine starts with a raclette station and a glass of perfectly chilled Chandon Brut, and concludes with a token of housemade Felchlin chocolate confections. DJ Herbie Walton and saxophonist Alvin Cornista serenade guests all night long for a memorable celebration.
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Purok 138, Barangay Neogan, Tagaytay City, Cavite, (0917) 899-2866, (0918) 899-2866
Balay Dako by Antonio’s
Balay Dako by Antonio’s
Chef Tonyboy Escalante’s Filipino restaurant Balay Dako features a special Spanish buffet to celebrate Valentine’s on the evenings of February 14 and 15, 2019. The buffet costs P1,500+ and comes with a complimentary Valentine’s drink. The menu includes classic mains such as Callos, Paella Valenciana, Calamares Al Ajillo, Calamares Fritos con Aioli, Gambas Al Ajillo, Pollo Frito con Salsa, and Berenjas Al Horno. Dessert selections include Canonigo, Napoleones, and an assortment of Antonio’s Housemade Ice Cream. Both evenings are made more memorable with the serenades of Meg Fernandez.
Chef Tonyboy Escalante’s Filipino restaurant Balay Dako features a special Spanish buffet to celebrate Valentine’s on the evenings of February 14 and 15, 2019. The buffet costs P1,500+ and comes with a complimentary Valentine’s drink. The menu includes classic mains such as Callos, Paella Valenciana, Calamares Al Ajillo, Calamares Fritos con Aioli, Gambas Al Ajillo, Pollo Frito con Salsa, and Berenjas Al Horno. Dessert selections include Canonigo, Napoleones, and an assortment of Antonio’s Housemade Ice Cream. Both evenings are made more memorable with the serenades of Meg Fernandez.
Along Aguinaldo Highway, Tagaytay City, Cavite, (0917)116-6710, (0933) 857-7946
Bamba Bistro
Bamba Bistro
Those dining at Chef Tina Legarda’s cozy, neighborhood spot on Valentine’s Day will be in for a real treat. Chef Tina has become a favorite destination thanks to her varied interpretations of European classic dishes. She will be coming out with a selection of special dishes never served before, to be made available only on Valentine’s Day.
Those dining at Chef Tina Legarda’s cozy, neighborhood spot on Valentine’s Day will be in for a real treat. Chef Tina has become a favorite destination thanks to her varied interpretations of European classic dishes. She will be coming out with a selection of special dishes never served before, to be made available only on Valentine’s Day.
55 Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Parañaque, (02) 519-7097
Black Pig
Black Pig
Southerners are in for a special treat this Valentine’s Day as the extremely talented Chef Carlos Garcia Rodriguez has created two special Valentine’s menus. You can choose between the 3-course or 5-course menu, both of which include options like Seared Foie Gras with Walnuts and Apples, Black Truffle Risotto with Parmesan and Chicken Jus, and his decadent Chocolate Praline.
Southerners are in for a special treat this Valentine’s Day as the extremely talented Chef Carlos Garcia Rodriguez has created two special Valentine’s menus. You can choose between the 3-course or 5-course menu, both of which include options like Seared Foie Gras with Walnuts and Apples, Black Truffle Risotto with Parmesan and Chicken Jus, and his decadent Chocolate Praline.
2/F Commercenter Alabang, Commerce Avenue, Filinvest, Muntinlupa City, (0917) 845-0744
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