MANILA – From fancy to fast food, here are some of the promos offered at various dining spots in Metro Manila for Valentine’s Day.

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CITY OF DREAMS MANILA

For a lovely lunch or dinner affair, Crystal Dragon lays out a five-course Valentine set menu (P3,880++ per person) which captures the best of Cantonese cuisine and other regional Chinese specialties.

The menu, available until February 16, consists of Black Pepper Duck Meat Swan Dumpling and Deep-fried Prawn Swan Dumpling; Braised Sea Treasures and Scallop Dumpling and Black Truffle in Lobster Bisque; Braised Pork Ribs with Red Wine Vinegar and Wolfberry Reduction; Wok-fried Egg Noodles with Seafood, Sliced Abalone and Vegetable Sauce; and Double-boiled Warm Manuka Honey Ginger Tea, Chestnut, and Sesame Dumpling.

A destination of choice for a romantic dinner date over a gastronomic feast of Japanese-Peruvian flavors, Nobu highlights its five-course Valentine Omakase (P10,000 nett for two) that comes with a complimentary welcome sake cocktail.

Exclusively available on February 14, the Omakase begins with Nobu Sashimi Trio, which is composed of Oyster New Style, Oyster with Mango Salsa, and Kinme with Soy Cream Truffle followed by a seasonal selection of Nobu Sushi including Anago, Wagyu, Seared Uni Cup, and Tamago.

Whole Blue Crab, creamy and spicy with shitake, negi, masago and scallop chawan mushi; and Sous vide Australian Tenderloin with Dark Chocolate, Sake and Mirin Reduction Demi-glace, Broccolini and Nobu Style Fries come after. A plate of Fraisier Crème Mousseline Parfait with Champagne Jelly and Strawberries completes the Omakase.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8800-8080 or e-mail guestservices@cod-manila.com.

CRAVINGS

From February 13 to 16, Cravings introduces a Valentine’s Day menu expertly crafted and curated by the chefs of CCA Manila. From fairytale-themed tables to passion-filled cocktails, guests are taken on a journey of the heart and stomach in a gastronomic collaboration all for the love of food.

The magic begins with Curried Cream of Cauliflower with Crab Meat, and Salad Greens from Salad bar with 3 Kinds of Dressing. For mains, guests are offered a choice between the tender Roasted Smoked Pork Loin with Jambalaya Rice and delectable Blackened Fish with Jambalaya Rice. And what way to complete a fairytale experience than with a happy, sweet ending of Bread Pudding with Whisky Caramel?

Always the charmer, Cravings rolls out the Love Potion -- a unique Valentine’s Day concoction that is not to be missed.

For inquiries and reservations, call (0906) 270-5690.

CRIMSON HOTEL FILINVEST CITY

On February 14, the Deck Bar is offering an al fresco Valentine’s Day dinner with a four-course dinner. Dubbed as “Dine Under the Stars,” couples can expect a one-of-a-kind night filled with serenades of love and romance in the air. The rate per person is P2,200 net.

Another swoon-worthy date idea is a romantic buffet set-up at Café Eight. Crimson Hotel Filinvest City’s culinary team is ready to serve a lavish array of local and international cuisines for the couples to share. The buffet rate per person is P2,200 net inclusive of luscious pralines.

For a pizza date night, Firehouse Pizza restaurant features “You Got a Pizza My Heart” promotion until February 14. This special Valentine’s special set is comprised of salad and pizza with a bottle of prosecco. Get all cheesy as Firehouse sets the mood with romantic music and ambiance. The rate is P2,000 net, good for two persons.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8863-2222 or visit the hotel’s website.

CROWNE PLAZA MANILA GALLERIA

On Valentine’s Day, the stars in the sky will witness one’s love to his better half as the hotel presents a romantic dinner under the panoramic Ortigas skyline. Taking place at the hotel’s courtyard while being serenaded by live entertainment, the four-course dinner will commence with Goat Cheese and Winter Salad.

Couples can choose between hearty Aromatic Seafood Veloute and Spiced and Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque. For the main course, one can order Surf and Turf (U.S. prime beef tenderloin and crispy braised shin with shiitake and butter-poached king prawn), Trio of Chicken, or Duo of Salmon. Make sure to save space for dessert with a shared chocolate surprise to cap off the dinner, which is priced at P3,000++ per person.

At Seven Corners, indulge in seven interactive stations that feature dishes such as U.S. Rib Eye Steak, Seafood Thermidor, leg of Lamb, Sushi Hearts, and Strawberry Chocolate Mousse Cake, among others. Feel the season of hearts with live entertainment and a welcome glass of Martini Rose or prosecco. Rate is at P3,000 nett per person.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8633-7222.

DIAMOND HOTEL PHILIPPINES

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Corniche with a special lunch or dinner buffet until February 16. With a complimentary glass of champagne on the 14th and live instrumental music to spark the mood on the 14th and 15th, it’s the ideal setting for giving in to your heart’s delight.

Step into a picturesque Japanese paradise tucked away in the metro and surprise your date with new, unexpected flavors at Yurakuen. Share a spread of authentic Japanese specialties beneath the crystal cherry blossom tree with the 8-course lunch and dinner menu until February 15.

With an ambience that keeps the conversation cruising, the Lobby Lounge is a great place for cultivating something special and getting to know each other better. A lavish 4-course set menu and vibrant Valentine-themed pastries are bound to get you cozying up together from February 14 to 15, with a saxophonist to perform during dinner for a lovely, final touch.

Make your Valentine date a grand gesture at the Poolside with a 5-course dinner set menu with entertainment by a duo musician.

Take things to the 27th level with your significant other at Bar27. The view alone is enough to take their breath away; add a 4-course dinner set menu, a signature cocktail or two, plus a live band to keep the vibe electric and you’re bound to have a night to remember.

Ladies at the Valentine’s Day dinner will receive a sweet heart-shaped macaron giveaway and a long-stemmed rose. Dining promotions are available until February 16.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8528-3000 ext. 1121.

DISCOVERY PRIMEA

Allow Discovery Primea to take you and your significant other on a culinary journey starting with a beautifully prepared Valentine’s dinner menu at Flame restaurant. From February 13 to 15 at P3,500++ per person, feast on choice dishes such as Pan-Seared Foie Gras, Pacific Grouper “Carpaccio,” or modern Filipino-inspired fare such as “Parang Ravioli” or Josper Grilled Rib Eye “Tagalog,” to name a few. End the experience on a sweet note with a dessert of Chocnut Marquise.

You may also opt to sample the Mediterranean flavors of Tapenade, where the hotel’s culinary experts have prepared a 4-course Valentine dinner available only from February 13 to 15. At P2,000++ per person, enjoy Salad Nicoise, Spice Roasted Tomato soup, a main course of either Pan-Seared Black Bass or Braised Beef Marsala, and an exquisite dessert of Poached Pears “Belle Hélèn”.

Fancy a romantic nightcap after a satisfying dinner? Head over to Edge at the 16th floor. Also from February 13 to 15, enjoy two signature gin-based cocktails and a complimentary rose for the price of one at PHP 375++.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 7955-8888 or e-mail primea.restaurants@discovery.com.ph.

LEMURIA

Located at Arya Plaza in Bonifacio Global City, Lemuria this Valentine’s Day introduces a classic set menu to befit the occasion.

Dinner starts with hors d’œuvre of mini gougeres stuffed with herbed cream cheese, followed by pan-seared foie gras that comes with homemade brioche toast, apricot chutney, and apples. Tomato soup with cheese croutons, fried basil, and vanilla cream will remind guests of the rich flavors that make Mediterranean cuisine exquisite.

For the main course, Lemuria unveils two. A mouthwatering 10-hour braised short ribs dish will be served with cauliflower puree, roasted mushrooms, chimichurri, and parsley oil. A soft shell crab dish with arugula, macerated cherry tomatoes, remoulade, and parmesan shards, meanwhile, will delight anyone who loves seafood.

Finally, dinner will end on a sweet note with a lemon vanilla cake with hazelnut Chantilly cream, strawberries, berry coulis, and white chocolate pistachio bark – a culmination with no regrets.

Lemuria’s special Valentine’s set menu is available until February 15 for P3,200+ per head. On February 14, Lemuria accepts dining reservations for 5:30 to 7:30 pm and 8:30 to 10:30 pm.

For more details, visit Lemuria’s website.

MARCO POLO ORTIGAS MANILA

Guests dining at any of the hotel’s restaurants or bars may choose to celebrate their evenings on a sparkling, classy note, with glasses or bottles of Moët & Chandon Rosé Imperial or Impérial Brut champagne. These premium champagne varieties are available at limited promotional prices.

Gourmands who wish to embark on a global gastronomical experience may opt to dine in Cucina on Level 24. Aside from the restaurant’s signatures like the paella mixta, its roast selection, and an indulgent selection of desserts, a special a la carte menu will be made available for dinner until February 14. Dining rate per person for the dinner buffet spread is at P2,988.

At Vu’s Sky Bar and Lounge, guests can look forward to celebrating Valentine’s Day with a curated tapas buffet while enjoying the performance of Real Groove Band beginning 8 p.m. Door charge per guest is available at P3,000++, inclusive of the Sky Lounge’s Strawberry Daiquiri as a welcome drink.

Until February 15, Lung Hin features two special set menus good for two, featuring the fresh flavors of authentic Cantonese cuisine. Available for P4,380++ for every couple, the “Beloved” menu includes Baked Stuffed Crab Meat in Shell, Pan-fried Garoupa Fillet with Truffle Oil and Sugar Peas, and Braised Tofu with Wild Mushrooms in Oyster Sauce. Meanwhile, the “One and Only” menu presents dishes including Baked Slipper Lobster with Supreme Stock, Sautéed Diced Beef Cubes with Garlic, and Steamed Stuffed Vegetarian Treasure in Inari Bag. The “One and Only” selection is available for P5,880++ for two persons.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 7720-7720 or e-mail restaurant.mnl@marcopolohotels.com.

NEW COAST HOTEL MANILA

Experience a romantic dinner date at Market Café on February 14 and 15 featuring gastronomic delights that will make your heart flutter. Relish a delicious spread of international cuisine and signature dishes inclusive of chilled juices, soda, iced tea, local beers, and a round of strawberry mimosa. The dinner buffet at Market Café is priced at P3,300 per person.

For an intimate and sophisticated kind of Valentine’s date, take your loved one to The Lounge. Cheers to love with its special Valentine’s drink, Amore Mio, a mixture of whiskey, strawberry, mango manila tea, and vanilla syrup, blended with lemon and mint and topped up with soda water. Couples may enjoy this unique cocktail for the price of one at P450.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8252-6888 or e-mail contactus@newcoasthotels.com.

NEW WORLD MAKATI HOTEL

Couples can have their fill with an extensive buffet selection concluded with a decadent array of pink- and red-hued desserts for lunch and dinner at Café 1228 on February 14. The restaurant’s famous US angus prime rib, whole salmon in salt crust, and herb and garlic roasted leg of lamb are paired with the freshest oysters, lobsters, prawns, and scallops as well as curated charcuterie and cheeses, pasta prepared a la minute, Japanese sushi and sashimi, and much more. On Valentine’s Day dinner, there will be live entertainment and a special token for the ladies.

The Valentine’s weekend buffet is at P2,888 nett per person for lunch and dinner. An optional upgrade for free-flowing wine is at P599 nett per person.

Couples can toast and celebrate love anew with free-flowing Prosecco Romio Extra Dry sparkling wine, also offered at The Lounge from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for P888 nett per person. They can likewise opt to pair with a charcuterie and cheese platter, or choose
from an array of a la carte selections for an additional charge. A complimentary box of chocolate pralines comes with each order of a bottle of sparkling wine or champagne at The Lounge From February 14 to 16.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8811-6888, or e-mail Reservations.manila@newworldhotels.com or FBReservations.manila@newworldhotels.com.

NOVOTEL MANILA ARANETA CITY

On February 14, couples can have a five-course set menu under the stars with live musical entertainment at the outdoor pool on the 6th floor at P2,500 nett per person inclusive of a glass of Rose wine.

Food Exchange Manila, recently included as part of the prestigious roster of Philippine Tatler’s Best Restaurants 2020, offers a special dinner buffet with prime rib, grilled seafood, Valentine-inspired desserts, and a glass of Rose wine for P2,500 nett per person.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8990-7888 or visit the hotel’s website.

SAVAGE

Indulge in an exceptional 4-course Valentine dinner at Savage in Taguig at P4,400 per couple from February 13 to 15, 2020.

Begin with a selection of snacks that are meant to tease your palate. Then, proceed to the appetizer - in-house smoked salmon chive and dill. Mains are a choice between the dry-aged Australian Wagyu striploin with house chimichurri, the Roast Chicken for Polenta, and the Grilled Seabass with Manila Clams and Thai Basil. End your meal with Eton Mess, a delightful, traditional English dessert made with strawberries, broken meringue, and whipped double cream.

For inquiries and reservations, call (0915) 333-9546.

SHANGRI-LA AT THE FORT

The sparks are sure to fly when dining at any of the hotel’s restaurants for the season from February 14 to 15.

At High Street Cafe, celebrate love and indulge in a romantic dinner feast with signatures from the restaurant’s nine culinary neighborhoods and free-flowing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at P3,600 nett.

While away the afternoon with a Valentine’s themed tea set at High Street Lounge priced at P1,650 nett for two persons from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. until February 16.

An intimate dinner for two awaits at Raging Bull Chophouse & Bar. Savor a five-course menu dinner with highlights such as Rockefeller oysters, seared scallops, and Southwest Australian black onyx tenderloin priced at P5,500 nett and a glass of champagne to pair.

Choose to dine indoor or outdoor and taste the flavors of Peru at Samba with a four course dinner priced at P3,500 nett per person, and celebrate with a glass of bubbly. Get whisked away with a dinner under the stars in one of the poolside cabanas at P18,000 nett for two persons, inclusive of a five-course dinner, a bottle of Champagne, personal butler service, and welcome cocktails.

Guests can claw their way back to love and delight in the signature flavors of Sri Lanka and the Philippines at Ministry of Crab. The dinner menu includes the restaurant signature Black Pepper Crab and chocolate coconut with rum pineapple at P5,000 nett per person and a glass of bubbly.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 8820-0888, e-mail manilafort@shangri-la.com, or visit the hotel’s website.

SHERATON MANILA

Take on a romantic escape even without having to leave the city this Valentine’s Day at Sheraton Manila’s resort-like oasis, Vega Pool. Dine under the bright night sky, get serenaded by live entertainment, and indulge on a delightful 6-course dinner on February 14 for P7,400 per couple.

Every dish is carefully prepared and flavored with love from Duo of Jamon appetizes, Gambas de Paella for entrée, US Prime Striploin as the main course, and ending with Crème Caramel Passion Fruit Cannoli dessert.

Each couple will also have a long stemmed rose and a special champagne toast of Moet et Chandon Brut Imperial.

For inquiries and reservations, call (02) 7902-1800 or visit the hotel’s social media pages.

SUMMIT HOTEL GREENHILLS

Dine in style at the hotel’s all-day-dining restaurant Café Summit and enjoy the delightful and specially crafted Valentine’s menu prepared by Chef Daniel Lachica on February 14.

Savor this 6-course meal with a cocktail of choice for P800 nett per person. Better yet, book and relax in the hotel’s elegant interiors and spacious accommodations for only P3,088 nett per night which already includes a sumptuous breakfast.

For inquiries and reservations, e-mail reservations@summithotels.ph or call (02) 8398-8788.

TWG TEA

Enthrall your senses with TWG Tea’s Valentine’s Day special, an exquisite tea-infused set menu that will certainly impress and delight your Valentine on this special day.

The intimate evening for two begins with an appetizing soup of the day. It continues with two delightful main courses, specially curated for this season of love - an Ocean Voyage Tea infused pan-fried sea bass accompanied by cauliflower couscous, served with a tarragon hollandaise sauce; and lamb chops accompanied by potato mash and Greek salad, served with a demi-glace sauce infused with Moroccan Mint Tea.

A beautiful accompaniment to this delightful meal is the aromatic Mon Amour Tea, an alluring black tea blended with yellow blossoms and sweet notes of quince, the sacred fruit of the goddess of love, Aphrodite.

For an unforgettable celebration, sweeten up the day with a hazelnut chocolate cake layered with a smooth rich chocolate Chantilly cream infused with Chocolate Tea, served with fresh strawberries - a dessert bound to delight any valentine.

TWG Tea’s Valentine’s Day Set Menu with two soups of the day, two main courses, dessert, and a choice of two TWG Teas is priced at P2,875 for two persons. It is available at all TWG Tea Salons & Boutiques in the Philippines until February 29.

YELLOW CAB

Yellow Cab is offering a Valentine’s Pizza Perfect Pair promo at P699, which includes four original Hot Chix Wings, four Sweet Soy Wings, a 9-inch 2-in-1 Manhattan Meatlovers and BBQ Chicken Pizza, and a choice of ice cream.

This promo is available for dine in, take-out, curbside pick-up, and delivery in all Yellow Cab stores nationwide until February 14.