PUBLISHED February 1st, 2018 01:30 am | UPDATED March 28th, 2019 11:19 am
If it were up to us, romance should be an everyday thing. But if there ever were a day for grand gestures and over-the-top indulgence in a year, Valentine’s Day has got to be it. Restaurants, hotels, and retail shops are huge on the occasion, so you’re going to get experiences out of the ordinary. For a memorable Valentine’s Day this year, splash your cash at one of these six venues – #noregrets.
Eat: CÉ LA VI
Whether you prefer being naughty or nice, the CÉ LA VI Valentine’s Day experience has got you covered. Start the evening with From Tokyo With Love, a refreshing sake cocktail with sweet and tart raspberries and yuzu, at the SkyBar, followed by an exquisite six-course dinner crafted by Executive Chef Joey Sergentakis at the restaurant. Look forward to contemporary Asian plates like Lemongrass Lobster Bisque with shellfish dumplings and Seared Foie Gras with yuzu marmalade on toasted brioche with mango and peanut crumble. Post dinner, the CÉ LA VI Club Lounge will be heating up with a Leather & Lace themed party. Besides complimentary entry for those dressed to theme, DJs Andrew T & Deepak will be curating the R&B and club anthems for that kinky and seductive ambience!
The six-course Valentine’s Day Menu ($188++) is available on 14 February 2018 from 6pm with the last seating at 10.15pm. Wine pairing is also available at an additional $168++. CÉ LA VI Singapore is located at Marina Bay Sands, 1 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956, p. +65 6508 2188.
Stay: The Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa
Want to swap the hustle and bustle of the city for lush greenery and tranquility? Set amidst 3.8 hectares of gardens and natural tropical rainforest, Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa is probably the furthest you can go without leaving the country. Their two-day one-night Romantic Experience Package features a four-course dinner for two at Shutters, a hearty breakfast the next day, and a $38 voucher to Spa Luna. Inclusive of a glass of champagne, dinner highlights include Hokkaido Scallops on pearl corn puree with crème fraiche and prosciutto crisp, and US Black Angus Beef Tenderloin with grilled porcini mushrooms and bordelaise jus. The four-course dinner is also available on its own, at $188++ per couple.
The Romantic Experience Package is available now till 31 March 2018, rates start from $450++ a night for the Deluxe Room, inclusive of a four-course dinner. Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa is located at 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099394.
Eat: Cook & Brew
The cosmopolitan couple won’t go wrong with a Valentine’s Day dinner at Cook & Brew, The Westin Singapore’s classy gastro-bar. Their one-night only Surf & Turf ($145++ for two) special pairs a juicy USDA 365-Day grain-fed ribeye (400g, done to your liking) and a whole Nova Scotia lobster with a bottle of Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks Chardonnay. The whole dinner will be accompanied with live music that will set a lovely atmosphere for a classic Valentine’s evening. If you’re planning a girls’ night out instead, Cook & Brew is offering free featured cocktails for ladies, as well as $10 nett house wines, beers, and spirits. That’s not all – Valentine’s Day will also see 2018 BACARDI® Legacy Singapore finalist Martin Villareal presenting his cocktail, Helena ($15++) – a tipple of aged rum, lillet blanc, and honey ginger cinnamon syrup.
Cook & Brew is located at The Westin Singapore, Asia Square Tower 2, 2 Marina View, Singapore 018961, p. +65 6922 6899. Surf & Turf is available 14 February 2018, BACARDI® Legacy cocktail Helena will be available 14-28 February 2018 and as the cherry on the cake; it’ll be ladies night the 14th and on every Wednesday.
Eat: Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel
If you’re looking to dine under a canopy of stars this Valentine’s Day, a three-course Western dinner with a bottle of Champagne in a private poolside cabana at Pool Grill might just be the thing! Work with the chef to customise your menu, or simply indulge in a specially-curated Valentine’s Day menu starring dishes such as Pan-fried Cod Fish with Avocado, Beetroot & Chorizo Migas, and Wagyu Beef Tenderloin with Oxtail, Barley Risotto, Porcini Mushroom & Jus. The dinner can also be enjoyed in the communal dining section of the restaurant, but if you prefer something more casual – like a quality buffet – Marriott Cafe on Level 1 is running a Love & Romance Dinner Buffet at $98++, including free flow sparkling wine, red and white wines, beer, and soft drinks.
Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel is located at 320 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238865, p. +65 6831 4605. Priced at $198++ per couple in the restaurant and $348++ in the poolside cabana, the Pool Grill Cupid’s 3-Course Set Dinner is available 14 February 2018.
Stay: W Singapore
This unique staycation is one for those eschewing the usual romantic overtures. W Singapore’s I Lawn For You sees lovers checking into cosy tents on the property’s verdant green grounds accentuated by palm trees swaying in the breeze. The evening starts off with a welcome drink and dinner being served to one’s private tent at sunset. Our suggestion, bring bubbly and a box of strawberries to continue luxuriating in the outdoors and simply zip up when it’s time to retreat into your private world.
W Singapore – Sentosa Cove is located at 21 Ocean Way, Singapore 098374, p. +65 6808 7288. Priced at $499++ per couple, I Lawn For You is available 14 February 2018, 7.30pm.
Eat: Me@OUE
ME@OUE combines a spectacular view of the Marina Bay and with two smashing menus designed by Executive Chef Sam Chin. Encompassing dishes from the restaurant’s three distinct kitchens, the gastronomic – and very romantic – journey takes you through luxurious ingredients like Foie Gras (paired with yuzu chestnut puree and white miso), Spiny Rock Lobster with crispy spiced garlic, Sea Pheasant (turbot fish), and exclusive cuts of Kumamoto Beef. Of course, you have the option of pairing each course with wine or sake from Me@OUE’s impressive list – and that includes the seductive Lychee Rose dessert.
Want to score extra brownie points with your date? Be sure to book one of the limited booth seats that make your experience a lot more intimate.
Me@OUE is located at 50 Collyer Quay, OUE Bayfront, Singapore 049321, +65 6634 4555. Only available 14 February 2018, the five-course menu is priced at $128++ (6pm-8pm seating, add $68++ for alcohol pairing) and the eight-course is priced at $198++ (8.30pm-10.30pm seating, add $88++ for alcohol pairing).