Let’s be honest, love shouldn’t just be celebrated one day a year, on that day of love we know as Valentine’s Day; love should be celebrated every dazzling day! But perhaps 365 days-worth of romantic dinners and getaways would dull down the beauty and excitement that comes with such romantic expressions of the heart. That’s why we reckon 28 days is just about right, and if you’re a really busy VIP, then one grandiose night will just have to suffice.
We guarantee if you take your significant other to any one of these culinary destinations or experiences, he or she will be over the moon, and under your spell. From high teas and Bangkok’s version of heaven – high in the sky – to cruises on yachts down the River of Kings, celebrations of love in Bangkok never looked so spectacular. Read on to find out what’s in store for February and duly note that we’ve saved the best for last.
High Tea at Hanuman
The beloved Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok is presenting an impressive calendar of romantic culinary events, designed to appeal to couples of all ages and nationalities throughout the month of love. One in particular that has caught our eye – the Sweet Romance Afternoon Tea set offered at the Hanuman Bar, especially created to nurture the love of couples celebrating Valentine’s Day.
The tea set includes: rosewater and mango Battenberg cake; glazed passionfruit éclairs, velvet pear Williams and praline bar, and macaron crème brulée. Sounds divine! Savoury delights include manchego and quince paste red bread sandwich, and salmon and asparagus jalousie. Guests may choose their favourite coffee and tea blends from the extensive Ronnefeldt selection and this unique Sweet Romance Afternoon Tea experience may also be enhanced with Chandon Brut sparkling wine or Louis Roederer Champagne (at extra cost).
This enchanting afternoon tea – available only at Hanuman Bar, Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok – is served daily from 2pm-5pm until February 28 and is priced at THB 750++ per person or THB 1,500++ per couple. We think this should be enjoyed on top of any other celebration you’ll be having on V-Day because hey, isn’t the love of your life worth it?
For more information, call +66 (0) 2 162 9000 or email hanumanbar.siambangkok@kempinski.com
An Elevated Romance
City views. Champagne. Seafood. Need we say more? ATTITUDE Rooftop Bar & Restaurant at the AVANI Riverside Bangkok Hotel will have you hungry for love with its fantastic Valentine’s Day offer.
Admire gorgeous views whilst toasting your love, with your love, over a bottle of Billecart Salmon Champagne. Start the romantic evening with fresh oysters and seafood specialties crafted by chef de cuisine Andrew Cole. Seared and grilled seafood dishes feature Maine lobster, tiger prawns, scallops, black cod, Scottish salmon and tuna in the most romantic setting above the city with the spectacular view of the river of Kings. Who knows where the evening could go. There’s only one way to find out!
THB 9,999++ per couple including a sharing seafood platter, 1 bottle of Billecart Salmon Champagne and Valentine’s desserts is available at ATTITUDE Rooftop Bar & Restaurant on the 26th Floor of AVANI Riverside Bangkok Hotel. For more information or to make a reservation please call 02-431-9100 ext 1416 or email attitude.vriv@avani.com
Saint Valentine’s meets The St. Regis Bangkok
Lovers and lovers of The St. Regis Bangkok are quite spoiled for choice when it comes to the much-loved hotel, but only for one day, the official day of love, February 14th!
An exclusive poolside romance might be an option, but keep in the mind you’ll need to book as soon as you read this as there will only be five exclusive tables laid out for love. Dinner by the pool includes six exquisite courses, divine wine pairings and a stunning view, priced at THB 15,000++ per couple.
If poolsides aren’t really your thing, why not veg out with your loved one at an epic Valentine’s Day buffet? At the racy-red VIU restaurant, you’ll be able to make eyes over an epic romance buffet that’ll be one to remember, with premium mains and à la minute orders at THB 2,300++ per person, which will include a glass of prosecco.
If you’re looking for an evening of Italian-infused romance, then Jojo’s might just be the one! Eat your heart out with a seductive, five-course gourmet Italian set dinner, at THB 7,500++ per person, with an added extra THB 3,500++ for wine-pairing for two.
All dining experiences are available at The St. Regis Bangkok, from 6pm -10pm, on February 14th only. For more information or reservations, please call 02-207-7777 or contact fb.bangkok@stregis.com.
Dine in Red Sky
Valentine’s Day… or Valentine’s “night” is always a special occasion at the Red Sky al fresco restaurant at Centara Grand CentralWorld. This year’s special night promises to be no different if you plan to head there, as an extra-special romantic menu will be presented by Chef Christian Ham and his team.
The menu will kick off with an exquisite 15g serving of Oscietra Caviar and Smoked Salmon, followed by luxurious imported Gillardeau Oysters and Alaskan King Crab. Hallelujah! Two other pre-main course dishes include the Half Brittany Lobster and Black Winter Truffle as well as Pan-Seared Foie Gras served with quince and a beetroot reduction. What a hearty treat!
The main course is a toss-up between either the delicate Pan-Fried Snow Fish with Artichoke Mousseline or the incredible Kagoshima Striploin A3 served with porcini and celeriac cannelloni.
Round off a perfect night by indulging in Red Sky’s Red Velvet White Chocolate Mousse and some delicious cocktails too, if you’ve got the driver on call that is. If not, U Drink I Drive (the app, dear readers) is only a tap away.
This offer will also include two glasses of exclusive G.H. Mumm N°1 Pink Champagne for you and your partner to savour as you enjoy the stunning panoramic views of Bangkok some 55 floors up.
The six-course dinner, which is held at the main rooftop restaurant, is priced at THB 14,555++ per couple. With limited seating and Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it might be the right time to book your ‘table for two’ at Red Sky Rooftop Restaurant by calling us on 02-100-6255 or emailing diningcgcw@chr.co.th.
Michelin Fine-Dining
What better way to say J’aime than by taking your loved one to J’AIME? J’AIME by Jean-Michel Lorain at U Sathorn Bangkok was conceived and created by Michelin Star recipient Jean-Michel Lorain to bring an eclectic fine dining experience to the city of angels and foodie city. Don’t miss the opportunity to surprise and impress your loved one by spending some romantic moments here this Valentine’s Day.
Head Chef Amerigo Tito Sesti and his team have created a tantalizing 8-course French degustation menu culminating in a tempting and sensuous dessert. What’s on the menu, we hear you ask. Well, something altogether different: Amuse-bouche; Broccoli and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence cold soup with grilled almond notes; Smoked Foie Gras Terrine with seaweed and miso flavours; Root Vegetable Ravioli with herb oil and Arabica coffee sauce; Hokkaido Scallops served with delicate garlic gelée, Jerusalem artichoke emulsion and radishes; Dover Sole Filet stuffed with prawn mousseline and clam; Roasted Pigeon Filet and truffle white pudding, mashed potato and salsify; Blue cheese, Banana and Champagne and a declination of mandarin, cloves and mulled wine.
Valentine’s Dinner is priced at THB 9,999 per couple including a glass of Champagne per person. For reservations please call 02 119 4899 or email us at reserve@jaime-bangkok.com
A Starlit Romance
Offering a superb dining menu and intimate ambiance, Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel has always been a great option for lovebirds, especially on Valentine’s Day. A visit to the hotel this Valentine’s Day might entail a recipe for romance altogether even more delectable.
The setting will be exceptionally romantic, thanks to the hotel’s intimate candle-lit garden underneath the twinkling stars of Bangkok. Whisper sweet nothings in the ears of your loved one while savouring an exclusive 5-course gourmet dinner lovingly crafted by Italian Executive Sous Chef Salvatore Catania and his team. Add to the romance by ending the meal with an indulgent dessert while listening to some beautiful music, why don’t you?
The Valentine’s Day exclusive dinner menu is available on February 14th only, from 6pm-10:30pm and is priced at THB 4,200++ per couple. For more information and reservations, contact 02-125-5020.
Loving You Softly
Once again, Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant brings an extraordinary Valentine’s Day dinner with specially curated dishes that’ll be sure to sweep your loved one off his or her feet. The scene is picture-perfect and romantically set for your special night together. Relax on the 37th floor terrace and share gourmet delights as you take in breathtaking views of Bangkok’s skyline and watch the sizzling sun slowly set.
The chef’s enticing Valentine’s Day menu includes refreshing Burrata Cheese and Strawberry Salad with pesto sauce, Lobster Thermidor served with seasonal vegetables and succulent Tournedos Rossini with truffle sauce. Your magical evening at Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant will end sweetly with a Sweetheart Chocolate dessert combo. Oh, and don’t forget a Forbidden Kiss or two, the restaurant’s love-inspired cocktail.
Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant of The Pullman Bangkok Hotel is open daily from 6pm – 1am. For reservations, please call 02-352-4000, 096 860 7990, email scarlettbkk@randblab.com or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Scarlettwinebarbangkok.
A Beautiful Buffet
It wouldn’t be a Valentine’s Day in Bangkok without a night of celebrations at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok.
Enjoy Valentine’s Day with your special love with an acclaimed international buffet at The Dining Room which offers delightful Thai and Asian dishes together with a fresh seafood bar. A full à la carte menu is available and the outstanding open display kitchen allows you to watch as the expert chefs prepare dishes. Guests will enjoy appetizers and salads, assorted sushi and sashimi, a carving station featuring items such as Australian Prime Rib, Roasted Lamb Rack and Fresh Herbs, Pan-Fried Foie Gras. Moreover, a variety of soups and Valentine dessert selections including Heart Pistachio, Chocolate Praline Kiss and much more are also on offer.
THB 2,500++ per adult and THB 1,250++ per child, Dinner from 6pm-10pm. Also on offer for Valentine’s Day are dinner at Tables Grill, 3,200++ per person and Spasso, THB 2,500++ per person. For more information or reservation, please contact +66 2254 6250 or email restaurants.bangh@hyatt.com
A Romantic Cruise down the River of Kings
Yes, we saved the best for last. To our utter delight, The Peninsula Bangkok invites couples to share some windswept and romantic moments while cruising down the Chao Phraya river this Valentine’s Day. This exclusive champagne yacht cruise and dining experience aims to bring lovers together to rejoice in the beauty of Bangkok’s iconic landmarks, while capturing the eternal romance of the River of Kings.
On the afternoon of February14, – a Wednesday – couples can share an idyllic voyage on a 76-foot luxury yacht along the Chao Phraya River paired with the essential ingredients of true love: chilled Champagne and personally inscribed Peninsula chocolates. Oh là là!
After the fairy-tale river journey through the picturesque heart of the Thai capital, couples will relax and enjoy a Peninsula Valentine’s Afternoon Tea at The Lobby. Delectable sweet delights are a timeless recipe for love, and the three-tiered silver tea tray features an irresistible array of chocolate pastries, pralines and desserts. Handcrafted by The Peninsula Bangkok’s French Executive Pastry Chef Nicolas Pelloie, some of the mouth-watering delights are made with a bespoke chocolate blend exclusively produced for the hotel by French premium brand Valrhona.
The 80-minute Luxe and Amour Champagne Valentine’s Day Cruise on the afternoon of Wednesday 14 February, followed by a Valentine’s-inspired Peninsula Afternoon Tea at The Lobby, is priced at THB 25,888++ per couple. Instead of an Afternoon Tea, one can choose an international buffet dinner at River Café & Terrace for the price of THB 30,888++ per couple; a curated six-course evening dinner at Paribatra lounge at the price of THB 88,888++ per couple, or for THB 188,888++ per couple, the six-course evening dinner with a spectacular fireworks display
For more information and reservations, please contact The Peninsula Bangkok at 02-020-2888, e-mail pbk@peninsula.com or visit www.peninsula.com/bangkok.
