Love is all around

Love is all around

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St Valentine's Day is just around the corner and it's that time of the year when you have to make a choice on where you're taking your special someone to. We've got a few suggestions for you.

The Okura Prestige Bangkok

Until Feb 28

Give your special someone the special Valentine Bear Hamper from The Okura Prestige Bangkok. Wrapped in Japanese fabrics, the hamper contains macaroons, chocolate pralines, red velvet cookies, a floral decoration and their special Okura bear. You can also opt to add a bouquet of fresh roses. The Valentine Bear Hamper is priced at B2,888 or B5,388 with the bouquet.

- The Okura Prestige Bangkok, Witthayu Road / Call 02-687-9000, email fbreservations@okurabangkok.com.

Il Fumo

Feb 12-14

Indulge in sumptuous Portuguese cuisine. Feast on a special four-course tasting menu, which include Pan-seared foie gras, Roasted beetroot and Périgord sauce and Ibérico pork. A selected à la carte menu is also available.

- Il Fumo, Rama IV Road / Call 02-286-8833 or 063-981-8161, email nelson@ilfumo.co.

Gaa

Feb 14

Gaa's 60-year-old traditional Thai house offers an exquisite setting. Enjoy a candlelight dinner with your special someone, a complimentary rose and a special menu that the both of you can enjoy with a beverage pairing available. Priced at B4,200++ per person.

- Gaa, Sukhumvit 53 / Call 063-987-4747, email reservation@gmail.com.

The Rolling Pinn

Feb 14

The Rolling Pinn has a number of sweet treats and concoctions to commemorate St Valentine's Day. Order their Sweetheart chocolate cakes, which is a choice of a creamy white chocolate or a 70% dark chocolate shell exterior, while the interior can have chocolate ganache or red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting. Either way, it's a great sweet treat and a fitting gift to give that person who holds your heart.

- The Rolling Pinn, Biohouse, Sukhumvit 39 / Call 061-428-4555, order via Line @therollingpin or IG: therollindpin.

The St. Regis Bangkok

Feb 14

St. Regis' Igniv Bangkok is serving a special Valentine's set for couples to celebrate the occasion. The four-course sharing experience includes ingredients like black truffle, caviar, beurre blanc and leche de tigre among others. The meal will be topped off with a treat from Igniv's Candy Store. The Valentine's Special Set Lunch sharing experience menu is priced at B4,500++ while the dinner sharing experience menu is priced at B5,500++.

- Igniv, The St. Regis Bangkok, Ratchadamri Road / Call 02-207-7822, email igniv.bangkok@stregis.com.

Anantara Siam Bangkok

Feb 14

Anantara Siam Bangkok has a few choices. Head over to Biscotti for an Italian four-course affair with Prawn risotto, Scallop tartare and Veal tenderloin for B1,490++ per couple. Meanwhile at Madison, chef Rick Dingen has a five-course menu for you and your special someone which includes Oyster and passion fruit entrée, Foie gras and apple terrine and Lobster with heirloom tomatoes priced at B1,490++ per couple. Over at Shintaro, the five-course Japanese line-up includes Sashimi platter, Tuna with finger lime and truffle oil and your choice of Wagyu beef or Snow fish priced at B4,990 per couple. Spice Market also has a four-course menu which features Chilli jam crackers and Hokkaido scallops with red curry priced at B1,400++ per person. Finally, if you're looking for sweet gifts to give to your special someone, Mocha & Muffins have you covered with a range of desserts from chocolate boxes (B120 to B680++) to cakes (B150++ for individual cake, B580++ for whole cake).

- Anantara Siam Bangkok, Ratchadamri Road / Call 02-126-8866 ext 1201, email dining.asia@anantara.com.

Brasserie 9

Feb 14

An eight-course French cuisine menu and live music make for a great date at Brasserie 9. Highlights of the menu include Gillardeau oyster with caviar with a glass of Champagne, Duo foie gras, Poached dover sole with saffron white sauce and Roasted lamb loin chorizo. Priced at B4,400 per couple with an optional wine pairing priced at an additional B1,444 per person. Reservations recommended.

- Brasserie 9, Sathon Soi 6 / Call 02-234-3588.

Taan

Feb 13-14

Taan's nine-course dinner is a special journey through Thai ingredients. From the likes of biodynamic pork from Khon Kaen to a pea custard, inspired by the Northern ethnic dish of khao ram feun, it's a good indulgence of local flavours. Priced at B2,800++ per person. A five-course alternative is also available at B2,200++.

- Taan, Rama I Road / Call 065-328-7374.

Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok

Feb 14

Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin will present a six-course "Her and Him Love Journey" dinner for couples that want to celebrate the occasion. Highlights include Pomegranate salad and tiger prawns, Foie gras with pineapple-ginger chutney and Tom kha soup with asparagus flan and black truffle among others. Priced at B14,999++ for two with a complimentary bottle of bubbly and a bouquet of flowers.

- Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, Rama I Road / Call 02-162-9000.

Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar

Feb 13-14

Choose from two different romantic dinners at Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar. "Love at First Bite" includes a three-course meal which features Pan-seared foie gras, Maine lobster and Chocolate for two along with a special Valentine's Day design photo album priced at B3,600++ per couple. Meanwhile, "A Romantic Escapade" has a seven-course meal that features Artichoke barigoule and sauce vierge, Cremini and truffle veloute and Maine lobster as well as a special treatment course at Let's Relax Spa, all of which is priced at B28,000 per couple.

- Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar, Narathiwat Ratchanakharin Road / Call 02-677-8722.

Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit

Feb 13-14

The District's three-course dinner, which includes Oyster and shrimp ceviche and your choice of Alaskan codfish or Wagyu beef tenderloin is priced at B3,649 per couple. Meanwhile, Octave also offers its own three-course menu with Lamb rack and salmon, as well as a delectable dessert available on St Valentine's Day itself at a price of B4,590 per couple. Finally, at 57th Street, you and your special someone can enjoy fresh seafood and grilled meats priced at B1,490 per person.

- Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit, Sukhumvit 57 / Call 02-797-0000, email diningbangkok@marriott.com.

The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok

Feb 14

Feast on French cuisine as you enjoy a seven-course dinner with a beautiful view of the river at Le Normandie priced at B25,000 per couple. Opt for seafood and grilled delicacies and head over to Lord Jim's and enjoy the likes of King crab and Double boiled chicken priced at B9,400 per couple for a four-course dinner. Meanwhile, at The Author's Lounge, enjoy a relaxing Valentine's afternoon tea set priced at B1,900++ per person per set and available until Feb 28. Finally, Kinu by Takagi offers couples a special 10-course dinner served kaiseki style priced at B20,000 per couple (B30,000 with caviar added).

- The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, 48 Oriental Avenue / Call 02-659-9000, email mobkk-restaurants@mohg.com.

Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok

Feb 14

Kimpton Maa-Lai is welcoming everyone to celebrate Valentine's whether you're single or a couple or you want to celebrate with familly. Singles can head over to Bar.Yard for a 70s disco party (entrance fee B1,000) with free flow drinks and an à la carte menu. Meanwhile, couples can head over to Ms. Jigger for a five-course menu, which features cheese fondue and black truffles priced at B2,500++ per person. Finally, if you want friends and family to celebrate with you, enjoy a special brunch at Stock.Room priced at B1,500++.

- Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, Soi Ton Son, Lumphini / Call 02-056-9999

Pullman Bangkok Hotel G

Until Feb 14

Pullman's 25 Degrees Burger Bangkok has a special set for couples. Enjoy a choice of one of their signature burgers with a red bun made from beetroot served with a side of sweet potato fries and paired with a Valentine-inspired strawberry cheesecake milkshake. The set is priced at B450++.

- Pullman Bangkok Hotel G, 25 Degrees Burger Bangkok, Silom Road / Call 02-352-4192, email yuu@randblab.com.

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