If your relationship has been going on for a while, Valentine’s Day could get a little dull. If you’re out of ideas beyond the usual stuffed toys and flower bouquets, but still want to celebrate hearts day, here are some alternatives to the usual Valentine’s day treats.
The Bouquet
Flowers are beautiful and chocolate-dipped fruits are delicious but for something quirkier, go for bacon roses. Yes, those exist.
Burger joint Lazy Bastard is offering a dozen for PHP2,200 (US$42.42) and 1/2 a dozen for PHP1,500 (US$28.92). If your significant other wants something more decadent, you can get a box of chocolate-dipped bacon roses for PHP1200 (US$23.14) for a box of six.
Message Lazy Bastard on Facebook for orders.
The Dinner
Plan to celebrate but want to stick to your diet plan? Gourmet Gypsy Art Cafe has got you covered. Their Valentine’s Day menu doesn’t just look delicious, it also has a keto diet-friendly version. For example, for the main course, you can choose between risotto or a cauliflower mash.
If the menu hasn’t convinced you to try it out, the restaurant’s bohemian vibe and the idea that you’ll be serenaded by international theater actress Lisa Romero de Guia probably will.
Call 662 – 0880 to reserve and visit the Gourmet Gypsy Art Cafe Facebook page for more details.
Address: 25 A. Roces Ave., Quezon City
The Activity
Going to a murder mystery party might not be high on your list of Valentine’s Day activities but why not? Instead of going on the usual movie date night, live out the drama and excitement when you go to Mystery Manila. They’re offering a 5o percent discount from Feb. 13 (Tuesday) to Feb.16 (Friday) in their Jupiter and Libis branches, so it’ll be a good deal too.
Book your visit through the Mystery Manila website and visit their Facebook page for more details and branch locations.
The Staycation
Hotel dinners are standard for Valentine’s Day but have you had it in a jellyfish rooftop bar? I’M hotel’s Antidote bar is offering just that. Apart from a great view of the city, their aquariums with incandescent jellyfish will also add to the romantic vibe. And for PHP1,890++ (US$36.44) per person, that isn’t a bad deal at all.
Then, book a one bedroom suite at I’M hotel for PHP11,337++ (US$218.56) that comes with breakfast buffet, cocktails, dessert, and your choice between a “lover’s amenity pack” or 1-hour in-room massage. If you avail of this Valentine’s hotel suite offer, they’ll also reduce the price for the Antidote bar dinner to PHP1,500++ (US$28.92) per person.
Visit the Antidote Facebook page for more details.
Address: I’M Hotel, 7862 Makati Ave. corner Kalayaan Ave., Makati City
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