If the way to the heart is indeed through the stomach, then the Valentine’s Day dinner date needs to be artfully planned with as much seduction as the fragrance, the music, the flowers and the chocolates.
Come to think of it, all of those romantic confections are foreplay at the best restaurants.
The stakes are high undoubtedly, and many might shy away from making a Valentine’s dinner commitment. After all, there is so much on the line.
But it’s also true that the mind is the sexiest part of the body.
So fear not.
It’s also true that the master chefs and their talented staff are itching to play Cupid.
Succumb to the dreamy ambiance.
Click away and find the restaurant that channels the mood-enhancing style and experience that will create a romantic memory.
Some of the best Valentine’s Day restaurants to consider:
Almond French Bistro Restaurant is offering a sexy 4-course Blood Orange menu.
This reporter enjoyed blood oranges so much at school in Europe.
Master Chef Jason Weiner is amazing. He is a featured, special chef in the soon-to-be-published book: “The Hamptons & Long Island Homegrown Cookbook.” http://tiny.cc/upoo4
And a select chef in the Food Network’s virtual Thanksgiving recipes this reporter submitted from the book’s recipes: http://blog.foodnetwork.com/fn-dish/2011/11/16/communal-table-food-community/ for Chef Jason’s Main Dish on Examiner.com’s review entry of his Grilled Quail with a Warm Beet, Frisee and Pistachio Salad
So drumroll please for the benchmark established for Chef Jason.
Almond’s Blood Orange online preview menu is, appropriately, colored pink and orange.
http://www.almondrestaurant.com/
The Valentine’s dinner libido includes Iced Beausoleil oysters, blood orange presecco granite (be still my heart)
Or
Winter salad sylvetta, pecorino toscano, avocado, heart of palm, blood orange vinaigrette
Duck and Foie Gras Afnolotti a l’Orange pistachios, fried sage or Peconic Bay Scallops blood orange hollandaise, crispy brussels sprouts
Chocolate Tart blood oranges three ways
Did they list a three way! Ha.
In Bridgehampton or Gotham
Inside Park
Executive Chef: Matthew Weingarten
Valentines Day 2012
First Course
Lover’s Amuse Trio (there’s that three-way suggestion again!)
Second Course choice of
Sunchoke and Hazelnut Veloute
Marinated Foie Gras Terrine huckleberries and parsnip bread
Green Salad Bouquet roasted Anjou pear, toasted almonds and goat cheese brulee
Long Island Fluke Carpaccio
winter citrus and lobster mousseline
Third Course choice of Lamb Duet herb roasted rack and crispy shoulder confit stewed eggplant and tomato jam
Wild Salmon en Papillote ginger scented perfume, steamed bok choy and scallion
Wild Mushroom Risotto madeira poached truffles, chanterelle and porcini
Abbey Ale Marinated Grass Fed Steak
duck fat fries and glazed cippolini onion
Fourth Course choice of
Strawberries and Champagne Fresh strawberry compote and whipped champagne
Chocolate and Hazelnut dark chocolate and crispy feuillete pave with toasted hazelnut gelato
Passionfruit and Coconut pineapple and passion fruit canoli, coconut and tropical fruit consommé
Great American Farmstead Cheese Board trio of artisanal cheeses with dried fruits and house made preserves
Amarelle Restaurant
Be sure to take a special, revealing look behind the kitchen door.
Learn from the pros and then, how sweet is this –invite a special, significant other to a Four-Course lunch and wine pairing after the class.
One can always say, “I whipped up the entire meal!”
Sunday, February 12, 2012
11:00-1:30 PM
$150.00
Class Includes Four-Course Lunch with Wine Pairing at 2:00 pm immediately following the cooking prep class.
Bring a lover for just $75 more. It’s so worth it.
Amarelle is located on a quaint country junction, a stone’s throw from the swans and ducks of the across-the-street Wading River – and Manhattan.
Go all romantic and play out that Culinary Cupid fantasy.
Amarelle
2028 N Country Rd.
Wading River, NY. 11792
www.amarelle.net [1]
P 631-886-2242
North Fork Table & Inn
Epicurious posted a story about North Fork Table & Inn’s culinary couple: Master Chefs Gerry Hayden & Claudia Fleming.
Who better to recommend love in the kitchen recipe for success?
http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/holidays/valentinesday/flemingandhaydenmenu
But even better, is to dine at the North Fork Table & Inn and enjoy the Inn’s accommodations. Enjoy a mind-tingling meal and then escape up to a cozy room outfitted with Frette linens and C.O. Bigelow Apothecary skin and hair care products. And luxuriate in the pleasure of an astonishing meal and a quiet, romantic getaway.
631-765-0177
Cuvee Bistro & Bar
There is also the opportunity to enjoy a Valentine’s stay at the Greenporter Hotel and enjoy a Valentine’s dinner special treat at the Cuvee Bistro & Bar.
L’amour au Cuvée...in four courses
La Salade
Salade de Cerisoles
Mesclun greens with Barolo-braised cherries Garnished with candied Pecans and Balsamic reduction Perfect with a glass of Malbec, Argentina 8
Pour Commencer
Choice of the following appetizers
Bisque au legumes blancs d’hiver
White root vegetables, caramelized shallots and fresh herbs blended into a velvety bisque and finished with white Truffle oil Try with a glass of local Red Blend-First Crush Red, Bedell Cellars 10
Pâté de la Maison
Our house made paté with local duck, port and black truffles. Served with cornichons and Dijon garnish
Perfect with a glass of Pinot Noir, Burgundy-France 12
Des huitres à la Nouveau Orleans
Crispy local oysters from Peconic Pearls. Served on pillows of buttered brioche with a “Po” boy dijonaise
Perfect with a glass of “Cremant”, Burgundy-France 12
Les Plats
Choice of the following entrées
Les Ravioles a l’hommard**
The lightest pockets of handmade Ravioli filled with chunks of fresh lobster. Served with lobster coulis **Vegetarian or vegan option available upon request Perfect with a glass of Pinot Grigio, Fruili-Italy 9
Filet Mignon au jus avec tartelette de champignons
Cabernet-marinated filet mignon grilled to order Served au jus with a wild mushroom tartlette Try with a glass of local Merlot, Shinn Estate 10
Poulet aux amandes et roses
A succulent chicken breast braised in a honey almond and rose sauce Served with wild-rice mushroom pilaf Adapted from Rose Quail recipe from the movie “Like Water for Chocolate” Try with a glass of local Sauvignon Blanc, Raphael Vineyards 10
Les Desserts
Choice of the following desserts
Le Chocolat Chaud
Our famous hot chocolate. A silky blend of the finest chocolate from Belgium, Italy and Mexico, finished with fresh cream. Served with warm beignets Try with a snifter of Patron Añejo, Mexico 15
Crême brûlée Grand Marnier
Grand Marnier custard with crispy sugar top
Perfect with a glass of local sweet, sparkling Moscato, Laurel Lake Vineyards 12
Mousse au chocolat
Dark Belgian chocolate mousse, our own guiltless butter-free and cream-free recipe
Try with our double shot Espresso Martini 12 Wine pairings are subject to availability.
http://greenporterhotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Valetines-Day-2012.pdf
Love and kisses.
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