For many, the sole mention of the 14th of February, day of love and friendship, recalls an ultra cliché day exclusively intended to make you buy stuff. But let’s be honest, which woman doesn’t like to be occasionally pampered by their partner? Thus, here is a list of five cool and romantic options to surprise your partner on this Valentine’s Day, and earn some bonus points.
Cooking classes by PinChef
If you love cooking and believe you have a few kitchen skills, don’t miss these classes offered by PinChef. Here you’ll learn to prepare dishes such as the duck and watercress salad, and the blue cheese and bacon umami pizza, to create a romantic dinner for your partner. The perfect plan for this 14th of February! The class will be on the upcoming 11th of February at Mercado Roma, the best part is that it’s totally free! Reserve your spot by sending an email to [email protected].
If you can’t make it to class, don’t worry! PinChef has a special package for that date. Pick an entrée, a main course, and dessert or wine, they’ll be delivering it on Monday for you to cook with your partner within the comfort of your home.
The Pleasure of Tasting, Hidden Kitchen
If you prefer a more adventurous plan, Hidden Kitchen is the ideal choice. This company is devoted to organizing food events at unique and secret places of Mexico City. Their 14th of February event will hae a surprise menu, at a hidden location (guests will learn about the location just a few hours in advance). The idea is for you to have a unique experience to share with 40 strangers, foodies and adventurers alike, for you to delight in an unforgettable night.
For reservations or more information email them at [email protected]
Chef Series J&G Grill
For those in search of a luxury cuisine experience on this Valentine’s Day, the St. Regis Mexico City hotel offers an exceptional dinner. On the 14th of February, J&G Grill will hold its first Chef Series event of the year, where the executive chef designs menus in partnership with renowned national chefs. On this occasion, a couple in love will cook the special menu of the 14th of Feruary, Emmanuelle Deboise, renowned baker and wife of Chef Olivier Deboise Mendez, creating a 6-course menu with an exclusive wine pairing created by the house sommelier. The menu will surprise everyone with dishes that include tomatoes, cucumbers and turnips perfumed with seaweed and mint, oyster foam, cach of the day with potatoes and apples in a variety of textures, coucous with duck confit and glazed carrots, fresh goat cheese tempura, quince jelly and rosemary ice cream, choux of praline, lemon and yuzu in a warm chocolate sauce. Doesn’t that sound amazing?
Reserve a spot at 5228-1935 or http://www.jggrilldf.com
Alboa Prime
If you’d rather go for something more casual, we suggest Alboa Prime. This entertainment site offers a six-course dinner with dishes like Asian BBQ chicken wings with bubu arare, flat iron Wagyu with kombu seaweed salt and butter sauce, and their delicious tiny orange popsicles with ginger. If you visit on the 14th of Vebruary, Alboa gives you one hour of bowling per table for free!
What could be better than a tasty dinner while bowling with your partner?
For reservations call 21678585
Macarons at Gelatoscopio
If you are a Valentine’s Day hater, but know that not getting a gift for your girlfriend will get you in trouble, we have the perfect touch for you! The new Gelatoscopio ice cream shop in Polanquito offers unique creations, and this date is no exception. It has joined Theurel & Thomas to offer macarons filled with strawberries and cream ice cream. Invite your girlfriend to this delicious creation, and you’ll be her prince!
Oscar Wilde 20 Tel: 5086 6959
