Can you believe that Valentine’s Day is this week away and guess what, we got you covered if you are looking for last minute plans to do with your significant other. Seduce them with a trip around the city through food and indulge in all kinds of different cuisines and experiences. Valentine’s day is meant to be spent with the ones you love most and what better way to spend the day than eating.

Loulou

Sip on a Valentini at Loulou (176 8th Ave.) in the heart of Chelsea on Valentine’s Day or V-Day weekend. Served in a heart-shaped glass, the cocktail comes with muddled raspberries, mint leaves, lemon juice, simple syrup, yellow chartreuse, vodka and topped with Prosecco. Reservations can be made by visiting, https://www.loulounyc.com

Kumi (120 W. 57th St), the modern Japanese and Korean American restaurant opening on February 3rd, will offer a Kiss Me Kumi Valentine’s Day Special for $85 per person. The menu includes 2 Kiss Me Kumi cocktails as well as a Citrus Green Salad, Shaved Vegetables, Steamed Edamame, Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, Spicy Tuna Tartare, Fried Rice Hondashi Rice and Vegetables, Chef’s Selection of assorted sushi and rolls, Green Tea Smoked Chicken, Ginger Gochujang Glazed Salmon, Sesame Watercress, Sauteed Greens and Chef’s Selection of Desserts. Vegan and vegetarian options are available upon request and more information can be found by visiting, https://www.kumirestaurant.com/

One Over The Top Way To Kick-Off The Holiday Weekend…

Don’t worry if you didn’t have the New Year’s Eve of your dreams.  NOIR in Chelsea picked a new day to celebrate the new year and it's Friday, February 11th.  Here’s to making your own rules this year. Tickets for this New Year’s Eve 2.0 party begin at $65, which includes a two-hour open bar and passed hors d'oeuvres complemented by a ball drop countdown to reset the clock and start 2022 anew. Reservations can be made by visiting, https://tickets.noirny.com/e/noir-nye-2

Amali

Amali (115 E 60th St) will serve up special menu items on Valentine’s Day.  Dishes to indulge in on the 14th include a Tuna Carpaccio with Meyer lemon, avocado mousse, and mint, a "Lady and the Tramp" style Spaghetti and Meatballs dish and Happy Valley Filet Mignon with creamed Bloomsdale spinach, Maitake mushrooms and Maine lobster as the ultimate surf & turf. Red Velvet Chocolate Mousse with Morello cherry compote and Kirsch cream will be offered for dessert. These options will be offered a la carte and as a Valentine’s Day only price-fixe menu for $105 per person. Reservations can be made by visiting, https://www.amalinyc.com/

Fornino

 Order a Pizza Love Fest Kit for your loved one from Fornino in Greenpoint (849 Manhattan Ave.) anytime from February 11th - 14th. The celebratory Valentine's Day feast will be offered for dine-in guests and delivery and includes an Imported Cheese and Fruit Plate, Large Salad, Two Heart Shaped Pizzas, Tiramisu, Strawberries and a Bottle of Red or White Wine for $95 (and without wine the kit is $70). For more information visit www.Fornino.com

Haven Rooftop above the Sanctuary Hotel (132 W. 47th Street) in Midtown will offer a special prix-fixe menu for Valentine's Day with the choice of an appetizer, entree and dessert complemented by a live Jazz band from 6pm - 9pm. Appetizers include Tuna Avocado, Crab Cake and Endive Pear Salad with pomegranate, candied walnuts and cherry vinaigrette, Entrees include a 6oz Filet Mignon served with truffle mashed potatoes and mushroom sauce, Salmon with asparagus risotto, Lobster Spaghetti with lobster brother and ‘Havenly’ Chicken served with Beurre Blanc sauce, Mesclun salad and fries. Top it off with Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Crème Brûlée or New York Cheesecake with Berries for dessert.  This prix-fixe menu will be offered for $89 plus tax and tip.  Reservations can be made by visiting http://www.havenrooftop.com/

Valentine’s Day at Nerai (55 E 54th St) will feature a Chef's tasting menu. The full course menu includes a variety of delicious appetizers such as the Amuse fruit plate, Seared Tuna, Pantzaria Salata, and Lobster Pasta. Entrees include a choice between Oregano Crusted Halibut or 28 Day Dry Aged New York Strip steak. Sokolatina chocolate mousse and Politiko Thessalonikis semolina cake are the shared dessert options. For $135 per person, the meal also includes a Valentine Petits Four Box with house-made truffle, finciar, and cookies inside. Reservations can be made by visiting, https://nerainyc.com/

Kintsugi

Kintsugi (28 Grand Street) will offer an unforgettable omakase experience in the heart of SoHo for Valentine’s Day.  Omakase lovers will be able to indulge in a 13 course classic and seasonal nigiri menu with a seasonal appetizer, chef’s choice handroll, tamago, miso soup, an extra taste of ‘Seasonal Premium Uni’ and dessert for $135 per person with seatings at 5pm, 7pm and 9pm.  Kintsugi will also offer an outdoor, heated omakase dining experience featuring 12 pieces of Nigiri for $75 per person. Book your reservation by visiting https://www.exploretock.com/kintsugi/

Daintree 

Catch one of New York’s breathtaking sunsets at Daintree (25 W 38th St), the intimate cocktail lounge and rooftop destination on the top floor of Hotel Hendricks in Midtown, with a Daintree Sunset special being offered Friday - Saturday from 4pm - 6pm. For $12, diners can enjoy a dozen oysters paired with a classic cocktail like an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Negroni or Martini complemented by some outrageous views. Book your reservation by visiting, https://www.daintreenyc.com/

American Brass

American Brass (2-01 50th Avenue) on the water in Long Island City will offer a delicious Valentine’s Day menu from Executive Chef Kevin McGinley for $90 per person from 5pm - 10pm. The table will start with a glass of champagne and an Amuse Bouche of Osetra caviar on a potato rosti with creme fraiche before an unforgettable first course, which includes Steak Tartare with crispy sunchokes, smoked egg yolk and sourdough, Butternut Squash Soup or Wellfleet Oysters. The Second Course features Seafood Risotto with calamari, bay scallop and uni butter, Japanese Eggplant with crispy rice, vadouvan curry and golden raisin vinaigrette or Grilled Short Rib with pomme puree, baby leeks and smoked sauce ‘diable’. And desserts include an Apple Tarte Tatin, Chocolate Mousse and Red Wine Velvet Cake with cream cheese ganache, poached pear and graham cracker cookies. Book your reservation by visiting, https://www.americanbrasslic.com/

Slate

Slate (54 W. 21st St.), the upscale bar, lounge and club in the heart of Chelsea, will offer Pull Apart My Heart Pizza Stuffed Garlic Knots from Executive Chef Darryl Harmon as a special complemented by a special live Jazz band from 8pm - 11pm. More information can be found by visiting, https://slate-ny.com/

Bar Marseille

Bar Marseille (190 Beach 69th St) in the Rockaways will have a special Valentine’s Day menu to celebrate the holiday. Diners can enjoy a Roasted Beet Salad with endive, citrus and Humboldt cheese for $14, Lobster Bisque with Creme Fraiche and jalapeno lemongrass oil for $16, Ribeye for Two with pomme puree, brussel sprouts and au jus for $95, Scoglio Pasta with calamari, mussels, shrimp and tomato for $27 and Lemon Olive Oil Cake with rosemary, chantilly cream and honey for $14. Order one of their delicious cocktails to complement the experience with your special someone. More information can be found by visiting, https://www.barmarseille.com/

Clinton Hall has expansive indoor and outdoor seating at their FiDi (90 Washington St.), 36th Street (16 W. 36th Street), E. 51st Street (230 E. 51st), and Williamsburg (247 Metropolitan Ave.) locations for lovebirds to enjoy the decadent Valentine’s Day Waffle for $30 available on Friday, Saturday and Monday. The waffle includes 3 red velvet waffles stacked, chocolate ice cream, cocoa nibs topped with a giant Hershey’s Kiss, raspberry cheesecake brownie, Dizzy Pop, lip pops, M&M’s, Heart Swedish Fish, popcorn and Conversation Hearts. More information can be found by visiting, https://www.clintonhallny.com/

And on Long Island / In the Hamptons…

Juniper

Juniper at The Vanderbilt (990 Corporate Dr Juniper) on Long Island will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a variety of specials on the night of the 14th. The first course includes a Hudson Valley Foie Gras with brioche and citrus Mostarda, Chicory Salad and Belon Oysters with Caviar and Bergamot cream. Fabulous featured entrees include Lobster Ravioli and dishes perfect for sharing like a Ribeye with mushrooms and root vegetable gratin for two and Whole Roasted Red Snapper with coconut rice for two. Dessert options include PB&J baked Alaska or Tristar Strawberries with yogurt sorbet and honey crumble for dessert. Champagne by the glass selections are available. To make a reservation, visit www.juniperlongisland.com.

Calissa 

Calissa (1020 Montauk Hwy) in Water Mill will celebrate the holiday with a special full-course menu. The menu features a Winter Hummus and Grilled Langoustine for appetizers. Main course specials include Pappardelle with Lamb Ragu and Black Truffle in addition to Sea Scallops with Maine Lobster and Greek fava. Chef Bob’s Carrot Cake with cream cheese frosting will be a delectable way to end a delicious meal with your sweetheart. For reservations, visit www.calissahamptons.com

Slate

On Monday, February 14th, Slate (54 W 21st St) hosts A Trill Love Fest Valentine’s Day. The jazz night features a live performance from bassist Jonathan Michel and L’Ouverture featuring soul-jazz singer Melenie Charles. The live session will last from 8pm to 11pm. Tickets are available at Slatetickets.com.

Cathédrale

Located within the Moxy East Village, is a trendy hotel/ lifestyle destination and downtown celeb-hot spot known for its bevvy of star sightings and parties and it’s the perfect spot to show off the one you love.  

This Sunday’s brunch is also a special one because we are taking our Saturday Jazz Brunch and adding it to Sunday because nothing elevates romance more than Jazz. Jazz musician, Antoine Drye (plus special guests), is going to play a 3-hour set.  Antoine has a big following here in NYC, he’s a regular at Lincoln Center Jazz, plays frequently with Jean Baptiste from tonight show, and played on Sundays at Café Altro Paridiso in Soho last summer. Reservations are available online to dine indoors, outdoors or on the terrace at Cathédrale here, and walk-ins are welcome for Brunch as well.

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