Valentine’s Day Event Guide 2013
It’s time to start planning for Valentine’s Day and SocialMiami has assembled some great event ideas for the most romantic day of the year.
AN ALL INCLUSIVE RED VELVET VALENTINE AFFAIR FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES
Saturday, February 9 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The inaugural Red Velvet Valentine Affair will showcase two art exhibitions; music by celebrity DJ Brass King Rare Grooves Selector; Miami native Bianca Jade and her Jazz Ensemble, the winner of a national singing contest featured in the movie Sparkle; giveaway trips to the Bahamas; food, music, culture and great people! Show up in your finest red attire – cash prizes will be awarded for best red dress and best dressed man! Presented by Michele Henney and TRUNQUE, tickets are $40, which includes food and drinks. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Little Haiti Optimist Club. Secured parking and attendant available. Limited space so purchase tickets now! Tickets are available online.
Multitudes Contemporary Art Gallery
5570 N.E. 4th Avenue, Miami
786-897-8854 (Yvette Harris)
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VICTOR MANUELLE PERFORMS LIVE
February 14 at 9 p.m.
Salsa superstar Victor Manuelle, will perform live at the Miccosukee Resort & Gaming Entertainment Dome. Dance the night away to such hits as Ella Lo Que Quiere Es Salsa, Como Se Lo Explico Al Corazón, El Tonto Que Nunca Olvido and many more. Doors will open at 7 p.m., and the concert starts at 9. Premium seating is $90, and limited VIP seating is $125. Both ticket prices include an exquisite three-course dinner, complete with Lollo Rosso Salad, Chicken Oscar and Strawberry Mousse, along with $10 free play. Miccosukee Resort & Gaming will also be offering specials on room rates, childcare services and beverages. Purchase your tickets online.
Miccosukee Resort & Gaming
500 S.W. 177th Avenue, Miami
305-222-4600
http://www.miccosukee.com/
A VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT
February 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a selection of classical and popular pieces performed by the Alhambra String Quartet. This Valentine’s Day Concert is part of Coral Gables Museum’s Music Series made possible by Steinway Pianos. Cost is $20 for Museum members and $30 for non-members. Limited seating.
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables
VALENTINE’S DAY AT TUYO
February 14
Tuyo’s exquisite cuisine and stunning views guarantee a memorable Valentine’s Day with your special someone. Enjoy an enticing prix-fixe menu created by James Beard Award-winning Chef Norman Van Aken. Tuyo is the crown-jewel restaurant at Miami Dade College’s Miami Culinary Institute. Make your reservations now for an unforgettable evening.
Tuyo
415 N.E. 2nd Ave. Downtown Miami
305-237-3200
http://tuyomiami.com
CELEBRATE LOVE AT ARMILLARY GRILL
February 7 – 14
Treat your better half to a wonderful menu created by the InterContinental at Doral Miami’s chefs especially for Valentine’s Day. Savor a champagne-inspired meal and Godiva dessert for just $35.99 per person or add a bottle of champagne for $59.99 per person.
Armillary Grill
InterContinental at Doral Miami
2505 N.W. 87th Avenue, Doral
305-468-1400
http://www.intercontinental.com/atdoralmiami
14TH ANNUAL “MOONLIGHT & MUSIC” VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT
February 14 at 8 p.m.
Celebrate your love at a romantic, outdoor concert under the stars and overlooking Biscayne Bay at the beautiful Deering Estate at Cutler. The 14th annual “Moonlight & Music” Valentine’s Day Concert will feature world-class singer, guitarist and songwriter Allan Harris with an opening performance by jazz pianist and singer Ariel Pocock, a University of Miami sophomore. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets to enjoy during the concert. Limited refreshments will be available at the Estate for an additional fee. The romantic Valentine’s Day concert kicks-off the 2013 Deering Estate Festival of the Arts (formerly known as the SoBay Festival of the Arts) – a two-week celebration of literary, visual and performance art at the Estate. Tickets for the concert are $20 for general admission. Tickets can be purchased online for an additional fee or by calling the Deering Estate Ticket Office.
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 S.W. 72nd Avenue, Miami
305-235-1668, Ext. 233 Tickets
http://www.deeringestate.com
ARTURO SANDOVAL PERFORMS AT FAIRCHILD’S VALENTINE DAY CONCERT
February 14 at 7 p.m.
Jazz has often been lauded as the music of love so immerse yourself in the romantic sounds of jazz by the legendary musician Arturo Sandoval amidst a lush tropical landscape at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Originally from Cuba, Sandoval is a Grammy Award-winning musician and composer who is a renowned trumpet player and often incorporates Latin influences into traditional jazz. Bring your own blankets and picnic baskets to enjoy the concert on the Garden House Lawn, which will be lit up like never before! Or reserve a private table that includes wine and a candlelit dinner provided by Macy’s Catering, featuring hors d’oeuvres, a buffet with fresh salads and local vegetables, a meat carving station, and sumptuous desserts. VIP admission, including table and dinner reservations, is $150 for Fairchild members and $175 per non-member. General admission for the concert is $60 for members, $75 for non-members, $25 for students, $20 for ages 6 to 18 and free for children 5 and under. Tickets can be purchased online. Gates open at 5:30, and the concert begins at 7, rain or shine.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables
305-667-1651, Ext. 3391
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ALHAMBRA STRING QUARTET WITH PIANIST MIA VASSILEV
February 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Pianist Mia Vassilev will join the Alhambra String Quartet for an evening of favorite classical excerpts and multicultural popular pieces, with a romantic bent for you and your valentine to enjoy. Selected works include quartets and quintets by Schumann, Dvorak, Haydn and Mozart, some lively tangos, and popular songs by the Beatles and Elvis. Quartet performers are members of Alhambra Orchestra, Miami’s community orchestra. Dr. Vassilev, a faculty member at Barry University, has served as pianist for the Metropolitan Opera/Lincoln Center Commissions Program workshop and has worked for chamber festivals and opera companies domestically and internationally. Concert tickets include admission to the Museum exhibits, and a cash bar will be available during intermission and following the concert. Tickets are $20 for Museum members and $30 for non-members.
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables
305-603-8067
https://www.coralgablesmuseum.org
VALENTINE’S DAY AT THE FORGE RESTAURANT | WINE BAR
February 14
Executive Chef Dewey LoSasso will prepare an exclusive “Love Menu” priced at $75 per person for Valentine’s Day. The menu features some of The Forge’s signature dishes, including Maine Lobster Thermidor and Oak Grilled Filet Mignon with Tomato Porcini Sauce. Select individual dishes or shared plates for couples. An a-la-carte menu will also be available.
The Forge Restaurant | Wine Bar
432 41st Street, Miami Beach
305-538-8533
http://www.theforge.com/
THE PROPOSAL TABLE AT CECCONI’S MIAMI BEACH
February 14
Take a seat at table #107, also known as the “Proposal Table,” and prepare yourself for a romantic night of authentic Italian fare prepared by Executive Chef Sergio Sigala. Cecconi’s tables offer an exceptional view of the restaurant while still being intimate, surrounded by the trees of the outdoor oasis. The restaurant will be keeping its ever-decadent a la carte menu for the most romantic day of the year offering special sharing plates for couples. Enjoy the Spaghetti made with Lobster ($32) or the Black Truffle Pizza made with Goat Cheese ($32). Additional Valentine’s Day specials will include Snapper Crudo, Passion Fruit and crispy Kale, Tagliolini with Caviar and Salmon and Dry aged Rib Eye with roasted vegetables and Morel Sauce.
Cecconi’s Miami Beach
4385 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
786-507-7902
http://www.cecconismiamibeach.com/
FLORIDA COOKERY SERVES UP LOVE
February 14, with two seatings at 6 and 8:30 p.m.
South Beach’s ultimate “Single Chef” Kris Wessel will prepare a special Valentine’s Day-themed four-course menu, available at two seatings. Start off with a “Love Bite,” a Butter-poached Stone Crab & spicy orange-fried confetti appetizer, followed by silky smooth Florida Oyster stew, fennel froth & Cookery crackers. Choose between two “Commitments” (entrees): This coast’s trapped Lobster, Indian corn bisque, calabaza hash & asparagus or Latin-spiced Tournedos (Filet Mignon), Paradise Farm baby carrots and petit pois with perfect bleu cheese-gold papas soufflé. End your meal with pure “Bliss” and choose between the Sexiest. Chocolate. Fondue. Cake. Ever. or Carambola & Orange Crème Brulée, Brazil nut biscotti & Tupelo honey-bathed orange nibbles. Cost is $70 for the three-course dinner or $125 with a bottle of red, white or sparkling wine; tax and gratuity not included.
Florida Cookery
1545 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
786-276-0333
http://www.florida-cookery.com/
SPECIAL COCKTAILS AT THE HOXTON
February 14
Take a seat in section 600 and enjoy a ride on the “love swing,” especially designed to hold two lovebirds. Enjoy cocktails like the Saint Valentine Cocktail, made with Ketel One Vodka, lime, agave, coconut, pineapple purée and muddled strawberries; or Hoxton Lemonade, made with vodka, fresh squeezed lemon, basil, strawberry and topped with ginger beer; or the more masculine Honey Ryder, made with Bulliet Bourbon, honey, fresh lemon, blackberries and rosemary. All cocktails are $12.
The Hoxton
1111 S.W. 1st Avenue, Miami
305-677-8466
http://www.hoxtonmiami.com/
VALENTINE’S DAY DINING AT HAVEN GASTRO-LOUNGE
February 14
Self-proclaimed ‘food pornographer,’ Chef Todd Erickson has whipped up another enticing menu especially for Valentine’s Day. His four-course dinner, paired with Veuve Clicquot, is a perfect accompaniment to HaVen’s intimate environment. Each course will reflect their aptly named theme: first course is Sugar; second course is Spice; third course is Naughty; and the fourth course is Nice. Price is $75 p/p, tax and gratuity not included.
HaVen Gastro-Lounge
1237 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-987-8885
http://www.havengastrolounge.com/
COUPLE’S MENU AT BLOOM WYNWOOD
February 14
Executive Chef Ricardo Sauri is crafting a four-course couples sharing menu featuring a mixture of Bloom’s signature Latin and Asian street-food fare, paired with the right amount of romance. Menu items include Lobster Shaken with spicy citrus soy, papaya, peanuts, pepit; Ocean Trout with truffle honey and lemon grass glaze, bok choy, Chinese sausage and coban soy; Washu Rib Eye served with Marisol sauce and parsnip puree; and Chocolate Machu Pichu Cake. Dinner is priced at $55 p/p, plus tax and gratuity.
BLOOM Wynwood
2751 N. Miami Avenue, Wynwood Art District
305-576-5443
http://www.bloomwynwood.com/
DIVINE DINING AT TOSCA
February 14, with two seatings at 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Begin by choosing a table at Tosca that’s located in the garden with an exceptional view of all parts of the dining room. Then sit back and enjoy tasting items like Fettucine with Mascarpone Cheese tossed tableside in a Parmesan Wheel with fresh Perigold Black Truffles. The prix fixe Valentine’s Day menu is priced at $245 per couple, offered for two seatings with an exclusive Cabaret show beginning at 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Tosca
210 23rd Street, Miami Beach
786-216-7230
http://www.toscamiami.com/
WHAT HAPPENS IN YOUR HOTEL ROOM, STAYS IN YOUR HOTEL ROOM…
February 14
If a staycation is what you’re looking for, the newly opened Gale South Beach & Regent Hotel is offering an intimate package of unforgettable relaxation this Valentine’s Day. The package includes a two-night stay in a Signature Terrazzo Suite, welcome bottle of Champagne, in-room 60-minute chocolate couples massage, three-course candlelit dinner for two on the balcony with a bottle of Prosecco, and the use of two complimentary Beach Cruiser Bikes for a ride down Ocean Drive. Cost is $789 plus tax.
Gale South Beach & Regent Hotel in South Beach
1690 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 33139
305-673-0199
http://www.galehotel.com/
DINNER UNDER THE STARS
February 14, with two seatings at 6 and 9 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day enjoying a delectable dinner at Costa Grill overlooking breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy an exciting menu, featuring Endive & Crab Salad or Grilled Caesar Salad, and Fettuccini Con Funghi or Beef Carpaccio for starters, an entrée selection of Seared Branzino or Filet Mignon, and Chocolate Raspberry Cake to share for a sweet ending. The evening will include a Kir Royal toast, rose petals and live music in an enchanting outdoor setting under the stars. Rising star Ciara Rae, singer/songwriter and pianist, will liven up the night with a fusion of jazz and pop from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Cost is $125 p/p, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity.
Costa Grill
Acqualina Resort & Spa
17875 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach
1-855-591-8861
ROMANTIC THREE-COURSE DINNER
February 14 from 5 to 11 p.m.
Il Mulino New York is offering an elegant Valentine’s Day dinner featuring a special three-course menu and complimentary glass of Champagne. Indulge in upscale European fare highlighting farm-fresh ingredients, artistic preparation and impeccable service in a truly romantic setting. Cost is $125 per person, plus beverages, tax, and gratuity.
Il Mulino New York
Acqualina Resort & Spa
17875 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach
1-877-245-1342
ROMANTIC VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER AT DEVON SEAFOOD + STEAK
February 14
Devon Seafood + Steak, Miami’s newest dining destination for fresh ocean fare and prime steaks, is offering a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner menu bursting with flavor. Entrée choices include Char Crusted Ahi Tuna, Seared Sea Scallops with Lobster Risotto, 8 oz. Filet Oscar with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, and Filet & Lobster – 6 oz. filet, ½ lb. lobster tail (add $10). End the evening on a sweet note with either Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee, Chocolate Lava Cake, Apple Croustade, or Berries & Cream. Cost is $90 per couple or $49 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Devon Seafood + Steak
11715 Sherri Lane, inside The Palms at Town & Country Mall, Kendall
305-275-0226
http://www.devonseafood.com/
A DREAM EXPERIENCE AT SERAFINA
February 14
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your Dream Lover at Serafina Dream South Beach and enjoy the art deco-inspired haven situated in the midst of South Beach. Begin with a glass of Prosecco Rose and an Italian Black Truffle Pizza to share. The salad course features an Arugula Salad with Green Apples in a Champagne and Truffle Vinaigrette, followed by your choice Ravioli with Truffles, Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and Parmesan, Filet Mignon Carpaccio or Sea Bass Filet in a champagne and Leek Sauce. End the evening with a Special Lover’s Tiramisu. All for just $50 p/p.
Serafina at Dream South Beach
1111 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-673-4747
http://www.dreamhotels.com/
VALENTINE’S DAY INDULGENCE
February 14
Celebrate this Valentine’s Day in style at Lincoln Road’s sexy contemporary steakhouse, Meat Market. The Miami Beach hotspot is the perfect place to indulge and share a romantic evening complete with great food, sophisticated cocktails and fine wines. Several Valentine’s Day specials are available for couples to enjoy. Check out the special entrée for two – an innovative surf and turf: Lobster paired with Angus Chateaubriand or choose from Meat Market’s regular set menu. A variety of decadent desserts will be available as well.
Meat Market
915 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-532-0088
http://www.meatmarketmiami.com/
BE OUR VALENTINE AT TOSCANA DIVINO
February 14
Toscana Divino will indulge Miami’s lovebirds with a Tuscan-inspired escape this Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a sumptuous, four-course tasting menu as you celebrate La Festa di San Valentino, as it is known in Italy. Choose an appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert for a prix fixe dinner priced at $75 per person. Selections from the menu a la carte will also be available.
Toscana Divino
900 S. Miami Avenue, Downtown Miami
305-371-2767
http://www.toscanadivino.com/
DECADENT DINNER AT TORO TORO
February 14
Chef Richard Sandoval has created a decadent Valentine’s Day Dinner for two at the InterContinental Miami’s critically-acclaimed Pan-Latin steakhouse, Toro Toro. The sumptuous prix fixe menu is priced at $85 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Dinner begins with a complimentary amuse bouche, followed by a platter of shrimp, crab and oysters, Toro Toro’s signature salad, parmesan crusted scallops and a wild mushroom flatbread. Share the “His and Her Skillet” of Omaha Rib Eye, Chorizo, Lobster Tail and Prawns and end on a sweet note with a dessert sampler for two.
Toro Toro at the InterContinental Miami
100 Chopin Plaza, Downtown Miami
305-372-4710
http://www.torotoromiami.com/
DUTCH TREAT
February 14
Recently named “Best New Restaurant 2012” by Miami New Times, The Dutch offers American cuisine and a vibrant ambiance. Chef Andrew Carmellini’s Valentine’s Day three-course prix-fixe menu is priced at $69 per person, tax and gratuity not included. For starters, get cozy over first course offerings such as Roasted Beets with goat cheese, candied pistachio and grapefruit, or Tuna Tartare with harissa, Israeli cous cous and Greek yogurt. Entree options include Crispy Branzino with roasted cauliflower, Concord grapes and pine nuts, or Guinness-Braised Short Ribs with Yukon golds and roasted Brussels sprouts. End by sharing a choice of seasonal desserts. The a la carte menu will also be available.
The Dutch at W South Beach Hotel & Residences
2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-938-3111
http://www.thedutchmiami.com/
NORTHERN ITALIAN CUISINE AT QUATTRO GASTRONOMIA ITALIANA
February 14
Celebrate San Valentine 2013 at Quattro Gastronomia Italiana and enjoy an evening of romanza with a special Valentine’s Day tasting menu. The delectable four-course dinner for two is priced at $80 per person, tax and gratuity not included. To accompany the tasting menu, a specialty Italian wine pairing option is available per course for an additional $40 per person. Start with Maine lobster medallion with fresh burrata cheese and micro basil, followed by a squid ink risotto with scampi and prosecco. For the entrée choose Crispy Mediterranean seafood and vegetables with capers and sun dried tomato sauce, or Beef filet grilled with balsamic demiglace, parmesan cheese, asparagus and saffron roasted potatoes. Finish off the evening with a Passion fruit panna cotta with white chocolate sauce and limoncelo sorbet.
Quattro
1014 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-531-4833
http://www.quattromiami.com/
LA DOLCE VITA
February 14
Indulge your sweetheart at Dolce Italian and enjoy a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner featuring updated authentic Italian classics. The special prix-fixe menu with a glass of Prosecco is priced at $75 per person, tax and gratuity not included. Entrée choices include Filet Mignon with potato gratin, roasted carrots, asparagus and black truffle sauce; Chilean Sea Bass with shrimp and clam sauce and sautéed spinach; or Black Truffle Ravioli with vegetable ragu. Relax over coffee as you choose a decadent dolce – Strawberry Tart with sponge cake, Chantilly cream and fresh strawberries or Chocolate Cake with Verona chocolate and mascarpone cream. The regular a la carte menu will also be available.
Dolce Italian in The Gale Hotel South Beach
1690 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-673-0199
http://www. ldvhospitality.com/brands/dolce-italian/
A ROMANTIC REPAST AT BLT STEAK AT THE BETSY
February 14
Dine alfresco on the patio kissed by ocean breezes this Valentine’s Day at BLT Steak at the Betsy South Beach. Special selections from the Blackboard Menu are offered a la carte, or for $70 choose three courses and a side dish. Regular a la carte menu will be available as well. Tax and gratuity not included. Selections to savor include: Peekytoe Crab Salad; Jackman Ranch Wagyu Coulotte with seared foie gras, pomme macaire and red wine sauce; Butter Poached Lobster; Chocolate Truffle Torte; or Strawberry Pavlova with passionfruit ice cream and sangria consommé. Reservations are suggested.
BLT Steak at The Betsy South Beach
1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
305-673-0044
http://www. Betsysouthbeach.com/blt-steak
OLD FASHIONED LOVE IN A NEW MODERN AMERICAN EATERY
February 14
Share a majestic evening under the stars or in the cozy dining room at Oak Tavern Fine Food & Spirits. Chef/ owner David Bracha has created a special prix-fixe menu priced at $50 per person, tax and gratuity not included. A special wine flight is also available, as well as the regular a la carte menu. The chef’s favorites are Roasted Beets with shipped goat cheese, arugula and pistachio vinaigrette or Baked Oysters with hollandaise sauce and paddlefish caviar. Main course offerings include Mushroom Crusted NY Strip Steak with truffle butter, grilled leeks and smashed potato or Herb Roasted Cobia with cauliflower puree and lemon butter. End the night on a sweet note with a Chocolate Souffle or Passionfruit Crème Brulee.
Oak Tavern Fine Food & Spirits
35 N.E. 40th Street, Miami Design District
786-391-1818
http://www. oaktavernmiami.com
2ND ANNUAL LOVE IN THE PARK
February 14 from 5:30 to 10 p.m.
Enjoy a unique Valentine’s Day experience at LOVE in the Park, presented by Publix Aprons Event Planning Catering. Skip the busy restaurant lines and enjoy a romantic, all-inclusive evening under the stars with your loved one. Begin with a bottle of wine, provided by Tuscany Wines, to pair with a selection of culinary creations prepared by Publix Aprons’ top chefs. Sway to the sultry sounds of singer/songwriter Cat Shell amid the gorgeous outdoor setting silhouetted by the famed New River. Choose general admission tickets ($80 for two) and bring blankets or chairs to dine picnic-style on the lawn; or opt for VIP tickets ($125) which allow you access to the VIP lounge area which will be set with tables, chairs and a special take-home gift.
Huizenga Plaza
32 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale
954-468-1541, Ext. 203
DIA DE SAN VALENTIN
February 14
Love is in the air at Mercadito Midtown for lovers to share a menu featuring an array of creative Mexican fare by Chef/Partner Patricio Sandoval. Enjoy a five-course menu for $45 p/p, the perfect way to spice up an evening. Savor a glass of champagne, two types of guacamole such as the Mango or Toreado, one choice of Botanas or Ceviches, including Flautas or Shrimp Ceviche, two types of Platos Fuertes, such as Enchiladas or Chile Relleno, and a decadent flan dessert such as Flan de Tres Leches, Flan de Cajeta or Chocoflan. Reservations are highly recommended! . For reservations please call 786.369.0430.
Mercadito Midtown
3252 N.E. 1st Avenue, Midtown
786-369-0430
http://www.mercaditorestaurants.com/midtown/
TRUE ROMANCE AT FONTAINEBLEAU MIAMI BEACH
February 14
Treat your sweetheart to an unforgettable night at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, where there’s an array of sensual options sure to surprise and delight! Enjoy an indulgent poolside cabana featuring a prix-fixe menu from award-winning restaurant, Gotham Steak; special prix- fixe menus at Scarpetta and Hakkasan; a private moonlit cabana dinner at Fontainebleau’s chic two level outdoor restaurant, La Côte;, Valentine’s Day-inspired treats at signature patisserie Solo; and special cabana offers featuring champagne and chocolate covered strawberries. There’s something for everyone! Gotham Steak will offer options like Petrossian Caviar; Whole Roasted Rack of Lamb, and Whole Roasted European Dover Sole with fresh flowers and discreet personalized butler service. Private cabana menu prices are $550 per couple for the prix-fixe menu and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut, Reims; $700 per couple for the prix-fixe menu, and a bottle of Laurent Perrier Rosé. Gotham Steak will also serve their a la carte menu in the dining room. Scarpetta’s prix-fixe menu is $85 p/p, Hakkasan is offering its regular a la carte menu along with a Cantonese-style prix-fixe dinner for $350 per couple. Enjoy a private dinner atop La Cote Mediterranean Grill with sweeping ocean views. A four-course prix-fixe dinner is $120 per couple or $199 per couple in a private cabana with a Champagne toast. Restaurant patrons are provided discounted valet parking of $12 with validation.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
1-877-326-7412
http://www. Fontainebleau.com/web/specials/valentines_day/
HILARY HAHN AT THE ARSHT CENTER
February 14 at 8 p.m.
Grammy-winning violinist Hilary Hahn’s probing interpretations and technical brilliance have made her one of the most sought-after artists of our time. Although only 32 years old, her international fame and recognition, including two Grammy Awards and the 2008 Classic FM / Gramophone Artist of the Year – are testaments to her talent and drive. Her program will include, Bach’s Chaconne, Fauré’s Sonata No. 1, Corelli’s Sonata No. 4 in F Major, as well as a selection of her famed In 27 Pieces: the Hilary Hahn Encores, a series of short-form compositions for violin created by 27 different composers which Hahn herself commissioned. Hahn’s performance is part of the Knight Masterworks Series which offers a free pre-concert talk at 7 p.m. in the Peacock Education Center at Knight Concert Hall. Concert tickets range from $50 to $130 and are available online or at the box office.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
Knight Concert Hall
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami
305-949-6722
http://www.arshtcenter.org/tickets/calendar/view.aspx?id=11638#tickets/
PROPOSE AT SEA ABOARD THRILLER MIAMI
February 14 at 5:45 p.m.
Set off aboard Thriller Miami for a Champagne Sunset Cruise to set the tone of your Valentine’s Day. Your journey will take you by way of Biscayne Bay to Millionaire’s Row and then off into the Atlantic for a Champagne toast as you watch the glorious sunset. A red rose for all the ladies! Cost is $35 per person.
Thriller Miami docked at Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami
KIDS NIGHT OUT
February 14 from 6 to 10 p.m.
Just for Valentine’s Day, FB Kids will celebrate the holiday by offering parents the gift of “private time.” Kids ages 4 -12 ($50 per child) are invited to enjoy dinner and participate in camp activities, Kids can make their favorite dessert at the Sundae Dessert Bar, stuff a bear with heartfelt decorations and watch the movie, Wreck It Ralph. This FB Kids’ event is open to the public. Fontainebleau Miami Beach 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach 1-877-512-8002 www.fontainebleau.com.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
1-877-512-8002
http://www.fontainebleau.com/
AN INTIMATE VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER AT GRILLE 401
February 14
Enjoy an intimate and sophisticated Valentine’s Day dinner at Grille 401, offering special items that include Pan-Seared Scallops with Herb Polenta Cake and Lemon Beurre Blanc, Jumbo Florida Stone Crabs with Mustard Sauce, Filet Las Olas topped with Maine Lobster, Jumbo Asparagus and Béarnaise Sauce, and Red Velvet Cake for dessert.
Located at 401 East Las Olas in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Grille 401 is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.; Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and Sunday from 4:00p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Appetizer menu is offered Friday and Saturday from Midnight until 1:00 a.m. For Valentine’s Day reservations and more information, please call 954-767-0222 or visit http://www.grille401.com/.
Grille 401
401 East Las Olas Boulevard, Ft. Lauderdale
954-767-0222
http://www.grille401.com/
