Eating places and bakeries rise to the event to make the vacation particular
Love finds a method, even in a yr claimed by the pandemic. {Couples} are nonetheless planning to have a good time Valentine’s Day, whether or not it’s dining out in their favourite, romantic spot or recreating a wonderful dining meal at home.
A number of eating places, together with upscale locations — even the yearly feast, Pigmania, at Goodwood Museum & Gardens — are providing takeout as an possibility.
To make takeout extra romantic, Jenny Eason, common supervisor of Black Fig, the catering and storefront store, suggests diners take away meals from their takeout containers, organize them on their greatest dishes, and set out candlelight with flowers or different fairly accents. You possibly can even pile a bunch of cushions round a espresso desk as a substitute of consuming at the dining room desk.
For those who’re cooking at home, contemplate shopping for particular desserts like pink velvet desserts, coronary heart-formed pastries or chocolate-lined roses.
Listed here are some concepts for locations which might be providing specials for all weekend or simply on Feb. 14. Some are dining in solely however you’ll additionally discover loads of decisions for takeout as effectively. No matter you do, make reservations early.
These eating places and bakeries are both providing Valentine’s Day specials or providing particular hours on Feb. 14th. There are a number of cozy spots which might be excellent for any date nights so if we’ve missed certainly one of your favorites, please e-mail [email protected]
Aaru’s: Specializing in Indian, Indochinese, Thai and Indi-Mex delicacies, Aaru’s is serving a particular Valentine’s Day, 4-course dinner for 2, with a complimentary glass of wine. There’s out of doors patio and deck seating in addition to indoor seating. You may also get your meal to go (with out wine). 1108 S. Magnolia Dr.; 850-350-0129.
Backwoods Crossing: The farm-to-desk restaurant is providing dining in, takeout or supply via BiteSquad. Along with the common menu and the Backyard Creation menu, a 4-course surf-and-turf, Valentine’s dinner can be obtainable for $60 per particular person from Feb. 10 to Feb. 14 (the restaurant can be open on Sunday for Valentine’s Day dinners solely). Reservations accepted for 2 to eight diners. 6725 Mahan Dr.; 850-765-3753.
Black Fig: The catering service, which additionally has a storefront togo enterprise, is getting ready a la carte dishes for a 5-course Valentine’s Day dinner. Objects embrace Italian wedding ceremony soup, salmon Wellington, Candy Grass Dairy coronary heart-formed cheese and chocolate molten lava cake. You possibly can add your individual alcohol to infusion kits with dried raspberries and roses. Deadline for orders is Feb. 11, for pickup by four p.m. Feb. 13. 1300 Village Sq. Blvd.; 850-727-0016.
Blu Halo: Order an upscale meal for home or dine in. Blu Halo’s Valentine’s menu, served Feb. 12-14, options la carte objects together with arból and cheddar-baked oysters, surf or turf entrees and bourbon and strawberry brown butter cake. Bannerman Crossings, 3431 Bannerman Rd.; 850-999-1696.
Boru Boru: Sushi burritos, bowls and ramen are highlights right here. A “Galentine’s Day” particular is on the market from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 13: a $10 meal with two boba teas, two appetizers and two cookies. (Galentine’s Day was created by fictional character Leslie Knope of the TV present, Parks and Recreation, to honor the women in your life.) For Valentine’s Day, you may order two sides and get one free, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 14. 1861 W. Tennessee St.; 850-270-9253.
Chuck’s Fish: The brand new downtown restaurant, recognized for its recent seafood and sushi, is often closed Sunday night however it is going to be open from 5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14. Chuck’s can be operating specials from Thursday via Sunday night time. 224 E. Faculty Ave.; 850-597-7506.
Clusters & Hops: The intimate restaurant and retail wine and cheese store can be closed Sunday however chef/proprietor Kent Steels can be presenting Valentines specials all week. Search for salad with elk carpaccio, Kobe beef sliders, bone marrow for 2 with pickled beets, and “Nuttin’ however the bacon” with maple glazed bacon, duck bacon, do-it-yourself maple bacon gelato and nuts sauteed with duck and bacon fats. You may also choose wine off the shelf (there are greater than 2,800 decisions) for the retail value and pay a $10 corkage price. No reservations so get there early and you can even do curbside pickup. 707 N. Monroe St., 850-222-2669.
The Edison Restaurant: {Couples} can order a 3-course meal with a complimentary bottle of champagne (for company 21 and over) for $100 from three to eight p.m. on Feb. 14. You possibly can dine in or strive for a desk overlooking Cascades Park or get takeout. 470 Suwannee St.; 850-765-9771.
Essence of India: Get pleasure from a Valentine’s dinner with Indian specialties for 2 on Feb. 14, beginning at 5 p.m., with dwell sitar music by Christopher Seepersaud from 6:30 to eight:30 p.m. 1105 Apalachee Pkwy.; 850-656-7200.
Meals Superb Meals: The up to date restaurant will supply Sunday brunch, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with bottomless mimosas. At dinner, savor specials lamb ossobuco and surf-and-turf with filet and lobster claw or the common menu. Bottles of champagne for $20 all day Feb. 14. Dinner from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Takeout obtainable. 1950 Thomasville Rd.; 850-224-9974.
Georgio’s Fantastic Meals & Spirits: Proprietor Georgio Koikos can be serving steak, seafood and cocktail Valentine’s specials all weekend, and the restaurant will open on Feb. 14. 2971 Apalachee Pkwy.; Tallahassee; 850-877-3211.
Il Lusso: The upscale Italian restaurant is often closed on Sunday however it is going to be open from 5 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 14, that includes the common menu, with indoor and out of doors dining. 201 E. Park Ave.; 850-765-8620.
Little Paris: Government chef/proprietor Herve Alcesilas and chef Loic Alcesilas are serving a 3-course, Valentine’s Day meal in the French custom. Decisions embrace a terrine of foie gras, cherry compote and brioche, crispy hen full of pesto and chocolate fondant. Dine-in or outdoors or get your meal togo, from four to 9 p.m.; $59 per particular person. 1355 Market St.; 850-765-7457.
Lucilla: Homeowners Joe Richardson and Lara Hooper can be presenting a 4-course “Mardi Gras Valentines” dinner. Decisions embrace lobster and shrimp gumbo, andouille and cornbread stuffed hen and chocolate chocolate chip bread pudding with bourbon sauce. The dinner is on the market Feb. 12 to 14 for $69 per particular person or $138 per couple with choices for beer, wine and cocktail pairings. Dine-in solely. 1241 E. Lafayette St.; 850-900-5117.
Melting Pot: The fondu specialists are providing a 4-course, prix-fixe Valentine’s Day menu from 1 to 11 p.m. Feb. 13 and midday to 10 p.m. Feb. 14 for $75 per particular person. The dinner consists of cheese and chocolate fondues, salad and entree choices comparable to filet mignon, lobster, shrimp, hen and sirloin. $75 per particular person. 2727 N. Monroe St.; 850-386-7440.
Mimi’s Desk: Government chef/proprietor William Lawson is getting ready wine and meals specials for Valentine’s Day together with Mimi’s common menu. You possibly can dine in or get takeout. Lawson stated every buyer will obtain a small reward whether or not dining in or getting takeout for Valentine’s Day. 1311 Miccosukee Rd.; 850-999-8406. Prime photograph at Mimi’s by Tori Lynn Schneider/Tallahassee Democrat
OverUnder Bar: The Midtown bar, lounge and restaurant is providing Valentine’s meals and wine pairings at 6 p.m. Feb. 1. The associated fee is $80 per particular person or $150 per couple. E mail [email protected] to make reservations. 1240 Thomasville Rd.; 850-597-7552;
Rootstock Pours + Plates: The retro restaurant/bar is showcasing a particular meals and cocktail menu for Valentine’s Day weekend. Dishes embrace oysters 3 ways, surf-and-turf (petite filet and lobster tail), bucatini carbonara, vegetarian cauliflower steak and molten lava cake. Reservations are usually not required, however are inspired — e-mail [email protected]. 228 S. Adams St.; 850-518-0201.
Sage: The cousin to Il Lusso, Sage is often closed on Sunday however it is going to be open from 5 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 14th, that includes the common menu and cocktails, with indoor and out of doors dining. 3534 Maclay Blvd. South; 850-270-9396.
Savour: Chef Brian Knepper can be providing specials via Valentine’s Day, with dishes like lobster ravioli and seared duck. Savour is often closed on Sundays however can be opening Feb. 14. The restaurant is booked however you may put your title on the wait checklist or have an early Valentine’s Day dinner earlier than Friday. 115 E. Park Ave.; 850-765-6966.
Ted’s Montana Steaks: The steakhouse can be providing meals and wine specials from Feb. 12 to 14 with curbside and togo choices. One possibility: Ted’s Butcher Shoppe will characteristic a Valentine’s Butcher Field for a steak dinner at home, with two ranch-raised bison filets and two USDA Alternative beef filets for $100. Order by 11 a.m. Feb. 11 for subsequent day arrival at www.tedsbutchershoppe.com 1954 Village Inexperienced Method; 850-561-8337
Z.Bardhi’s Italian Delicacies: The restaurant is booked for dinner on Feb. 14 however you may nonetheless reserve a spot for brunch, served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Z.Bardhi’s has a lined patio; no takeout on Valentine’s Day. 3596 Kinhega Dr.; 850-894-9919.
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Pigmania: Right here’s a enjoyable possibility for Valentine’s Day. The key fundraiser for the Goodwood Museum & Gardens can be doing one thing completely different this yr: giving company the choice of dining open air on the entrance garden or taking meals home. The menu options Southern-model favorites like pulled pork, Lagran’s mac ‘n cheese, Nella’s corn chowder, collard casserole, pickled slaw, bacon brittle and bourbon milkshakes. Tickets vary from $75 to $2,000. 1600 Miccosukee Rd.; 850-877-4202.
Sweets to your sweetie
Au Péché Mignon French Pastry Store: The downtown bakery is generally closed on Sunday, however it is going to be open from 10 a.m. to six p.m. Feb. 14, providing French pastries, milk and darkish candies (some Valentine-themed), macarons and croissants. 220 Duval St.; 850-668-5533.
Barb’s Brittles: Barbara McGarrah has been making brittle and do-it-yourself ice cream for 17 years. For Valentine’s Day, she’s getting ready praline and brittle hearts, brittle popcorn and pink velvet cream cheese ice cream, amongst different goodies. Barb’s can be open from midday to six p.m. Friday to Sunday in her Lake Ella cottage. 1671 N. Monroe St.; 850-385-9839.
Peterbrooke Chocolatier: You’ll discover all kinds of candies, together with well-liked chocolate-lined strawberries, smash open hearts, baskets, packing containers and extra. 1817 Thomasville Rd.; 850-577-3111.
Smallcakes Tallahassee: These two retailers are taking orders for Valentine’s cupcakes via Feb. 11 for pickup Feb. 13. Killearn Buying Heart, 3495 Thomasville Rd.; 850-999-1943 and 1480 Apalachee Parkway; 850-765-2785..
Tasty Pastry: The household-run restaurant is showcasing a wide range of Valentine’s Day-themed treats together with coronary heart-formed desserts and cookies and cupcakes. Supply and reward packages obtainable. 1355 Market St.; 850-893-3752.
TC Bakery: Proprietor/baker Jennifer Younger can be that includes do-it-yourself Valentine’s Day sweets, together with a six-pack of pink velvet, vanilla and chocolate cupcakes and 6-inch pink velvet and vanilla desserts from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. 614 Eugenia St.; 850-577-1776.
