Thursday 22 January 2009

Where to eat for Valentine's Day in London

Visit London send me some great ideas of things to do for Valentine. So let's start with drinking and eating out. Check the full list of places and things to do in London here: Bars & Restaurants in London

Aphrodisiac menu at St. Pancras Grand
The Lovers menu at St. Pancras Grand, devised by leading chef Billy Reid, will set pulses racing with its aphrodisiac ingredients such as pink grapefruit, native oysters and chocolate. The Valentine's menu is priced at £45 per head and includes three courses and a glass of Champagne. For more information contact Helen Rainford on 020 7420 3550.

Vegas Valentine's at Oxo Tower

Las Vegas comes to London's Oxo Tower Brasserie on 14th February with an Elvis live performance and casino tables to gamble the night away. The Oxo team have even created a little chapel which overlooks St. Paul’s where couples can renew their wedding vows or simply have a good time. Tickets are priced at £125 per person and include champagne at arrival, wine, a three course dinner and coffee. For more information contact Victoria Wagstaff on 020 7803 3805.

Cocktail Consultation at the Mandeville
This February mixologist Claudio Grisori from 'de Vigne Bar' at The Mandeville Hotel will create a tailor-made cocktail for lucky Valentine couples in an one hour long private cocktail consultation. The package is available from £150 and includes a classic cocktail shaker engraved with the names of the couple, the date, a message and the recipe, of course. For further information contact Sophie Darley on 020 7915 4777.

Fairytale views at the Swan
Swan at the Globe Brasserie will be mixing together the perfect ingredients for a night of love and romance on 13-14 February. With fairytale views across the River Thames to St Paul’s Cathedral, the Swan at the Globe Brasserie will be twinkling with candle lights. The British à la carte menu will see some romantic European additions as well as a dreamy Valentine's cocktail and a tempting chocolate after dinner drink. For images and additional information contact: Valentina Diamanti-Fox on 020 7928 3998.

Spice up your love at Café Spice Namaste
On 14th February Café Spice Namaste offers a 3-course Indian and Pan-Asian menu for £30 per person, using healthy, farm fresh ingredients and the very best of British produce where possible. The £30-package even includes a drink, either a cocktail or a glass of bubbly. For more information contact Kimberley Brown on +44 (0)870 732 3015.