Valentine dinners/events? Post them here!

[Robin Garr]

Here's the seasonal topic! Chefs, owners, staff, fans, you're welcome to post Valentine's Day events as replies to this topic.

The usual requests apply: (1) Change the subject line to name the restaurant, to make it easy for folks to scan; and (2) avoid the PR hype, please. Just the facts, please!

[Robin Garr]

Valentine’s Day Menu at Equus/Jacks
Friday, Feb. 13- Saturday Feb. 14, 2015
Chef Stephen Dunn

First Course
Scallop, Saffron Couscous, Vanilla Poached Pear, Piment d’Esplette

Second Course
Watercress, Beets, Chevre, Macadamia Nuts, Minus 8 Vinegar

Third Course
Grouper, Black Rice, Asparagus, Peppadew, Preserved Lemon Beurre Blanc

Fourth Course
Smoked Creekstone Filet, Confit Fingerling Potatoes, Swiss Chard, Roasted Red Pepper Puree, Sauce Perigueux

Fifth Course
Banana Bread, Caramel, Whipped Peanut Butter

$60 per person plux tax and tip.
Call 897-9721

I was just looking some up yesterday - here are some that I have found.

http://www.asiatiquerestaurant.com/events.php

Happy Valentine's Day at Asiatique

Asiatique is only offering a pre fixe 4 course menu
at $50.00(excluding taxes and gratuities)/guest on Valentine Day.
Reservations made require a credit card

SALAD

baby arugula | radish kim chee, raisin, strawberry+sake vinnaigrette

garden | organic mix, carrot and hoisin+balsamic or sweet chili+basil vinaigrette

APPETIZER

shrimp | chinese 5 spice, curried chick pea, red onion, scallion

stir fry lamb | scallion, red onion, soy, chili oil, sweet potato basket

calamari | dill, panko, pickled root vegetables, spicy miso aioli

chicken satay | tumeric, lemongrass, house made peanut sauce

vegetables | tare, chocolate+balsamic reduction, asian romesco

spring roll | crabmeat, goat cheese, spicy miso aioli

ENTREE

pork shank | soy, espresso, bourbon, baby carrot, baby corn, crisp arugula

ahi tuna* | vegetables, ginger crisp, yin-yang drizzle

wok shrimp+scallop | vegetables, basil sauce, hot oil, scallion

salmon* | wok-fired, vegetables, roasted shallot, tomato concrasse, chili aioli

beef* | angus filet, cocoa+lemongrass, saffron risotto, shiitake, nyonya sauce

duck* | cumin+honey glaze, brussel sprout, duck fat, mango reduction

tofu | ginger dusted, asparagus tempura, saffron risotto, asian romesco

DESSERT

creme brulee | trio of flavors, berries compote

torte | dark chocolate, white chocolate, berry compote

cheesecake | coconut salted caramel

http://www.marriottlouisville.com/dining/events

BLU Valentine’s Day 2014 (I'm assuming the year is a typo, as it's listed under their upcoming events)
Menu offered February 14th & 15th

Four course Price fixed menu for two
$50 per person &
Includes a rose for the lady

First course
House-made crab ravioli
Brandied lobster cream
Or
Potato Gnocchi gratinee
Farmhouse cheddar/pancetta/broccoli

Second course
Winter greens
Edible rose petals/strawberries/toasted almonds
Passion fruit vinaigrette
Or
Butternut squash bisque
Pecan brittle/sourghum-bourbon crema

Entrée
Mesquite grilled Filet Mignon
Rosemary-fleur de sol potatoes/lemon scented asparagus
Truffled demi glace
Or
Bronzed Salmon
Pomegranate-honey glace/caramelized shallot risotto
Oregano roasted baby zucchini

Dessert for two
Chocolate pate/signature tiramisu/espresso crème brulee

The Louisville Marriott Downtown is also featuring a weekend Valentines day overnight package for $289 per couple that features ovoernight accomodations on 2/14 or 2/15, complimentary breakfast for two and self parking, a welcome amenity of sparkling wine and chocolate dipped strawberries and 1pm late checkout. For more information please go to the specials and packages page on http://www.marriottlouisville.com and enter promo code LUV in the promo box when booking reservations.

http://brasserieprovence.com/saint-valentines-celebration/


Saint Valentine’s Celebration
Friday February 13th and Saturday February 14th, 2015

Amuse-Bouches
Shrimp avocado mousse canapé & Prosciutto wrapped artichoke heart

Appetizer
Choice of one
Ravioli de Homard
Lobster ravioli, spinach & serrano ham tomato saffron cream sauce
Roquette et Magret de Canard Fumé
Arugula, smoked duck, Comté cheese, candied walnut, pomegranate, blood orange vinaigrette
Potage d ’Huitres
Chesapeake Bay oyster chowder, hot chili pepper scented tomato confit
Tarte de Tomates et Chévre au Basilic
Warm tomato and goat cheese tart with basil & pine nuts
Specialitée Végétalienne
Spaghetti squash Caponata

Entrée
Choice of one
Filet Mignon de Boeuf
Beef tenderloin, root vegetables ragofit, haricots verts Persillade, balsamic reduction
Coquilles St. Jacques et Crevettes
Seared sea scallops and grilled shrimp, polenta, braised leek, Nantua sauce
Loup de Mer
Chilean sea bass fillet, fingerling potatoes, braised fennel, Pistou
Quartier Avant de Poulet
French cut chicken breast, duck foie gras , chive truffle mashed potatoes , asparagus , thyme velouté
Chou-Fleur et Tofu Végétalien
Cauliflower steak, fried tofu, Nigoise relish, marinara sauce

Dessert
Choice of one
Warm Flourless Chocolate Cake
Fig Creme Brulée
St Valentine’s Red Velvet Cake
Honey and Almond Cheesecake
Mixed Berries Mousse

Mignardise
Banana foster chocolate heart

$64 per person
Seating 5-7pm and 8-1opm. For reservations please call 502-883-3153

http://www.corbettsrestaurant.com/content/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=104&Itemid=97

Valentine's Menu
Friday & Saturday February 13-14, 2015

5 Course Prix Fixe Menu $75 per Guest
(Gratuity, Alcohol, Tax not Included)

AMUSE

Blue Cheese Gougère with Candied Pecans,
Port Reduction


STARTER

Scallop, Chorizo, Sopes, Black Bean Puree,
Chipotle Chimichurri


SALAD

Mixed Greens, Blue Berries, Spiced Walnuts,
Bucherondin de Chevre, Shaved Brioche, Saba Vinaigrette


FISH

Red Snapper, Fingerlings, Artichoke, Black Olive,
Roasted Tomato Broth, Garlic Chips


BEEF

Creekstone Petite Filet, Truffled Mushroom Risotto,
Brussels Sprouts, Baby Red Radish, Sauce Milanaise


DESSERT

Chocolate Mousse Cake, Amarena Cherries,
Chocolate Gelato, Cocoa Nibs


MIGNARDISE

Raspberry Macaroons
White Chocolate Hearts

http://www.rivue.com/events-calendar/

Valentine's Day- February 5th -14th
Reservations: 502-568-4239, Complimentary Parking

$150 Per Couple (inclusive of tax & gratuity)



White Sweet Potato Bisque

With caviar, crème fraiche and chives

Broiled 7 oz. Filet, Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp

Yukon gold potato puree, broccolini, oven dried tomatoes, and smoked tomato jus

Espresso Chocolate Cake

Chambord coulis, vanilla bean whipped cream and candied nuts

http://varanese.com/events/event/taste-love/

Make your reservations now for this very special Valentine’s weekend extravaganza!

Varanese Restaurant will celebrate Valentine’s Day by hosting “A Taste of Love Aphrodisiac Dinner” from Thursday, February 12 through Sunday, February 15. The dinner will include a special seductive menu of appetizers, entrees, and desserts that are comprised of aphrodisiac ingredients designed to stimulate the appetite and inspire the heart.

Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (502) 899-9904 or emailing letsdine@varanese.com. Best reservations after 9:30pm on Saturday, or celebrate early with a Thursday or Friday reservation!

***SANDWICHES WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE THIS EVENING***

MENU

Hearts of Romaine, Hearts of Palm and Fried Artichoke Hearts
Topped with Snow Pea Tendrils Gorgonzola Cheese, Grape Tomatoes,
Toasted Almonds and Strawberry Vinaigrette – 9

Jumbo Fried Oysters with Mustard Remoulade and Chipotle Cocktail Sauce
Garnished with Micro Cilantro – 12

Charcuterie Plate with Iberico Lardo, Lamb Pancetta, Venison Salami,
Sharp Cheddar, Beamster and Edam Cheese – 12

Bourbon French Onion Soup – 5 cup / 8 bowl

Grilled Certified Angus Beef Tenderloin Served over Boursin Whipped Potatoes
Finished with Red Wine and Rosemary Hollandaise and Natural Reduction – 35

Pan Seared Hawaiian Butterfish (Walu) Served over Creamy Parmesan Gnocchi
With Broccoli Rabe Finished with Romesco Sauce -30

Grade A-5 Japanese Wagyu (Kobe) Strip Steak
Served over Truffled Fingerling Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus Finished with a Balsamic Reduction -98

Coffee Rubbed Leg of Lamb topped with a Porcini Lamb Glaze
Served over Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Baby Carrots and Asparagus – 28

Seared Diver Scallops and Lobster Ravioli tossed with Spinach and Oyster Mushrooms
With a Savory Saffron-Lobster Butter Sauce Garnished with Truffle Ribbon Potatoes – 32

Add-On Scallops – 7 each

“Dessert for Two”

Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Pie
Topped with Shaved Chocolate Served with Strawberry Ice Cream - 12

***SANDWICHES WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE THIS EVENING***

Korbel
Sparkling Rose
10gls/38bt
Belle Glos
Las Alturas Pinot Noir
65btl
Stone Street
Sauvignon Blanc
52btl
Bos
Syrah
120btl

http://www.bristolbarandgrille.com/bristol-valentines-day/



VALENTINES SPECIALS 2015
Thursday, February 12 through Saturday February 14, 2015

APPETIZER

Fresh oysters baked with spinach, bacon, cream, parmesan cheese and

Suggested wine pairing: Gruner Veltliner Glatzer ‘13

Oysters Rockefeller Gratin

Pernod liqueur. 10

(Carnuntum, Austria) 7/24

ENTREES

Chilean Sea Bass

Grilled and topped with a blood orange beurre blanc and a blood orange oil drizzle.

Served with asparagus, rice and Bristol house salad. 25

Suggested wine pairing: Chardonnay Sonoma Cutrer

“Russian River Ranches” ‘13 (Sonoma Coast, California) 10.5/37

Beef Wellington and Shrimp

Filet of beef encased in puff pastry with mushrooms and foie gras.

Served medium rare to medium and topped with Mole sauce. With 2 grilled u-12

Suggested wine pairing: Cabernet Sauvignon Franciscan ’11

shrimp. Accompanied by the vegetable of the day.

Served with a Bristol house salad. 28

(Napa Valley, California) 11.5/41.5

DESSERT

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

A half dozen of delicious chocolate dipped strawberries 12

Suggested wine pairing: Pedro Ximénez Lustau

“Solera Reserve San Emilio” (Jerez, Spain) 3 ounces 9

http://www.voice-tribune.com/event/winstons-offers-valentines-day-prix-fixe-menu-2/2015-02-13/



On Friday, Feb 13 and Saturday, Feb. 14, beginning at 5:30 p.m., Winston’s restaurant at Sullivan University is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a delectable four-course menu created by chef John Castro. Guests will be offered a choice among five entrées, which range in price from $57 to $64 (plus tax and gratuity), and appetizer, salad and dessert selections, which are included in the price of each meal. Seating is limited, so it is recommended that patrons make reservations by calling 502-456-0980.

Chef Castro’s menu for Valentine’s Day includes the following:

Appetizers
French Onion Gratinée

Roasted Red Pepper Brie Soup

Shrimp Cocktail
Three extra large shrimp with house made cocktail sauce

Fried Oysters
Six oysters with banana pepper tartar, cocktail and sweet chili sauces

Salads
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine, Parmesan cheese, croutons, tossed in our Caesar dressing

Wedge Salad
Iceberg lettuce, tomato, bacon, red onion, crumbled bleu cheese, choice of dressing

Entrées
Filet of Beef – $64
Haricots verts, baked potato

Lamb Chops – $64
Rubbed with baharat, vegetable couscous

Sea Bass – $64
Curry and fennel yuzu, matcha, jalapeno oil, roasted heirloom carrots and celeriac, potato galette

Lobster Vol-Au-Vent – $62
Puff pastry vol-au-vent with lobster, shrimp, scallops and asparagus in a cream sauce finished with brandy and chives

Salmon – $57
Salmon rice pilaf with herbs and asparagus finished with a citrus beurre blanc

Desserts
Crème Brûlée
Cheese Cake with bourbon caramel and strawberries or raspberry sauce
Coconut Cake with passion fruit and raspberry coulis
Chocolate Ganache Orange Butter Cream Cake

http://www.voice-tribune.com/event/valentines-day-dinner-in-the-english-grill/

Enjoy an intimate evening for two with a five-course dinner in the English Grill. There’s no better way to spend Valentine’s Day than with a romantic dinner for two at the renowned English Grill in the Brown Hotel, Saturday, Feb. 14. An iconic restaurant known for its opulent ambiance, it’s the perfect setting for an unforgettable meal with your beloved. Executive chef Josh Bettis has planned an exquisite five-course menu with grilled oysters, potato bisque, prime rib, Godiva molten cake and more. The cost is $80 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Overnight accommodations are available and guests dining in the English Grill will receive a $20 discount on their stay with the deluxe ($259) or club luxury package ($329). For more information or to make a reservation, call (502) 736-2996.

http://www.historicwhitehall.org/valentines-dinner/

Whether you are in search of a romantic dinner for two or simply a fun way to celebrate the holiday with a group of good friends, Whitehall's Valentine's Dinner presents a perfect evening of fine dining and elegance. Served by candlelight inside the beautifully appointed Whitehall mansion, our Valentine’s Dinner features a delicious 4-course feast prepared by Chef Gregoire Guiot of Mirabelle Gourmet Catering.

Tickets are $75/person for 4-course dinner or $100/person for 4-course course dinner with wine. Reservations are required and are available for parties of two or for groups of up to 10 guests. Entree selections must be made at time of ticket purchase. $45 per ticket is tax-deductible. Includes valet parking.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact whitehall@historichomes.org or (502) 897-2944.

Menu

Hors d'Oeuvres

French Country Pate on Crostini-Cornichons Pickle

Belgium Endive-Smoked Trout Mousse

Asparagus Filo-Garlic with Herb Cream



Salad

American Field Greens with Caramelized Pears and Walnuts, topped with Goat Cheese Croutons



Your Choice of One of the Following Entrees

Steak Diane a la Julia Child with Shitake Mushrooms, Mustard and Cognac,

served with Potato Duchesse, Haricot Vert and Carrot Bundles

Fresh Baked Rolls with Honey Butter

OR

Broiled Atlantic Salmon Pinwheel, filled with Fresh Spinach, Sun Dried Tomatoes and Shrimp Ettoufe,

served with Italian Polenta Cake, Haricot Vert and Carrot Bundles

Fresh Baked Rolls with Honey Butter

OR

Grilled Vegetable Lasagna with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Fresh Baked Rolls with Honey Butter



Dessert

Chocolate Fondant with Raspberry Sauce and Chantilly Cream

Gourmet Coffee and Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

https://www.facebook.com/events/319247258285428/

No matter your marital status, come spend Valentine's with all of us at Against The Grain. We have quite the day/evening planned out for you including:

Bloody Show - Our blood orange pilsner collaboration with Mikkeller.

Two very special V-Day cocktails made by our fabulous bartenders Celeste and Ashley!

A delicious three-course meal prepared with love by our Chef, Jordan Delewis.***

***Tickets for the three-course meal are $35 a piece and are very limited. The dinner will run from 4pm-9pm. Please call us at (502)515-0174 to reserve your seat and your ticket for the dinner.
***1st course: roasted cauliflower soup
2nd course: smoked short ribs with butternut squash puree and braised cippolini onions
3rd course: stout poached pear with a sorghum creme anglaise and ganache

There will also be live music that will start around 9pm (details to come)

https://www.facebook.com/289566063035/photos/a.362951743035.156018.289566063035/10152681589383036/?type=1

Hearts will be On Fire at Buck’s Restaurant. The perfect place to celebrate Love for Valentine’s Day, with a 4 course dinner for $75.00 per person That includes Appetizer, Salad, Entrée an dessert. We will have Rick Bartlett singing and playing your favorite Love song from 5:00 until 11:00. Call to make your reservations at 502-637-5284 we are filling up quick.

Valentine’s Day Menu
4Course Dinner
$75.00 per Person

Appetizers
Your server will bring to your table an assortment of appetizers

Salads

House
Baby greens, diced cucumber, shallots, bleu cheese, spiced walnuts, maple balsamic vinaigrette

Caesar
Romaine hearts, aged parmesan, sourdough croutons, parmesan crisp, classic Caesar dressing

Wedge
Iceberg, bacon, dried cranberry, shallots, tomato, pecans, pilsner ranch or Newcastle bleu cheese

Soup
Honey roasted beet and goat cheese with crème fraiche

Entrees

*Beef Tenderloin
Bleu cheese compound butter, bordelaise, mashed potatoes, Asparagus

Crispy Fish with Hot Sweet Chili
Tender white fish sautéed in sesame oil until crispy, smothered with bell peppers and red onions in an oriental hot sweet chili sauce over jasmine rice

*Pork Chop
Maple bourbon glazed, smoked Gouda stuffed, sweet potato mousse, fingerling potatoes, crispy Brussels sprouts

Bourbon Chicken Saltimbocca
Pecan encrusted, country ham stuffed, topped with fontina cheese and sage bourbon sauce, mashed potatoes, asparagus

Pan Roasted Sea Bass
Curry encrusted, Thai basil pesto, red chili aioli, rice and asparagus

Risotto
Sweet potato, caramelized onion, Kentucky sorghum, fontina, crispy Brussels sprouts

Dessert
Your sever will tempt you with an assortment of desserts

http://www.harvestlouisville.com/menus/vday2015/



Valentine’s Day

at

harvest

2/14/2015



~ one ~
meat & cheese board
smoked pork belly rillion & bourbon-chicken liver mousse pepper
jack-chevre pimento cheese & 2 year old cheddar
pickled peach butter, kimchee mustard, red wine currant compote, pepperoncini
assorted crostini & pizza sticks
~ family style ~



~ two ~
~ choice of ~
strip steak tartare
delicata squash kimchee, shaved cured egg yolk, seeded baguette, frisee salad
~ or ~
brown butter-kabocha soup
crispy coppa salumi, chile oil, pasta chips, purple cauliflower agrodolce
~ or ~
baked ricotta
toasted pretzel bread, wilted spinach, pickled butternut, spicy tomato jam

~ three ~
~ choice of ~
red wine braised beef cheeks
butternut gremolata, parsnip-potato puree, crispy sweet potatoes, red wine gastrique
~ or ~
kabocha ravioli
bourbon-apple sugo, crispy pork belly, confit & ears, capshew vinegar, bacon butter
~ or ~
black bean muñeta
sweet potato-masa cake, poached egg, pickled hungarian wax peppers, herb crema, crispy tortillas

~ four ~
~ choice of ~
pawpaw cheesecake
sorghum cookie crust, chocolate caramel, pawpaw leather, blueberry compote
~ or ~
profiteroles
candied ginger ice cream, hot buttered bourbon sauce, candied ginger-oat crisp streusel
~ or ~
chocolate chambord chess pie
strawberry whipped cream, strawberry-szechuan meringue kisses, strawberry coulis


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~ 65/person ~
tax & gratuity not included
*harvest is a locally grown restaurant and menu items are subject to change based on availability*
*vegetarian/vegan options available with advanced notice*
624 E. Market St. Louisville, Ky. 40202 ~ 502.384.9090 ~ http://www.harvestlouisville.com