Showing posts with label Valentines Day Dining. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Valentines Day Dining. Show all posts

Friday, January 30, 2015

February 14th: A Day of Good Food

After being denied by my crush in 7th grade, which I remember being very disappointing and
embarrassing, I was never the type of person to celebrate, acknowledge, or otherwise participate in the typical Valentine's Day traditions. Thankfully, I got over my embarrassment and have found that celebrating with loved ones, whether they are a significant other or just a very good friend, is quite nice.

So, whether you are the romantic type that is looking for the perfect plans to surprise your love, or you're just looking for a fun place to hang out with your girls, here's a list that we've created with deals, specials, and more for the quickly approaching day of love. Or celebrate February 14th instead, as a day of good food.

Angelo's Tavolo
Full dinner menu plus a few features
Enjoy dinner at Tavolo, where they will be serving their entire delicious menu and a few extras just for the occasion!

Buca di Beppo
Valentine's Day Package
A promotional package that includes: small garlic bread, choice of small mixed green salad or small caesar salad, heart shaped lasagna, and two mini cannoli’s for dessert. $48 for two and available from Feb 13 - Feb 15!


Valentine's Specials available Friday and Saturday
V-Day specials include: Sautéed Prince Edward Island Mussels, Spring Salad, A sautee special and a grill special that both include a complimentary glass of draft beer or house wine, and two special desserts. Find the full list of specials at the bottom of this entry. 

The Ginger Man
Special V-Day Menu in addition to the regular favorites
Avoid the crowds of Saturday evening and head to the Ginger Man on the 13th or the 14th! Enjoy a special menu crafted just for the holiday or stick with the regular menu. Either way, you're guaranteed great food and ambiance! Reservations are highly recommended for both nights and dinner service will begin at 4:30 pm. Find the full special menu at the bottom of this entry. 

La Serre
Will offer a special prix fixe menu for the evening which includes Lobster Ravioli with blush vodka sauce, Caesar Salad, Passion Fruit Sorbet, Chateaubrian ~ Roast Filet for two, selection from Dessert Cart, and Fansz Sparkling Rose Toast all for only $129 per couple. In addition, they will offer a special menu for the evening. Find the full special menu at the bottom of this entry.

The Melting Pot
Featured Valentine’s Day menu available Feb 13-16
An incredible menu created just for the day is available from the 13th to the 16th of February. This menu will be the only thing available on the 14th. Click the link to see the full menu. 

New World Bistro
The Big Easy Valentine's Day Menu
This large prix fixe menu looks to be borrowed from NOLA with frawfish, grits, and more traditional favorites. Click here to see the full menu. 

Cider is for Lovers - 4 Course Prix Fixe Menu for $85 per person
For one night only, Nine Pin’s industrial setting will be staged for lovers. Award Winning Chef Jeff Loshinsky will showcase a romantic four course dinner paired with four glasses of Nine Pin’s finest ciders. A one of a kind experience for your one and only? I think so!
Menu: First Course: Dungeness Crab Bisque or (V) Red Pepper Miso with Upland Cress, Carrots, and Jicama; Salad Course: Winter Salad of Lacinato Black Kale, Carrot and Blood Orange; Main Course: Duck Leg Confit, Smashed Root Vegetable, Ginger Roasted Pear or (V) Risotto with Asian Chives and Chanterelle Mushrooms; Dessert Course: Pot au Cholat, Pistachio Tuille. 

Reel Seafood CO. 
Valentine's Day Specials available throughout the weekend
Delectable specials available throughout the weekend include oyster stew for two, a spicy tuna roll, a seafood trio pasta, and surf & turf for two all at reasonable prices! Click the link for the full list of specials. 

Scrimshaw at The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
3 Course Prix Fixe Menu for $52.95
Try this incredible restaurant! Their three course Prixe Fixe Menu created especially for the occasion is complete with some of my favorites like lobster bisque. And as an entree--HEART SHAPED RAVIOLI! Plus so much more and three desserts that will make choosing just one pretty tough. Click the link to see the full menu! Complete the night with this package to stay overnight at the hotel. Click here for hotel package info.

Texas de Brazil
Special Hours for Valentine's Day!
Normally open at 4 pm on Saturdays, Texas de Brazil acknowledges valentine's Day by opening it's doors at 12 PM! Only dinner pricing will be available.

The Victory Cafe
Special dinner menu for February 14
Casual dining with a gourmet twist; enjoy an all new special menu just for the evening at Victory Cafe! Find the entire special menu at the bottom of this entry. 

Interested in one of these specials? Call and reserve your spot now!

Looking for other restaurants in Albany County? Click here for a list!

Menus, click to enlarge:

C.H. Evans Brewing Company at the Albany Pump Station


The Ginger Man

La Serre
The Victory Cafe

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Updated: Valentine's Day Dining!

Updated February 12: Valentines Day is only 3 days away. If you haven't already, it's time to make reservations for a romantic dinner! We have a slew of great recommendations for you and your special someone to enjoy:

Blu Stone Bistro
661 Albany Shaker Road
(518) 869-9976

Dining: A special  Valentine's four-course menu with choices will be offered at $55 per person, the regular menu will not be available.

Seatings: 5 p.m., 7 p.m., 9 p.m.
Note: The dining special will be offered on Valentine's Day (Friday, Feb 14) as well as Saturday, February 15! An overnight package including dinner for two at the attached Indigo Hotel with breakfast for $199.

La Serre
14 Green Street
463-6056  

Dining: Valentine's Day menu for two that includes: lobster ravioli, Caesar salad, Chateubriand for two, selection from dessert cart and sparkling rosé toast for $129. Their usual a-la-carte menu will also be available on 2/14.
Seatings: Valentine's Day seating will be available from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. on Friday, February 14.

New World Bistro
300 Delaware Ave
694-0520

Dining: A four-course menu will be offered for $65 per person or with wine pairings for $100 apiece.
Seatings: 5pm-11 pm, Reservations are strongly recommended!

Portofino’s Italin Ristorante in Latham
831 New Loudon Road
608-4675

Dining: Four-course Valentine’s Day menu with choices for $35 per person. the regular menu will not be available.
Seatings: 5:30 p.m.-11 p.m.eating from 5:30 to 11 p.m.
Note: This will be offered on Valentine's Day (Friday, Feb 14) as well as Saturday, February 15! An Early Bird special will be available both days from 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. - Same great deal but the price goes down to $29 per person.

Taste
45 Beaver St.
694-3322

Dining: Taste will offer a four course menu for $69 a person. The regular menu will also be available during this time.
Seatings: 5 pm-10 pm each day, reservations are strongly recommended.

Note: The Valentine's Day special menu will be offered from Thursday, February 13 through Saturday, February 15.

Scrimshaw
At The Desmond
660 Albany Shaker Road
869-8100

Dining: Three courses with choices for $51.95 per person or with wine pairings for $82.95
Note: Special Dining available Thursday, February 13 through Saturday, February 15. An overnight package is also avilable for $249. The package includes dinner for two, overnight accommodations with bottle of champagne in the room.

The Hollow
79 North Pearl Street
426-8550

Dining: Three course menu with choices for $50 a person. Includes complimentary bottle of Italian Prosecco per Couple. Enjoy one of the areas top R & B bands as Mirk plays the hall.