With Valentines Day just around the corner, there are big decisions to make. Dinner, a movie, a show? Here at GP we like to prepare for anything, so we've got you covered in either instance. We're sharing our favorite recipes for a little romance and menus at our top restaurant picks. As long as you're with someone you love, you can't go wrong!
BAM's Valentines Day Dinner and a Movie
Now in its seventh year, BAMcinématek’s beloved Valentine’s Day Dinner and a Movie returns with Ernst Lubitsch’s romantic comedy The Shop Around the Corner, starring James Stewart Margaret Sullavan. At odds from the start, the two are perpetually at each other’s throats, never suspecting that they are carrying on a passionate letter-writing romance after hours. The Shop Around the Corneris “one of Ernst Lubitsch’s finest and most enduring works, a romantic comedy of dazzling range” (Dave Kehr). Tickets available here.
Dinner menu highlights:
Starter
Pan Roasted Diver Sea Scallops with Lobster Sauce
Meyer Lemon and Gala Apple Warm Lentil Salad
Trio of Beets Salad with Shallot Balsamic Vinaigrette
Shaved Fennel, Citrus and Feta
Entrée
Potato and Gruyere Gratin and Haricot Vert
Pinot Noir Reduction
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Pine Nut and Sage Brown Butter
Buttered Kale and Leeks
Pan Seared Halibut with Chanterelle-Leek Vinaigrette
Lemon and Chive Potato Gnocchi and Jumbo Lump Crab
Shared Lovers Dessert
Warm Chocolate Cake with Fresh Raspberry Salad
Vanilla Crème Anglaise
Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola's Valentines Day Special with Rene Marie
The passionate and lyrical soul singer Rene Marie sets the mood with some Valentine Swing. Combined with romantic views of the Manhattan skyline and an inspired menu, a Valentines Day night at Dizzy's Club will not disapoint. Tickets available here.
Dinner menu highlights:
Starters
Celery Root Veloute with American Caviar
Butter Poached Lobster and Chervil
Devils on Horseback
Blue Point Oyster Wrapped in Smoked Oyster, Fresh Chilies and Citrus Remoulade
Almond Crusted Westfield Farm Goat Cheese with Baby Arugula Salad
Port Poached Apples and Black Mission Figsi
Entrees
Catfish Court Bouillon with Cajun Rouille
Wilted Spinach and Rice Pilaf
Bourbon Braised Beef Short Ribs
Mashed Sweet Potato and Haricot Verts
Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb with Thyme Red Wine Jus
Anson Mills Cheese Grits and Caramelized Brussels Sprout
Dessert
Red Velvet Cake with Fresh Raspberry Salad
Mint Cream
Warm Chocolate Cake with Pineapple Rum Chutney
Vanilla Crème Anglaise