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Love is in the air — put some in your belly, Orlando

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Food, as is often said, is love. And whether you’re sharing your Valentine’s Day treats and eats with friends, lovers or man’s best friend, Orlando-area restaurants have specials sweet and savory for your hungry heart-shaped eyes. Read on for what’s available.

Boxi Park: Anti Valentine’s Day is Feb. 13, in which Boxi Park will have speed dating and a cake pop-up by Chef Blue featuring photo-ops, food and beverage options and more (21+ only). Over Valentine’s weekend, there will be cake decorating on Saturday morning and more.  Join the party on Sunday for a pet costume parade, puppy yoga, an adoption drive, dog bandana decorating and more. Puppy yoga/adoption event at 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. in Orlando. More info: boxiparklakenona.com

Loads of goodies available at BRIO Italian Grille. (Photo courtesy of BRIO Italian Grille)
Loads of goodies are available at BRIO Italian Grille. (Courtesy of BRIO Italian Grille)

BRIO Italian Grille (Mall at Millenia): Experience a Valentine’s Day Amore Dinner for Two ($69.99) available Feb. 14. Includes choice of chopped or Caesar salad, choice of entrée (Pasta Brio, lobster and shrimp fettuccine, Gorgonzola-crusted beef medallions, grilled salmon fresca, sausage rigatoni arrabbiatta) and a caramel mascarpone cheesecake adorned with a chocolate heart to share. Add a glass of featured wine for $10. More info: brioitalian.com

Bulla Gastrobar: Available Feb. 13-15, Bulla is offering a special, four-course, prix-fixe menu for two, available at lunch and dinner. Priced at $130 per couple (excluding tax and gratuity), the meal includes a complimentary sparkling wine toast and begins with a Tabla Mixta (tortilla, manchego, Serrano ham, chorizo, walnuts, and olive), followed up with selections including croquetas de jamón, montaditos and carpaccio de salmón. Mains such as bistec a la parrilla and an arroz caldoso especial tempt, along with desserts such Baileys tiramisu, churros con chocolate or flan de coco. More info: bullagastrobar.com

Valentine's Day is enjoyable al fresco at Canvas in Lake Nona. (Photo courtesy Canvas)
Valentine’s Day is enjoyable al fresco at Canvas in Lake Nona. (Courtesy Canvas)

Cafe Tu Tu Tango: From Feb. 14-16, Café Tu Tu Tango is offering a special that features four flavor-packed dishes, including cocoa-spiced beef tenderloin skewers with red wine-chocolate sauce and peppercress aioli and bacon-wrapped stuffed dates with gorgonzola cheese and pickled shallots. Reservations: opentable.com/r/cafe-tu-tu-tango-orlando

Canvas: This Valentine’s Day, Canvas invites guests to indulge in their Romance Weekend menu, available Feb. 13-16. For $70 per person, couples can enjoy a prix fixe experience or customize their meal with à la carte options. Begin with appetizers such as the savory beef carpaccio with cured egg, crispy rice tots and parmesan aioli. For a lighter option, the avocado salad with heirloom tomato, grapefruit, baby mâché and cilantro purée is also available. Entrees include roasted chicken with asparagus and a peppercorn mushroom cream or the crab-crusted filet mignon. Reservations: opentable.com/canvas-restaurant-and-market

Cast & Crew Daytona: Join executive chef Olivier Koster for a three-course menu ($85/person) and 4-course menu ($105/person) for Valentine’s Day from 5-10 p.m. Dishes include sauteed scallops, monkfish, crispy duck breast and a decadent chocolate-heart dessert. Beverage pairing is available for an additional $40. Reservations/more info: 386-523-2353; castandcrewdaytona.com

Checkers & Rally’s: This Valentine’s Day, skip the flowers and chocolates and opt for more bacon with a 2-for-$4 deal featuring two bacon-packed burgers. Choose from the all-new BLT Burger or the Honey BBQ Bacon Burger, or mix and match. Offer valid through Feb. 23. More info: checkersandrallys.com/2for4

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Chroma: Enjoy a delicious Valentine’s Day featuring an exclusive prix fixe menu priced at $72 per person that includes a choice of appetizers (options include beet & goat cheese with pistachio, dill, and aged balsamic, lobster croquettes and more). Mains include whole grilled branzino (for two only), accompanied by chimichurri, frisse and charred lemon. To finish, indulge in a red velvet cake topped with cream cheese frosting and chocolate ganache. Reservations: opentable.com/r/chroma-modern-bar-and-kitchen-orlando

City BBQ:  Treat your special someone to smoky, savory goodness delivered for free with code FEB  (online only). From ribs to sides, they’ve got a sticky-sweet way to spread love. Offer valid on Feb. 14. Hours may vary by location, so check with your local City Barbeque. More info: citybbq.com

Conrad Orlando: There will be a live Mariachi band Feb. 14, along with a specialty caviar starter featuring sweet corn custard and lump crab ($95/per couple). Reservations: opentable.com/r/ceiba-orlando. At Italian restaurant Sophia’s Trattoria, Feb. 14 brings an exclusive shareable dessert for two ($20), the Heart of Raspberry and Chocolate Blossom and features live music from 5-10 p.m. Reservations: opentable.com/r/sophias-trattoria-orlando. At their waterside tiki lounge, the Papaya Club, couples are offered an intimate fireside experience for two, “Alaula,” nightly through Feb. 17. Guests can indulge in a specially curated pu pu platter tailored to their preferences, featuring ahi tuna toast and pork gyoza, paired with Papaya Club’s signature sunset-inspired cocktails. Moving forward, Alaula will be offered Sundays only, beginning Feb. 23. Couples enjoying dinner at Papaya Club Feb. 14-15 can enjoy a complimentary oyster amuse-bouche. Reservations: opentable.com/r/papaya-club-orlando

Love is in the air, and the glass, at Corazón by Baires. (Photo courtesy Corazón by Baires)
Love is in the air, and the glass, at Corazón by Baires. (Courtesy Corazón by Baires)

Corazón by Baires: The Cask of Passion is a tempting blend of Ferrero Rocher fat-washed bourbon and cocoa bitter, offering a seductive twist on an Old Fashioned. The Midnight Temptation offers delight in the allure of Grey Goose vodka paired with strawberry and lime juices — perfect for enchanting the senses and the heart. More info: corazonbybaires.com

Donutste: The Valentine’s menu features their viral Heart Break Red Velvet Crème Brûlée hearts, so named because the creme brûlée shell cracks when you break it in the middle. Flavors include Red Velvet Crème Brûlée, Ube Velvet Hearts, Stuffed Red Velvet Hearts, Dragon Fruit Lemonade Hearts, Strawberry Shortcake Hearts and The Rocher (nutella creme, hazelnut glaze, 24 karat edible gold.) All doughnuts are priced at $9-10 each. They’re offering multiple pickup dates and advance pre-order options to ensure you don’t miss out. First pickup date: Feb. 11, preorder link available Feb. 8. Pick-up location: Afton Palms, 4101 Acorn Oak Circle in Sanford. Main Clubhouse. Pickup times 12:30-2:30 p.m. Second date: Feb. 14, preorder link available Feb. 9. IMT Lake Mary, 962 Bentstation Lane in Lake Mary, main clubhouse. Pickup times 12-3 p.m. Third pickup date: Feb. 16, preorder link available Feb. 9. Pick-up Location: XO Coffee Shop, 4965 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee. Pick-up time: 1:30-3 p.m. Find preorder links at donutste.com under the “preorder” tab. For queries, direct message via Instagram @donutstedoughnuts or email orders@donutste.com.

Duffy’s Sports Grill: Duffy’s wants you there for date night and they’re celebrating early with a Strawberry Shortcake Martini leading up to the big day. The special, which features Grey Goose vodka, Razzmatazz, Bailey’s Irish Cream and strawberry puree, will be available through Feb. 15. Special holiday menu available Feb. 13-15 includes crab-stuffed mushrooms, a crab cake platter, surf and turf and twin filet medallions. Offer valid for dine-in only. More info: duffysmvp.com

Duffy's twin filets, a meaty option for your Valentine. (Photo courtesy Duffy's Sports Grill)
Duffy’s twin filets, a meaty option for your Valentine. (Courtesy Duffy’s Sports Grill)

Enzo’s Hideaway/Maria & Enzo’s: Visit these two venues for a taste of the Lovedrop Martini, available through Feb. 23 and featuring Absolut Citron, raspberry puree, white cranberry, fee foam and a raspberry garnish. More info: patinagroup.com/maria-enzos

Ette Hotel: Valentine’s Day tea will be offered on Feb. 9 and 16 for $85 per guest. Want more? Indulge in a romantic culinary journey at Salt & The Cellar with apps like spinach oshitashi and tuna tartare. Mains include Chilean sea bass, Peking duck, Toban filet mignon and for dessert, a seasonal raspberry mousse with rose water guimauve dipped in chocolate will be served with fresh raspberries and white chocolate glaze. Available add-ons include Serbian Caviar and the Seafood Affair. Offered Feb. 13-15, $125 per person. Reservations encouraged. More info: ettehotels.com/dine-drink

Gorgeous, decadent, vegan doughnuts from Donutste. Order ahead online to get yours. (Photo courtesy Donutste)
Gorgeous, decadent, vegan doughnuts from Donutste. Order ahead online to get yours. (Courtesy Donutste)

Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen: The team of this OS Foodie Award winner is offering a four-course prix-fixe Valentine’s Day Dinner on Feb. 14, which includes Chef’s Amuse Bouche and Champagne, as well as take-home chocolate truffles. Menu highlights include beau soleil oyster, lobster ravioli, bacalaítos and caviar, blackened scallops and Wagyu New York strip, with dessert choices including reverse Baked Florida flambéed tableside, blood orange panna cotta and strawberries & chocolate mille-feuille. $175/per person plus taxes and fees. Reservations: opentable.com/r/four-flamingos-a-richard-blais-florida-kitchen-orlando

Great Southern Box Food Hall: Check out the Galentine’s Day Market on Feb. 13 where, in a partnership with New Romantic Books and The Dreamers Market, they’re hosting 12 local authors and showcasing 16 women-owned businesses. Feb. 14 brings with it a Couple’s Night Out event with dimmed lighting and romantic tunes on repeat. $60 gets couples two $25 gift cards to be used at any vendor, plus a holiday-inspired Love Potion Fizz cocktail. More info: greatsouthernboxco.com

Brewlando and the Museum of Illusions are pairing up for some Valentine specials at ICON Park. (Photo courtesy ICON Park)
Brewlando and the Museum of Illusions are pairing up for some Valentine’s specials at Icon Park. (Courtesy Icon Park)

ICON Park: Celebrate your love from 400 feet this Valentine’s Day with The Orlando Eye’s Sips In The Sky package. For $39.99 per person, the offer includes a glass of champagne, wine, beer, specialty mocktail or non-alcoholic beverage from The Sky Bar with your experience on The Orlando Eye and an additional rotation on The Orlando Eye (2 total) in a private capsule. You can also make it a double date or group outing with up to 10 people per capsule. You’ll also get a Digital Photo Pass as a memory of your romantic evening. Book this experience here: theorlandoeye.com/tickets-b. Museum of Illusions Orlando is partnering with ICON Park’s newest destination, The Winery and Tasting Room by Brewlando, to turn up the romance with a special Date Night series, available Feb. 7-8, Feb. 14-15, Feb. 21-22 and Feb. 28-March 1. Learn more at moiorlando.com and brewlando.com. Now through Feb. 17, Helena Modern Riviera invites guests to enter their Self Love Era with a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Pop-Up event featuring food and drink specials, like the “Stupid Cupid” drink experience with a souvenir cup, live entertainment from a DJ and the Helena Sweethearts dancers and romantic, baroque-inspired décor. In addition to this, guests can enjoy a complimentary appetizer on Feb. 14. Learn more here: helenamodernriviera.com/valentines-day. Reservations/more info: 407-226-2929;  helenamodernriviera.com/valentines-day. Single and want to mingle? Visit Brother Jimmy’s All-Night Happy Hour (3-11 p.m.), featuring deals on drinks and food, and an opportunity to showcase your pipes, courtesy of Karaoke Florida from 7-10 p.m. For Galentine’s, Lauren’s Art Club at The Winery and Tasting Room By Brewlando will host a Paint and Sip event on Feb. 13 from 6-8 p.m. For $40, each guest will receive all painting supplies with the choice between two designs and guidance from Lauren as needed, a complimentary glass of sparkling Prosecco or Pearsecco and a finished painting to take home that night. Advanced tickets are required, purchase here: laurens-art-club.myshopify.com/products/february-13-the-winery-tasting-room-at-icon-park-diy-paint-sip-valentines

The Hampton Social: They’ve got you covered for Galentine’s and Valentine’s. Now, through Feb. 13, the Galentine Experience is available during both brunch and dinner, a 90-minute getaway offering bottomless sparkling rosé and an appetizer for $50 per guest. Grab your group, make a reservation through OpenTable and let the bubbly flow as you toast to the month of love! On Valentine’s Day, it’s all about The Perfect Pair: enjoy two glasses of sparkling rosé paired with a half dozen fresh oysters for $30. Add a luxurious touch with caviar for $10 extra. More info: thehamptonsocial.com/orlando

Kyuramen: Designed with warm-toned wood and ambient lighting, Kyuramen’s geometric hexagon booths are thoughtfully integrated into a multi-level floor plan. These booths mimic the natural structure of honeycomb, offering both fun, privacy and a romantic vibe. Honeycomb seatings are first-come-first-serve, but can be reserved over the phone. And this year, there’s an exclusive Valentine’s Day Offer: On February 14th, all Kyuramen locations will treat dine-in customers to a free Cherry Blossom Jelly with a minimum spend of $50. This festive dessert is the perfect way to add a sweet touch to your celebration. (One redemption per table.) More info: kyuramen.com/locations/ucf-(orlando)

La Femme du Fromage (upstairs): Hit up the Grand Dame of Danish Blue (and so much more) on Feb. 13 from 5:30-9 p.m. for a Sip & Shop Pop-Up. Sign on for a Chef’s Dinner from Tonda and the La Femme team: Galentine’s Dinner hits on Feb. 13 from 6-9:30 p.m. and features four courses with wine pairings ($65++/person). Valentine’s Dinner will be offered 6:30-9 p.m. Feb. 14-15  and features five courses with wine pairings ($95++/person). Due to the limited seating of La Femme du Fromage Upstairs, seating cannot be guaranteed if your party does not book reservations under the same name. More info: 407-571-9947 or email events@laFemmeduFromage.com; lafemmedufromage.com/upcoming-events

A sampling of what's in store at La Femme du Fromage "Upstairs," where a Chef's Dinner Series is afoot and a'plate. (Photo courtesy TasteCookSip.com/Lisa Wilk)
A sampling of what’s in store at La Femme du Fromage “Upstairs,” where a Chef’s Dinner Series is afoot and a’plate. (Courtesy TasteCookSip.com/Lisa Wilk)

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill: This Valentine’s Day, let food be your love language with a catering spread featuring appetizers, fresh salads, tacos, burritos and more. For larger groups, the Build-Your-Own Full Meal (serves 15) includes a taco bar, chicken burrito boxed Meals, street corn, churro bites, one gallon of lemonade, and water for $341 plus tax. For smaller groups, try the Build-Your-Own Taco Bar (serves 10), offering everything you need to build your tacos for $135 plus tax. More info: limefreshmexicangrill.com/catering

Metro Diner: Make this Valentine’s Day sweeter with Metro Diner’s Strawberry Shortcake seasonal flavors, an assortment of pink-drizzled bread pudding, waffles and pancakes, available for a limited time. Try the strawberry shortcake bread pudding, which is strawberry-infused, drizzled with strawberry cream cheese icing, and topped with fresh strawberries, strawberry crunch and powdered sugar. How about the strawberry shortcake waffle, a Belgian beauty with all the same accouterments and served with strawberry butter?  More info: metrodiner.com

Strawberry shortcake bread pudding for your sweetie. Available at Metro Diner. (Photo courtesy Metro Diner)
Strawberry shortcake bread pudding for your sweetie. Available at Metro Diner. (Courtesy Metro Diner)

Mia’s Italian Kitchen: From Feb. 14-16, this traditional Italian restaurant on I-Drive will be offering family-style dining for two, complete with a bottle of prosecco, for $89. The family-style feast includes fan-favorite dishes like the 18-ounce giant meatball, Nonna’s Sunday Gravy Pasta, chicken Parmigiana, Mediterranean brick-oven pizza and more. More info: orlando-fl.miasitalian.com

Morimoto Asia: Yours might be full of love, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the Bitter Hearts cocktail here in Disney Springs, which combines Aviation Gin, shōchū, génépi, pomegranate juice and lemon juice. Available through Feb. 23. More info: morimotoasia.com

Enjoy an elevated Valentine's Day at Nami. (Photo courtesy Nami Lake Nona)
Enjoy an elevated Valentine’s Day at Nami. (Courtesy Nami Lake Nona)

Nami: Make this Valentine’s Day special Nami’s 2025 Romance Weekend, featuring a prix fixe menu at $195 per couple. Indulge in four waves designed to delight the senses. Wave 1 features the Kusshi oysters. Wave 2 offers spicy tuna maki (2pcs), octopus skewers, and Nami Nuggets. For the main in Wave 3, enjoy a Prime New York Strip (10 ounces) and robata-grilled salmon paired with wasabi mashed potatoes and crispy cauliflower to share. Wave 4 brings with it a decadent dessert. For something even more elevated, consider the Nami’s Chef’s Counter, where from Feb. 12-15, you can join Chefs Freddy Money and Jason Beliveau for a special tasting menu that blends European elegance with Japanese flavors. Optional wine pairings are available to enhance the experience. Each guest will also receive a floral arrangement. More info: namilakenona.com

The Nauti Lobstah: Chef Mike Rumplik invites you to celebrate love in a big way this Valentine’s Day at The Nauti Lobstah with the ultimate lobster and steak lovers’ three-course menu for two, all for $160 per couple, a savings of up to $40 from the regular menu price. The Valentine’s Feast Made for Two welcomes couples to share a 3-pound Lazy Man’s Lobster. Make it a Surf & Turf with the optional addition of a Creekstone Farms Black Angus ribeye steak topped with crispy onions. Go for the Tomahawk Experience and share a 32 -ounce Creekstone Farms Black Angus Tomahawk served with sautéed button mushrooms, Béarnaise sauce, and demi-glace, paired with a 7oz. cracker-crusted Maine lobster tail. Special Valentine’s 3-course menu for two is available for lunch and dinner on Feb. 14-15. Enjoy a choice of shared appetizer, entree and dessert, plus a free glass of Champagne for each guest for $160 per couple. Seating is first-come, first-seated. A La Carte dinner menu is also available. More info: thenautilobstah.com

Nauti Lobstah chef Mike Rumplik shows off the Lazy Man's Lobster. Let him do all the work this Valentine's Day. (Photo courtesy Lisa Wilk/TasteCookSip.com)
Nauti Lobstah chef Mike Rumplik shows off the Lazy Man’s Lobster. Let him do all the work this Valentine’s Day. (Courtesy Lisa Wilk/TasteCookSip.com)

Norman’s: Hit them up for an elegant dinner filled with romance, roses, award-winning cuisine and, of course, Champagne! Offered from Feb. 13-16, Norman’s will have new seasonal features, specialty cocktails, bubbly and live music from Orlando harpist Christine MacPhail. More info: normans.com/event/valentines-day-at-normans

Paddlefish: Savor the Cupid’s Boil for Two, priced at $155. This indulgent feast features Maine lobster, snow crab and Key West pink shrimp, accompanied by tender red potatoes, sweet corn and a side of freshly baked cornbread. To elevate the experience, couples can pair their feast with a bottle of rose, priced at $35. More info: paddlefishrestaurant.com

Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park: Valentine’s Day dessert boxes ($45) include one holiday-decorated cookie, two teddy bear macarons with a chocolate ganache center and six decorated chocolate-covered strawberries. You can also preorder chocolate-dipped strawberries for Valentine’s Week at 407-644-3200 or pick up during extended holiday hours: 9 a.m.-10:15 p.m., Feb. 10-12; 9 a.m.-11 p.m. on Feb, 13 and 6 a.m.-11:55 p.m. on Feb. 14. Chocolate-dipped strawberries are hand-dipped from open until close and available in white, milk and dark chocolate.

Portillo’s: Chicago expats and other fans of this Windy City fave can express love in a Midwest hometown way with two indulgent Valentine’s Day items. Portillo’s Heart-Shaped Cake is a festive, heart-shaped version of the brand’s famous chocolate cake. Preorder for pickup and shipping is available through Feb. 11, and available in restaurant from February 12-16. Portillo’s Chocolate Strawberry Shake, a fan favorite, blends the richness of Portillo’s chocolate frosting with the sweet, fruity flavor of strawberries – and can also be made into a famous Portillo’s Cake Shake. The shake is available through Feb. 28 in Portillo’s restaurants, as well as available for online ordering/takeout and delivery. More info: www.portillos.com

Reyes Mezcaleria: Galentine’s have hit the Eloteria (no, that’s not a typo), which on Feb. 13 brings loteria (a fast-paced Mexican bingo game full of fun and laughs). Reyes will offer several rounds of games, and prizes for each winner. An elote bar and welcome drink are included in the $35/per person price. Drink specials and other food items will be available for purchase. Tickets here: resy.com/cities/orlando-fl/venues/reyes-mezcaleria/events/dia-de-galentines-at-reyes-mezcaleria-2025-02-13. On Valentine’s Day, they’ve got the Raiz Tasting Menu ($75/per person) in addition to the regular dinner menu. Reservations: resy.com/cities/orlando-fl/venues/reyes-mezcaleria?date=2025-02-04&seats=2

The Salty: This year’s specials run from Feb. 13-16 with the limited-edition Oreo Heart Donut, as well as traditional glazed (but in a fun heart shape!) Their usual I Heart Y Donut pack will be available on Valentine’s Day, as well, but through the Salty App only. This includes an exclusive Valentine’s Day card, as well, for $25. More info: order.saltydonut.com/004/audubon-park

Soco Thornton Park: Join the team for a three-course Valentine’s Day dinner in the dining room, or a limited a la carte offering in the bar. Enhancements including an ounce of caviar, a dozen oysters or steak upgrades are available for pre-order, as well. Dinner tickets start at $75 per person. More info: socothorntonpark.com

STK Orlando: STK is offering a Valentine’s Day escape, available Feb. 10-16, indulge in the Wagyu filet ($89) or try the Wagyu fried rice with an egg on top ($49). Elevate your evening with luxuries like Imperia Kaluga Caviar ($149) and a glass of Moët & Chandon Rosé, curated to complement every bite. End the evening with decadent treats like the Chocolate Lava Marshmallow Cake ($24) or Cupid’s Cloud dessert paired with Don Julio 194 ($99). More info: stksteakhouse.com/en-us/location/orlando

Summer House on the Lake: From Feb. 13-19, enjoy menu specials, including hearts of palm salad with lobster and prawns, pizza alla vodka and the filet and crab cake duo, along with a range of heart-shaped goodies at the Cookie Bar. More info: summerhouserestaurants.com/events/valentines-day-specials-8

A selection of special menu items at Summer House on the Lake. (Photo courtesy Summer House on the Lake)
A selection of special menu items at Summer House on the Lake. (Courtesy Summer House on the Lake)

The Tasty Trio: Meet up with this triumvirate of Orlando food pros for Feb. 8’s Wine, Cheese & Chocolate event from 7-9 p.m. $65/person gets you five boutique wines, four cheese from La Femme du Fromage, four confections from Peterbrook Chocolatier of Winter Park while you celebrate 10 years and their first-ever class at The Plaza Live, a delightful option for Valentine’s or galentine’s. The Plaza Live’s cash bar will be open prior to the event. Tickets: orlandoweeklytickets.com/events/163305605/wine-cheese-chocolate-perfectly-paired-by-the-tasty-trio

Terralina Crafted Italian: Indulge with seared scallops ($45), featuring scallops served atop a creamy scampi risotto, complemented by crispy prosciutto and a fragrant herb oil. To accompany the entrée, guests can enjoy the Strawberry and Champagne Margarita ($16.50), a blend of Cimarron Tequila, triple sec, strawberry puree, and sweet and sour mix, topped with Prosecco and garnished with half a strawberry and a lime wedge. Reservations: opentable.com/r/terralina-crafted-italian-lake-buena-vista

Venetian Chop House: They are offering a few special menu items, including seared halibut brushed with pesto, topped with tomato concasse, cheese, capers and tomato beurre blanc ($56) and surf and turf featuring a 6 oz. Wagyu filet served with half a baked lobster stuffed with crab thermidor ($115). Reservations recommended, book here: opentable.com/r/the-venetian-chop-house-caribe-royale-orlando

Enjoy this red stunner of a cocktail at Enzo's Hideaway or Enzo & Maria's. (Photo courtesy Enzo's Hideaway)
Enjoy this red stunner of a cocktail at Enzo’s Hideaway or Enzo & Maria’s. (Courtesy Enzo’s Hideaway)

VINIA Wine & Kitchen: Celebrate early from Feb. 11-13 and opt for a prix fixe, three-course menu of VINIA favorites for just $59, including curated wine pairings. Reservations highly recommended, Walk-ins welcome based on availability. New seasonal European-style menu includes a choice of any appetizer, entree and dessert for everyone to enjoy, including plant-based, gluten-free and pescatarian options at a great value. For meat lovers, the hearty Rabo de Toro oxtail braised for 24 hours. Add a side of housemade gnocchi for more decadence, and end the night with chocolate pot de creme, caramel affogato (traditional or vegan), or new seasonal tartare de fraise et crème vanille. For an elevated wine pairing dinner experience to celebrate Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14 or 15, VINIA presents Fabio’s Table: Duetti d’Amore, a five-course wine pairing dinner experience inspired by the timeless Italian duets in opera, music and cinema. Indulge and relax as Fabio crafts the perfect culinary duet for you and your special someone. Traditional or plant-based menu offered at time of booking. Guests will enjoy their own private table with a choice of two seatings: 5:45 or 7:45 p.m. Friday: $150/person including wine pairing; $100 excluding wine. Saturday: $125/person with wine pairings; $85 excluding wines. Tax/gratuity not included. Reservations: (24-hour advance+ required): exploretock.com/viniawinebar.

Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin: Various restaurants here will offer Valentine’s Day specials, including a dessert special of raspberry dark chocolate gateau with raspberry mousse. Rosa Mexicano at the Walt Disney World Dolphin will serve Ancho butter-poached gulf shrimp & Angus NY Strip with chili potatoes, watercress, chimichurri and spiced crispy shallots. Shula’s Steak House at the Walt Disney World Dolphin will offer truffle-crusted LHA beef filet with purple cauliflower purée, hand-crafted porcini agnolotti, asparagus tips, roasted maitake mushrooms, pearl onion and bordelaise sauce. Todd English’s bluezoo at the Walt Disney World Dolphin will feature pan-seared halibut with sunchoke purée, crispy marble potatoes, tomato confit, baby fennel, baby turnips and étouffée sauce. Amare at the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve will serve specials, including a half-dozen oysters with blood orange mignonette with an optional Kaluga caviar upgrade and Linz heritage filet mignon with champagne-poached jumbo lump crab, fingerling potatoes, asparagus, pearl onions, carrots, Aleppo chimichurri and Lutenitsa. Il Mulino at the Walt Disney World Swan will offer lobster tortellini with roasted fennel puree, asparagus, wilted spinach, charred corn, chervil ricotta cheese, crispy pancetta and coriander butter sauce. Reservations can be made by calling 407-934-1362 or visiting SwanDolphin.com or Open Table.

Duffy's is doing it up for Valentine's Day this year, with a host of special items. (Photo courtesy Duffy's Sports Grill)
Duffy’s is doing it up for Valentine’s Day this year with a host of special items. (Courtesy Duffy’s Sports Grill)

The Wharf at Sunset Walk: At the Promenade, all you need is love. And a Southern-style, three-course Valentine’s Day dinner, including two glasses of Champagne or wine, one shared app or two starter salads, a choice of two entrees (chicken pesto pasta, filet mignon and more) and one shared dessert. $75++ per person. More info: sunsetwalk.com/offers/the-wharf-valentines-day-special

Zymarium Meadery: Celebrate sweetly with their Se7enbites collaboration: a signature cheesecake that employs their Endless Blackberry Mead for the compote, as well as a lavender panna cotta. Enjoy Valentine’s Day at the meadery with a four-inch cheesecake and two glasses of Endless Blackberry. ($49.99; no reservations required, but cheesecakes are limited; secure yours ahead of time). You can also get yours to go by reserving a bottle of mead and a six-inch cheesecake ($69.99). Reservations/preorders: commerce.arryved.com/location/BDYPQb3l/modality/pickup



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