Valentine’s Day 2018 – Romantic Dinners in Kuala Lumpur, Klang Valley, Langkawi and Penang


[Special Feature]
This list will be continuously updated until 14 February 2018 to keep you up to date on the latest Valentine’s Day offerings and promotions at standalone restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, the Klang Valley, and beyond.
If you’re looking for restaurants and spas in hotels as well as hotel stay promotions at Lafite at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, THIRTY8 at Grand Hyatt KL, Majestic Hotel KL, Prego at The Westin KL, Prime at Le Meridien KL, Senja at Saujana Hotel, The Westin Langkawi, St. Regis Langkawi, Hard Rock Hotel Penang, and more, head over to https://timchew.net/2018/02/04/valentines-day-2018-romantic-restaurant-dinners-and-promotions-in-hotels-in-kuala-lumpur-penang-and-langkawi/
If you’re looking for flowers to give your partner, there are special offers by BloomThis, and Cest La Vie florists towards the bottom of this post.
  
DC Restaurant by Chef Darren Chin

  
The menus above are available from 6 to 14 February 2018 only.
  
Update: Psst! Darren has just informed us that there are only seats left for 6 and 8 February so hurry up and book if you’re keen to bring your partner for this menu!
  
DC RESTAURANT is located at:
No.44, Persiaron Zaaba,
Taman Tun Dr. Ismail,
60000 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
 
Telephone: +60 3 7731 0502
Website: http://www.restaurant-dc.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarrenChinRestaurant/
 

 
BABE – Japas Fun Dining
          The lounge area                           
 
BABE – Japas Fun Dining will be having two (2) specially crafted Valentine’s Day menus available from 9th till 14th February 2018. There will be four (4) seatings per night; 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:30pm and 9:30pm except on Monday when the restaurant is closed.
 
Babe Valentines Menu – RM550++Person
Otoro Spring Rolls
Fatty Tuna Belly with Crispy Shells
Caramelized Ankimo
Monkfish Liver Terrine with Passionfruit Ponzu Granite
Oysters and Caviar
Oyster Ice Cream, Tartare and Eel Jelly with Yuzu Zest
“Duck & Coke”
Roast Foie Gras and Cured Duck Terrine with Pickled Mustard Seeds Sandwich
“Fish & Chips”
Cod Shirako with Crispy Potato Flakes and Apple Vinegar Emulsion
Abalone “Samgyetang”
Tender Braised Abalone, Ginseng and Black Chicken Jus with Dates
Kagoshima A5 Wagyu with Sichuan Pepper Butter
Fondant Potatoes, and Yuzu Kosho
“Strawberry Shortcake”
Liquid Shortbread Cookie, Strawberry Sponge, Fruit Glass
  
Babe Valentines Menu – RM 750++ Per Person
Otoro Spring Rolls
Fatty Tuna Belly with Crispy Shells
Caramelized Ankimo
Monkfish Liver Terrine with Passionfruit Ponzu Granite
Oysters and Caviar
Oyster Ice Cream, Tartare and Eel Jelly with Yuzu Zest
Uni, Yamaimo & Wasabi
Hokkaido Sea Urchin with Fresh Wasabi and Japanese Mountain Root Vegetable
“Duck & Coke”
Roast Foie Gras and Cured Duck Terrine with Pickled Mustard Seeds Sandwich
Fugu Shirako & Sudachi
Grilled Tiger Puffer Fish Milt with Japanese Citrus
Lobster Chawanmushi
Steamed Savoury Custard with Boston Homard
Abalone “Samgyetang”
Tender Braised Abalone, Ginseng and Black Chicken Jus with Dates
Kagoshima A5 Wagyu with Sichuan Pepper Butter
Fondant Potatoes, and Yuzu Kosho
“Strawberry Shortcake”
Liquid Shortbread Cookie, Strawberry Sponge, Fruit Glass
*please note menu subject to change
 
Add Ons

Wine Flight of 3 RM 120++ per person – Sparkling, White Wine & Red Wine
Wine Flight of 4 RM 160++ per person – Sparkling, White Wine, Red Wine & Dessert Wine
Sake Flight of 3 RM 160++ per person
Champagne

Baby Moët & Chandon 200ml RM 115++
Moët & Chandon Brut RM 395++
Taittinger Brut RM 500++
Dom Perignon RM 1,050++
Louie Roederer Cristal RM 1,800++

  
For more info, head over to http://babe.com.my/ or telephone +603.2095 8599
  

  
Marini’s on 57

  
Marble 8

   
Marini’s on 57 is located on Level 57, while Marble8 is located on Level 56 of:
Menara 3 Petronas,
Persiaran KLCC,
50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
 
Telephone: 03-2386 6030
Website: https://marinisgroup.com/valentinesday2018/
   

  
Troika Sky Dining
Cantaloupe

 
Sunset Valentine’s  on Tuesday 14th February 2018
1st seating – 6pm to 8pm
Amuse Bouche
 Breaded oyster, perilla leaf vinaigrette,  oyster cream, cucumber sorbet 
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Ocean Trout
 Smoked & confit ocean trout, salmon roe,  baby potato, champagne sabayon
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Foie Gras
 Roasted foie gras, puff pastry, button mushroom duxelle,  truffle snow, madeira glaze
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Strawberry, red wine granita, lemon lime soda 
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Line Caught Sea Bass
 Pan seared bar de ligne, garlic purée,  charred asparagus, thyme caviar, pan jus
or
Wagyu Duo
 Braised & grilled wagyu, smoked onion purée,  shallot crisp, baby leek, bonito glaze  
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Pistachio & Blackberry
 Pistachio ice cream, blackberry compote, fresh blackberry, pistachio soil,  dehydrated pistachio sponge, lemon meringue
RM400++ per person
    
2nd seating – 8:30pm onwards
Amuse Bouche
 Breaded oyster, perilla leaf vinaigrette,  oyster cream, cucumber sorbet 
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Ocean Trout
 Smoked & confit ocean trout, salmon roe,  baby potato, champagne sabayon
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King Crab
 Almond royale, king crab consommé, ginko nuts, baby coriander 
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Foie Gras
 Roasted foie gras, puff pastry, button mushroom duxelle,  truffle snow, madeira glaze
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Strawberry and red wine granita, lemon lime soda 
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Line Caught Sea Bass
 Pan seared bar de ligne, garlic purée, charred asparagus,  thyme caviar, pan jus
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Wagyu Duo
 Braised & grilled wagyu, smoked onion purée,  shallot crisp, baby leek, bonito glaze  
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Pistachio & Blackberry
 Pistachio ice cream, blackberry compote, fresh blackberry, pistachio soil,  dehydrated pistachio sponge, lemon meringue
RM500++ per person
*All prices are subject to 10% service charge and 6% government tax
 
For more info, head over to http://www.troikaskydining.com/cantaloupe/ or telephone 03 2162 0886
  

  
Mr. Chew’s Chino Latino Bar

 
14th February 2018
1st Seating (6pm-8.30pm)
RM220++ per person
Salad & Raw Stuff
Irish oyster poached in curry leaf burnt butter, foie gras terrine
Roasted baby carrots, pine nuts & pumpkin seeds, caramelized shallot jam,  soy dashi oyster mushroom
Mr Chew’s Famous Taco
Nori taco with sushi rice, kingfish & salmon tartare, burnt chilli mayo
Bun, roll and dumplings
Steamed bun with tempura barramundi, crispy capers, pickled red onion, ohba leaf & soy butter
Dumplings filled with slipper lobster & tiger prawn, enoki mushroom, pearl onions truffle sukiyaki broth
 Sakura prawns with rice noodles, coriander pesto, ikura & avruga caviar
  
Bigger Things
Grilled marmite free-range chicken, water chestnut, macadamia & orange
Crispy skin red snapper, tempura squid, mango & papaya salad warm rice wine vinaigrette
With…
Wok-fried asparagus
  
Desserts
Mr. Chew’s Valentine Box
  
2nd Seating (8.30pm onwards)
RM280++ per person
Salad & Raw Stuff
Irish oyster poached in curry leaf burnt butter, foie gras terrine
Roasted baby carrots, pine nuts & pumpkin seeds, caramelized shallot jam,  soy dashi oyster mushroom
Banana blossom, cherry tomatoes, ginger flower, corn kernels, peanuts & shredded duck meat
  
Mr Chew’s Famous Taco
Nori taco with sushi rice, kingfish & salmon tartare, pickled prawn & burnt chilli mayo
 
Bun, roll and dumplings
Steamed bun with tempura barramundi, crispy capers, pickled red onion, ohba leaf & soy butter
Dumplings filled with slipper lobster & tiger prawn, enoki mushroom, pearl onions truffle sukiyaki broth
 Sakura prawns with rice noodles, coriander pesto, ikura and avruga caviar
  
Bigger Things
Grilled marmite free-range chicken, water chestnut, macadamia & orange
Crispy skin red snapper, tempura squid, mango & papaya salad warm rice wine vinaigrette
With…
Wok-fried asparagus & broccolini
Desserts
Mr. Chew’s Valentine Box
*All prices are subject to 10% service charge and 6% government tax
  
For more info, head over to https://mr-chew.com/ or telephone +603 4065 0168
 

  
Savini Ristorante Italiano at The Intermark
 The main dining room

Read the full review at https://timchew.net/2018/02/04/valentines-day-2018-menu-at-savini-italian-fine-dining-restaurant-the-intermark-kl/
 

  
Enfin by James Won
 The dining room decor changes yearly so be on the lookout for this year’s surprise decor and centrepiece
  
Enfin by James Won at Menara Hap Seng in downtown Kuala Lumpur has a specially curated four (4) course and five (5) course menus only available on 14 February 2018.
Four course menu priced at RM438.00                  
Five course menu priced at RM568.00
  
[Amuse bouche is complimentary with set courses dining selection]
 
Wine pairing
Champagne, wine & fine cognac pairing can be added on for an additional RM235.00 per guest /additional Krug Champagne by glass for RM128.00
 
Chef’s recommendation (Additional RM380.00)
White Sturgeon caviar (30g per serving), pommes soufflé and condiments.
   
Amuse bouche 
 
Baby baguette stick, apple sorrel, sambal olek a la enfin, chicken skin and flowers
Yam, petit pois, ikura, barbeque shallot
Foie gras mushroom, black cherries, white chocolate nuts
Enfin House fermented Bario rice wine, bitter selection and rosemary
   
Entrée
White Sturgeon caviar (10g disc), pommes soufflé and condiments, vegetable cracker
Abalone, oyster, osmanthus & chrysanthemum, charred onion and chicken broth, mushrooms, verjus lily bulb, chervil oil and fennel blossom
 
Sea urchin, fermented chili, crème fraiche rose powder, pommes soufflées nigiri, potato bravas, seasonal truffle, tobiko tarama, chervil
Foie gras, black cherry compote, blue berry reduction and whole cherry brined in Hennessy
 
Krug Grand Cuvee, Reims, France (Edition 163rd)
  
Palate cleanser
Yogurt and olive oil ice cream, kumquat and wasabi
 
Plat Principals 
Vegetable from the farm – Spring onion carpet, parsley chlorophyll, charcoal bamboo soil and truffle pate, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots and beetroots, pea puree, roasted leeks 
 
Fish of the day (Air-flown) crowned with baby carrots, crispy skin, carrot geleé, Szechuan and Sarawak peppercorn, house fermented Tapai beurre blanc 
IL Carpino Malvasia Vigna Runc 2014, D.O.C Collio, Italy
  
Lobster tail, prawn cannelloni, crab, burnt coconut and fried egg hair, parsley, nasturtium, prawn and roselle powder, brassica flowers
 Castello di Ama Rosato 2015, Tuscany, Italy
  
Limousin Beef (France), roasted peppers, black garlic, parsley, garlic chips, wholegrain mustard, cape berry and basil oil
Selection Laurence Feraud Gigondas 2011, Southern Rhone, France
   
Dessert
Valentine Sweet heart
70% Single origin dark cacao, strawberries, mousse, sponge and blood orange Chantilly creme
Mango and cape berry soufflé, Sarawak peppercorn and pandan sorbet (30 mins wait)
Hennessy X.O, Cognac, France
 
Enfin by James Won is located at:
Lot 2-05, Level 2, Menara Hap Seng,
 1, Jalan P. Ramlee,
50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  
Telephone: 010-288 7920
Website: www.enfinrestaurants.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enfinbyjameswon/
  
                              
  

  
Roofino Skydining & Bar
                     

 
The special Valentine’s Day menu at Roofino Skydining & Bar is only available on 14 February 2018, priced at RM368++ per couple.
 
Roofino Skydining & Bar is located at:
34th Floor, Trillion KL, 
Jalan Tun Razak, 
50400 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  
Telephone: 012-216 1634
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roofinokl/
 

 
Signature at The Roof, First Avenue Bandar Utama

 
Signature at The Roof, First Avenue Bandar Utama is one of the more popular spots for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner in Petaling Jaya. This year, the restaurant will be having a 3-course meal priced at RM350++ per couple, available on 13th & 14th February 2018. The restaurant has two (2) seating slots per night which is at 6.00PM and 9.00PM. Seats are limited and will be on first come first served basis. Kindly note that 100% payment is required to confirm your booking.
 

                        
Start off you meal with some of Signature’s cocktails (not part of the set).
 Or their famous Watermelon Slush which will surely set the mood for the evening. (Also not part of the set.)
 
                              
Starter (buffet style)
Garden Salad, Alaskan crab meat with asparagus, Beetroot Chicken salad, Green apple with Celery and walnut, Cold cuts platter which includes Beef salami, smoked duck breast, turkey ham, and of course – Signature’s famous Mushroom soup with truffle oil.
The starter course is a buffet which means that you can help yourself to as much as you want! Great for big eaters!
 
Mains – Choose 2 main courses (per couple) of your choice:

Char grill lamb loin with balsamic bell pepper and mango yogurt
Make sure you order your meat to be cooked nothing above medium. In fact, I’d recommend it be cooked medium rare for tender and juicy pieces of lamb! This was my favourite main as it was flavourful and incorporated a good mix of textures and flavours!
 

Soft shell prawns with squid ink pasta
The pasta was really flavourful… full of spice and garlic which on any other day would be wonderful! However, if you plan to get cosy with your partner after dinner, I would suggest that you order a different main (garlic breath can really ruin a night…).
 

Chicken roulade with wasabi crust and romesco sauce served with truffle mash
A simple dish that was well executed! The chicken remained tender and this main was substantial enough thanks to the truffle mashed potatoes.
 

Pan fried grouper with Alaskan crab meat parcel served with romesco and creamy seafood sauce
The Alaskan crab meat was in the little parcel to the right and was pretty heavenly!
 

Dessert platter (shared platter)
Chocolate truffle, lavender cheese tart, lychee and rose cake
A nice and sweet end to the meal. I really liked the chocolate truffles (then again I pretty much love anything with lots of dark chocolate).
 
As Signature at The Roof is one of the most popular romantic dining spots in Petaling Jaya, I’d suggest that you book early to avoid disappointment.
For reservations, call 0386053388 or book online at https://www.tableapp.com/partner/signature-theroof?date=2018-02-13&size=2
For more info, head over to www.theroof.com.my or https://www.facebook.com/Signature.TheRoof/
 
Meanwhile, Stratosphere @ The Roof (ie. the helipad) will be offering a dining experience with the unique 360 overview of the city skyline and open roof top bar concept. Indulge with your loved ones for a 5 course meal happening on the eve and Valentine’s Day which includes oysters for starters, salads and soup, dessert with a choice of main including slow char grilled lamb loin, soft shell prawn pasta, chicken roulade or pan-fried grouper for only RM400++ per couple. Patrons can enjoy the panoramic view while dining under the stars and later each couple will be entitled to one wishing lantern on the 14th February.
                        
 

 
Drift Dining and Bar

 
Treat your sweetheart with an intimate and romantic modern Aussie cuisine dinner for two at Drift Dining and Bar in downtown Kuala Lumpur this Valentine’s Day. The sharing platter meal is priced at RM 388++ per couple and is inclusive two (2) glasses of bubbles or wine. 
Start off the evening with Fine D Clair Oysters, followed by Sesame Crusted Hokkaido Scallop and Butter Tiger Prawns with lemongrass infused roasted carrot puree and mushroom truffle emulsion. For the mains to share, a heart shaped beet ravioli pasta filled with smoked salmon and spinach tomato bacon emulsion.  A beautiful grain fed beef tenderloin with truffle mash, red wine shallot custard, bone marrow butter and vegetables.  To put the finishing touches on this extravagant feast will be a heart shaped cheesecake donned with chocolate mousse and strawberry and raspberry coulis.
There is also a vegetarian/vegan option available however you need to request for it when you make your booking. 
 
                                                           
Read my review of Drift’s Valentine’s Day 2018 menu at https://timchew.net/2018/02/11/valentines-day-2018-menu-at-drift-dining-bar-kuala-lumpur/
   

  
BloomThis Florist

Each year, I highlight the offerings by various florists and this year BloomThis has a very special creation to celebrate love the upcoming Valentine’s Day. The BloomThis Eternity features a preserved Rose bud with a glimmering “diamond” centrepiece, sealed in a glass display. This very unique and classy gift will definitely convey your affection towards your partner. The BloomThis Eternity is priced at RM139 without engraving and RM169 with engraving.
  
 You can opt to have your partner’s name engraved on the top – adding a personalised touch to your gift!
 There are four (4) different colours to choose from – red, pink, violet and black (but please don’t send your partner a black rose for Valentine’s Day!)
 BloomThis Eternity Pink
  
BloomThis also has more traditional flower bouquets, some with teddy bears, bunnies and even sparkling wine included alongside the flowers!
To see the full range of BloomThis’ Valentine’s Day 2018 offerings, head over to https://bloomthis.co/collections/valentine-collection-2018
  

 
Cest La Vie Florist

 
Order your flowers for Valentine’s before Sunday, 11 February 2018 and enjoy RM10 off!
Cest la vie Florist’s terms and conditions:

Prices do not include delivery (which will cost around RM10.00 – RM30.00 in Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur)
All flowers are subject to availability.
Cest la vie Florist reserves the right to substitute unavailable products with similar products of equal or greater value.

  
Address: 1-1, Jalan USJ Sentral 1, USJ Sentral, Persiaran Subang, 47620 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
Telephone: 012-2097022 (Dilian)
Email: dilian@cestlavie.com.my
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/cestlavieflorist.my/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cestlavieflorist
Website: http://www.cestlavie.com.my/
  

Gift Ideas for Him and Her
Calvin Klein Watches & Jewelry
                              
  
The Calvin Klein watches and jewelry collections feature seductive yet clean and often minimalist aesthetic, with innovative, bold, progressive and seductive designs, with stylish collections for both men and ladies. First launched in 2004, the jewelry collection takes everyday life and the world as its source of inspiration. The original geometrical creations have given way to designs that are more fluid, organic, sensual and integrated; a reflection of the modern trend.
Calvin Klein Watch & Jewelry boutiques are located at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Suria KLCC, Sunway Pyramid, and Sunway Velocity. The products are also available at authorised dealers nationwide.
  
                              
  

Macallan Rare Cask – An Exquisite Whisky for Your Man

  
If your man appreciates a quality single malt whisky, why not get him one that will get him thinking of you with each sip of the exquisite golden liquid. The Macallan Rare Cask is a 43% ABV whisky, crafted to showcase complexity and depth, and is drawn from the broadest spectrum of casks, 16 different types, ever identified by the Master Whisky Maker.
Far less than 1% of those casks maturing at the distillery have been identified as fitting to bestow the Rare Cask name. With rarity at its core, this is a whisky crafted from casks so rare they will never again be used in any Macallan whisky. Combining Spanish and American sherry seasoned oak casks, a high proportion of them first fill, gives rise to an exquisite whisky with a splendidly rich hue, and an unmistakably woody whisky. Soft notes of opulent vanilla and raisin on the nose, give way to apple, lemon, and orange. Balanced by a spicy quartet of root ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. Oak resonates, timeless, polished and rich. Vanilla and chocolate lead the finale along with a light citrus zest. The finish is full, warming and woody.
For more info, head over to https://www.themacallan.com/
   

      
If you’re looking for restaurants and spas in hotels as well as hotel stay promotions at Grand Hyatt KL, Majestic Hotel KL, The Westin KL, Le Meridien KL, Saujana Hotel, The Westin Langkawi, St. Regis Langkawi, Hard Rock Hotel Penang, and more, head over to https://timchew.net/2018/02/04/valentines-day-2018-romantic-restaurant-dinners-and-promotions-in-hotels-in-kuala-lumpur-penang-and-langkawi/
 
Photo credits: Provided by the respective restaurants/ florists and author’s own