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Food and romance have long been cosy bedfellows. The intimacy of eating together, the exploration of new sensations and flavours, seducing your partner with exotic aphrodisiacs, showing how much you care by cooking a cosy supper for two at home: sharing a romantic meal features highly in almost all our romantic celebrations.
So, if you’re celebrating a special anniversary, proposing to the love of your life, or on your honeymoon then it’s likely you’ll be looking for an extra-special dining experience to set the magical tone for your occasion. Here are some of our favourite ‘romantic dinners’ from around the world….
#1 ROMANTIC DINNER IN THE WORLD'S SMALLEST RESTAURANT | Quinta das Lagrimas, Coimbra, Portugal
For the
ultimate romantic dining experience share a romantic candlelight dinner in the world’s smallest restaurant - with only you as its guest.
Maria Moreira,
Marketing Manager at Quinta das Lagrimas says….
Q1. Set the
scene for a romantic dinner in the smallest restaurant in the world Imagine the
most intimate setting where you will experience unique moments always inspired
by the love story of the beautiful noblewoman Inês de Castro and Prince Pedro.
A table for 2 where the lighting, the period furniture, the connection to the
gardens and the kitchen of Chef Vitor Dias creates an atmosphere of seduction
for all the senses.
Q2. What’s
on the menu? The menu served is based in our Pedro & Inês Menu (Tasting
Menu) – we change it every season
Q3. What
type of couples come to your restaurant? We are now starting a special service
for proposals in the restaurant, but all romantic couples are our main clients.
Q4. How can
couples book a table? In the reception of the hotel
Q5. If you
could give one piece of romantic advice for creating perfect romantic dinner
what would it be? Good lighting, good food and good music are the perfect
“ingredients” for a perfect romantic dinner!
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at Quinta das Lagrimas
#2 ROMANTIC DINNER ON THE BEACH | Mirihi Island Resort, Maldives
Sharing a
romantic dinner on the beach is truly an unforgettable experience in the
Maldives. Soft white sand caresses your toes, turquoise waters frame each
moment and flickering torch flames dance in the breeze as your personal chef
prepares and serves your choice of freshly grilled barbeque.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at Mirihi Island Resort
#3 ROMANTIC DINNER ON A HOT AIR BALLOON | Park Hyatt Mallorca, Spain
For a
romantic dining experience with a real wow-factor (and one of the best views
you could ever ask for) take a hot air balloon flight over Majorca and eat at
1600 feet.
Laura Silio,
Content Manager at Park Hyatt Mallorca says…..
Q1. What can
couples expect if they book a romantic dinner on a hot air balloon? Couples may choose from having a romantic
breakfast early in the morning or take the hot air balloon flight in the
afternoon. They may participate in building the balloon. When the balloon is
half full, the flames of the burners break the silence of the morning or the
afternoon and the sails starts to rise. Once inside the basket, the excitement
starts when metre after metre they start to rise. The balloons reach up from 300
to 500 meters. Soon, there is silence and a feeling of freedom. Villages,
country houses, hills and beautiful beaches are the landscape. You can see the
whole island of Mallorca beneath and even the smaller island of Menorca. At
that moment, couples can unpack a picnic basket carefully prepared by the Park
Hyatt Mallorca team, including wine and very nice food. The balloon flight
company can also arrange a balloon flight with a singer or a musician.
Q2. What’s
on the menu? The team at Park Hyatt Mallorca has a pack-a-picnic menu for 35 €
per person (however, if it is a very special occasion we may personalize the
menu further):
- Quinoa salad
with poached egg, avocado, aloe vera, hibiscus salt from es trenc
- Vegan green
salad, Carrot dressing, raw vegetables, crispy buckweat
- Serrano ham
& mahon cheese baguette, tomato, olives
- Hand fruit (banana, plum, peach, apple or grapes) - Fresh strawberries
- Yogurt,
agave syrop, granola
- One box of 6
chocolates from oriol balaguer
- Juice and
water
- Champagne
/Wine / other drinks are an extra charge.
Q3. What
type of couples would you recommend this experience to (possibly not those with
a fear of heights)? We would recommend this of course to couples who do not fear
heights and would like to organize something very special. As the company that
we work with can also organize a singer or musician to be on board, it could be
the perfect place to ask someone to marry you. We would also recommend this
experience for a honeymoon adventure or wedding anniversary.
Q4. How can
couples book a balloon flight? Couples can either book a balloon directly with
the company that we work with or through our Concierge Team who can organize
special extras or personalize the times and experience. One of the companies we work with is Mallorca Balloons
Q5. If you
could give one piece of romantic advice for creating the perfect romantic
dinner what would it be? One piece of advice for a romantic dinner would be: to
try to prepare it in advance and contact the team that is going to cook for you
so they can prepare your partner’s favourite dessert. Details that surprise are
also very important, so a great idea is to write a beautiful letter for your
partner and ask the waiter to hide it below their dish. Candles are always a
must, as they create an intimate ambience. It is also important to decorate the
table and setting with flowers.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at Park Hyatt Mallorca
#4 ROMANTIC DINNER IN THE AFRICAN BUSH | The Hide, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Share an intimate
romantic dinner in the African bush where you can opt for a private dining
experience on the restaurant deck, overlooking the wildlife as the sun goes
down.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at The Hide
#5 ROMANTIC DINNER IN THE MOUNTAINS | Villafound Jade Lijiang, Yulong Snow mountain, China
For a romantic
dinner unlike any you’ve ever had before try a traditional Naxi dining
experience surrounded by breath-taking mountain scenery and flawless luxury.
Yue, Brand Manager at Villafound Jade says...
Q1. Set the
scene for a romantic dinner at Villafound Jade Lijiang? The romantic dinner can
be served at your own balcony or in the wedding pavilion during the sunset time
with a 360 degree view including the Lijiang ancient town, Yuhu village and
Yulong Snow Mountain.
Q2. What is
your favourite dish on the menu? Our favourite dish is mutton curry in Naxi style
and roasted pork ribs with Naxi baba/pancake.
Q3. What is
the most memorable meal you have served? The most memorable meal we have hosted
was our five course Naxi menu which we served to 80 guests attending a wedding
reception.
Q4. How can
couples book a table? For in-house guest
can book directly via reception and outside guest via
reservation@villafound.com, one day in advance
Q5. If you
could give one piece of romantic advice for creating the perfect romantic dinner
what would it be? Wear Naxi Clothes, and experience Naxi – come to Villafound
Jade to discover what Naxi couples did when they are dating, combine the
romantic and cultural.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at Villafound Jade Lijiang
#6 ULTIMATE PRIVATE DINING EXPERIENCE | The Sarojin, Khao Lak, Thailand
Create the ultimate romantic dining experience possibly imaginable. Simply, choose your
ultimate romantic setting such as a private beach, jungle waterfall, desert
island or moonlit poolside gazebo, select your perfect menu, arrange to best
time …. then step back and let the magic begin.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at The Sarojin, Khao Lak
#7 ROMANTIC DINNER ON THE ITALIAN LAKES | Villa & Palazzo Aminta Hotel, Beauty & Spa, Lake Maggiore, Italy
Celebrate with
a romantic dinner in one of the most exclusive destinations in the world. Where
nature and luxury meet in (almost) equal magnificence – welcome to the Italian
Lakes.
Ivan
Quaglia, Sales & Marketing Manager at Villa Aminta says….
Q1. Why is
Lake Maggiore Italy’s most romantic lake? Because it is home to so many luxury
and historic, private mansions and villas dating back to the “Belle Epoque”
period, built as weekend getaways or as wedding presents for beloved brides (as
Villa AMINTA itself was). Moreover, the world famous actress Liz Taylor stayed here
at Villa AMINTA for one week together with Mr. Richard Burton during one of
their “Italian romantic escapes” in 1966, and that’s why two of our luxury
Suites bear her name.
Q2. Set the
scene for a romantic lakeside dinner Our Italian I MORI restaurant has a
marvellous round shape gazebo in crystal and iron overlooking the lake and the
Borromean Islands for a truly romantic dinner. There you can find fine dishes
together with live cooking opportunities, everything surrounded by the magic
atmosphere of the Lake.
Q3. What is
your favourite dish on the menu? My personal favourite dish is the Ravioli dal
Plin pasta (first course) followed by the Fassona filet (main course), very
tender and delicate.
Q4. How can
couples book a lakeside table? Both I MORI and Le Isole main restaurants are
lake facing and with garden facilities, therefore all our tables have stunning
views of the romantic Lake Maggiore and its Borromean Islands, just in front of
the Resort.
Q5. If you
could give one piece of romantic advice for creating the perfect romantic
dinner what would it be? A candlelit dinner for two on the panoramic terrace
with background live piano music but not before a sparkling wine drink in the
magnificent and luxuriant garden under the stars and with only the lake in
front of you.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at Villa & Palazzo Aminta Hotel
#8 ROMANTIC DINNER IN THE CITY | The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna, Austria
Vienna is a
city of romantic royalty where beautiful architecture, history and culture
abound in a symphony of grace and elegance. Enjoy 5 star service street-side
for the best in romantic city dining and watch the world go by.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna
#9 ROMANTIC DINNER IN A FLOATING BALE | Wapa di Ume Resort and Spa Ubud, Bali
Experience the
once-in-a-lifetime romance of a private dinner surrounded by candlelight and
exotic flowers and floating above a lotus water pond in the middle of a
Balinese rice paddy.
I Gede
Nusantara, Sales Manager at Wapa di Ume Resort and Spa Ubud says…
Q1. What is
the Floating Bale? It is a private bale / joglo floating above a lotus water
pond, with a view to the rice paddy and the most beautiful scenery of the sunset.
Q2. What’s
on the menu? Our Balinese chef creates a special romantic 3 courses menu, there
are 2 selections:
MENU A:
Welcome
Cocktail
Home Made
Bread
Appetizer -
Deep fried rolled crepes minced beef, served with avocado mint mousse and
yogurt dressing
Sherbert
Grilled
marinated pork chop served with parsley potatoes, baby corn and sautéed fresh
mushroom with prawn and rosemary juice
or
Grilled
imported beef tenderloin with sautéed vegetables, butter rice and black pepper
sauce
Carrot
Orange Cake with cream cheese frosting and orange clove apple sauce
MENU B:
Welcome
Cocktail
Home Made Bread
Soup Ayam
Jamur - Chicken and fresh shiitake mushrooms with chicken broth
Sherbert
Grilled
Australian beef tenderloin wrapped with roasting bacon, served with Balinese
vegetables, garlic sweet potato and yellow nutmeg Balinese sauce
or
Grilled
prawn in Balinese red sauce with fresh vegetables, Balinese mashed potatoes,
sweet corn rice and prawn crackers
Biu Metunu
with vanilla ice cream - Roasted banana and caramelized palm sugar, coconut
milk, grated coconut and vanilla ice cream
Q3. Who would
recommend the Floating Bale experience to? For Honeymooners. We can discuss
with guests when they book and create any customized activity to meet their
every expectation.
See full
details and book your romantic celebration at Wapa di Ume Resort and Spa Ubud