How are you going to spend Valentine’s Day?? Whether you’re looking for the best deals around, or simply the most romantic, we’ve asked the locals, from Governors Bay to Melton Estate, to help us bring you 7 of the very best Valentine’s Day ideas in Christchurch and Canterbury.
Whether for dining out or staying overnight, these special offers will help you create the perfect Valentine’s experience. So read on – and surprise your Valentine!
Happy Valentine’s Day!!
Crowne Plaza Valentine’s Dinner Special
Treat your taste buds and Valentine to a culinary delight this Valentine’s day at Victoria Street Cafe. The 3-course menu includes your choice of entrée and main from the a la carte menu, with a shared chocolate fondue served with fresh fruit, chocolate raspberry truffle, passion fruit, pannacotta, lime delice with ice cream and berry coulis to finish. Only $59 per person and the price also includes a small gift for the ladies. For bookings, phone +64 3 365 7799.
Select Braemar Lodge and Spa
Book 1 night’s accommodation in a Spa Suite including Gourmet Breakfast and late check out. Be welcomed with a fruit and chocolate platter and a bottle of bubbly. Enjoy a 3 course dinner at Altitude Restaurant or in the privacy of your suite. Indulge yourself in a creamy luxurious milk bath surrounded by candles prepared by one of the therapists. A shimmering veil of gold flecks will cover your body as your step out – a truly sensual experience. $590 for 2 people – valid for stays 14 – 19 February 2010 inclusive. For bookings, phone +64 3 315 7555.
Black Cat Valentines Cruise
Black Cat has a very special 2-hour Valentine’s Cruise on the 14th of February from 17:30. Join them for a cruise on Lyttelton Harbour with a chance to see the rare Hector’s dolphin and other wildlife, not to mention the spectacular scenery. You will also receive a free glass of bubbly and chocolates! Make sure to book early as this is a very popular cruise. The Dawn Princess cruise ship is also in harbour on this day so this is your chance to get up close to this amazing floating hotel. $45 per adult; $15 per child. Phone +64 3 328 9078 to make a booking.
Valentines dinner at Hinton’s Restaurant
A tranquil romantic evening of lovely food and wine. Enjoy a 3-course meal for $58 per person. View menu here. Booking essential, phone +64 3 3 588 599.
Summer Love at Melton Estate
Candlelit Valentine’s Day Dinner from 6pm – Their Valentine’s Day Dinner features a specially designed 3 course menu – well matched to their fine boutique wines. Dinner includes a glass of Melton Estate’s award-winning “Summer Love” Sparkling Riesling on arrival. $60 per person.View menu here. For bookings, phone +64 3 347 4968.
She Chocolat Valentine’s Evening
Listen to the harp music of the amazing Helen Webby while enjoying a 3-course meal at She Chocolat. Start your evening with a Sharing Platter followed by a choice of Monkfish wrapped in bacon, Canterbury Lamb or She Summer Salad. For dessert, treat yourself with She’s Divine Sharing Platter - a sublime chocolate sensation featuring mini creations of our famous chocolates interplayed with ice-cream, seasonal fruits and more… $70 per person. Phone the restaurant to book: +64 3 329 9825.
Love in the Lanes – Free event
This Valentines Day, you are invited to enjoy “Love in the Lanes” and spoil your loved one…
9.30am: French Farmers Market – Tantalise your loved one’s taste buds at the French Market
2.20 – 3.30pm: Valentines Speed Dance by the Fountain – Get up close and personal with Valentines Speed dancing, enjoy a romantic rendez-vous as you try one sultry dance style for 15 minutes and then move to the next… Ceroc, Rock ‘n Roll, Salsa and Rhumba
3.30 – 4pm: Professional Dance Demos by The Twisted Hop - Watch how the professionals do it in a fabulous demonstration of a range of popular dance styles
4 – 5 pm: Speed Dancing Part 2 – Bachata, Waltz, Argentine Tango
5 – 5.30pm: Poplar Lanes Love Tree Prize Giveaways – Write a Valentine to your loved one and pin it on the Poplar Lanes Love Tree and be in to win a variety of Valentines Day prizes
6 – Late: An evening of Frank Sinatra Music – Spend a romantic evening enjoying the smooth sounds of New Zealand’s own Frank Sinatra.
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Here is my idea of a perfect gift for my girl on Valentine’s day 2010 http://wp.me/pKUm9-7I
I have done Valentines Day at She Chocolat in the past and can highly recommend. It was a beautiful evening and very romantic.
Hey another great one I’m going to is the concert Live at Halswell Quarry on Sunday 14th Feb http://www.arktour.co.nz/about-ark/christchurch-concert.html
Valentines day is now over. But I am sure there are meal deals still around. I am working with new company that has a website which lets restaurants list their deals. It has been born and growing well in Auckland and we are on the look out for people who are keen to make use of it in their region. We hope to be in Canterbury soon. Get in touch if you want to know more and be involved at this early stage BestDeal4Meals.co.nz