Savour a special four-course dinner at Old Manila, The Peninsula Manila’s long-loved fine dining haunt. Feast upon toro tuna carpaccio, seared foie gras baklava, and your choice of Black Angus tenderloin or seabass papillote. End your meal with a delightful dessert of raspberry and white chocolate. Curated by chef de cuisine Gaël Kubler, this Valentine’s Day special is exclusively available on February 14 from 6.30pm to 11pm. 

Tatler Tip: do come early, as guests will be invited for a celebratory photoshoot at the 11th-floor helipad, boasting sweeping views of the Makati skyline—a unique experience that will make the holiday all the more memorable.

For inquiries or reservations, please call The Peninsula Manila at +63 2 8887 2888 ext. 6694 or visit peninsula.com/manila

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One of chef Josh Boutwood’s signature dining concepts, The Test Kitchen has become a neighbourhood favourite for a relaxed yet elegant meal in the fashionable Rockwell district. On the 14th of February, the well-loved restaurant will offer an exclusive seven-course menu for both lunch and dinner. Highlights include a marriage of barley, rice, and truffle; lamb and beetroot; succulent seabass with cauliflower and leeks; and a timeless brioche with date and rum for dessert.

For inquiries or reservations, please call The Test Kitchen by Josh Boutwood at +63 977 288 5751

Boasting elegant interiors, attentive service, and refined European fare with Asian inflections, M Dining has remained a reliable pick for special occasions among Manila’s most discerning diners. This February 13 and 14, this fan-favourite institution will offer special two three-course set menus for lunch and dinner, with various options and upgrades to choose from. Indulge in burrata with champagne butter and caviar, kampachi with yuzu vinaigrette, tobiko and shrimp taglietelle, Kurobota pork rack rib, raspberry-lavender crème brûlée, and many more. Guests may add wine pairings, unlimited sparkling wine, and pan-seared foie gras for their main course.

For inquiries or reservations, please call M Dining at +63 2 8810 3565 or +63 917 843 3565

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With its storied history and Art Deco feel, Blackbird at the Nielson Tower boasts a natural charm any day of the year, but most especially on Valentine’s Day. This 2024, the team has put together a four-course menu, faithful to the restaurant’s sophisticated European-Asian cuisine. Start the night with a coupé of cava and enjoy hamachi crudo or seared scallops before progressing to a luscious asparagus risotto, grilled Wagyu, or roasted Chilean seabass. 

For inquiries or reservations, please call Blackbird at the Nielson Tower at +632 8828 4888, +632 8828 1937, or +63 917 8892782

Since Andrea Spagoni took over the Finestra kitchen at Solaire as its executive chef, the fine-dining restaurant has explored more soulful Italian cuisine—one grounded in tradition but with a contemporary outlook. This Valentine’s Day, Finestra will offer a special six-course menu designed to make your loved one swoon. The degustation includes a Josper shuck oyster accompanied by smoked seaweed and lemon, a luxurious black truffle and mushroom stew with roasted pork belly, and foie gras tortellini with raisin and cacao nibs, among other delightful treats.

For inquiries or reservations, please call Solaire Resort at +632 8888 8888, email restaurantevents@solaireresort.com, or visit solaireresort.com/valentines

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This new kid on the block has quickly become one of the most sought-after restaurants in the metro, leaving diners impressed by chef JP Cruz’s culinary brilliance. While the neo-Filipino restaurant typically runs à la carte, Inatô will be offering a special multi-course set menu on February 14, 15, and 17, exclusively for Valentine’s Day. Stay tuned for more updates.

For inquiries or reservations, please email Inatô at reservations@inato.ph

Helmed by fiancées Alex Tan and Mikee Lopez, it’s only fitting that Tandem whips up a special set menu for this day of hearts. Consisting of eight courses with a few bites in between, the Valentine’s menu will run from February 13-17 with 6pm and 8.30pm seatings strictly by reservation.

Tatler Tip: Can’t catch their exclusive Valentine’s Day menu? Keep your eyes peeled for their Instagram account, as the chef duo is set to announce their sophomore menu very soon.

For inquiries or reservations, please message Tandem via Viber at +63 906 003 6112

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Steakhouse favourite Raging Bull Chophouse & Bar at Shangri-La the Fort, Manila, joins the festivities with their Wine, Dine, Valentine offer, available on February 14. Treat your loved one to the four-course set menu for lunch or the five-course dinner featuring 150g Josper-frilled Black Onyx tenderloin as the delectable star.

For inquiries or reservations, please call Shangri-La the Fort, Manila, at +63 2 8820 0888, or visit shangri-la.com/manila/shangrilaatthefort

The Black Pig is a well-loved fixture in the metro’s south, offering an elegant European dining experience in a sleek, unfussy setting. Exclusive for the 14th of February, the restaurant has curated an exciting seven-course menu that will elevate the occasion. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with crispy Japanese oysters, scallops with chestnut and smoked pancetta, rainbow trout confit, Snake River Farm Wagyu striploin with black garlic emulsion, and other showstoppers by chef Carlos Garcia.

For inquiries or reservations, please call The Black Pig at +63 917 845 0744

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On February 13 and 14, China Blue by Jereme Leung will present a delectable contemporary Chinese feast to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Dubbed “Imperial Hearts: A Valentine’s Affair”, the set menu includes roasted crispy duck with honeydew truffle sauce, stir-fried lobster with chilli garlic sauce, and a glass of champagne or wine, among other gustatory delights.

Tatler Tip: when booking, request a table by their floor-to-ceiling windows for the best view.

For inquiries or reservations, please call Conrad Manila at +63 2 8833 9999 or email conradmanila@conradhotels.com.

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Known for its fine wines, jamón, and Spanish cuisine, Txanton is a well-loved dining destination offering an intimate atmosphere perfect for date night. On the 14th of February, the Spanish restaurant will offer a special five-course menu with exclusive dishes you won’t find on their à la carte menu—including a caviar tasting. While meat lovers will surely enjoy the Spanish tenderloin with Ibérico rice, the penne rigate with highly-coveted carabinero will surely delight seafood fanatics. The set menu comes with a glass of a limited edition Torello Txanton 150 Grapes Bubbly. Salud!

For inquiries or reservations, please call Txanton at +63 2 8877 6928.

Nestled along a quiet street in Quezon City, La Spezia offers diners a pocket of Italy in the metro’s north. This Valentine’s Day, the cosy, laidback restaurant turns up the ante with a special five-course menu designed for two, available on February 14 with a 6.30pm and 8.30pm seating. Find comfort and luxury in the lasagna with button mushrooms covered in black winter truffle, and delight in the 14 dry-aged duck with taro, leg confit, and a lip-smacking jus. 

For inquiries or reservations, please call La Spezia at +63 2 7960 6903

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Nobu Manila has prepared a five-course Valentine’s Day menu available exclusively for dinner on February 14. Complete with a complimentary welcome drink and the chef’s selection of zensai (small Japanese appetisers), the menu includes a seasonal assortment of sushi, Hokkaido scallop and lobster duo with chawanmushi, and braised Wagyu beef short ribs.

For inquiries or reservations, please call City of Dreams at +63 2 8800 8080 or email guestservices@cod-manila.com

Looking for a romantic getaway? Tucked away in Cavite is Mrs Saldo’s, a lush, charming sanctuary, where chef Rhea Rizzo’s borderless Californian cuisine shines. This Valentine’s Day, chef Rizzo has prepared a multi-course set menu, available from February 14-18—perfect for a quick road trip over the weekend.

For inquiries or reservations, please call Mrs. Saldo’s at +63 917 100 2983

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Helmed by chef Colin Mackay, Sala Restaurant is a tried and tested fine dining establishment right in the heart of the CBD. The restaurant is a natural pick for date nights with its intimate and elegant atmosphere. This Valentine’s Day, Sala will offer a five-course menu sure to delight discerning palates. Highlights include potato gnocchi with Jerusalem artichokes, mushrooms, hazelnuts, and tartufata cream; SRF Gold Wagyu striploin with celeriac and thyme fondant; and elderflower and vanilla poached stone fruit with fennel seed ice cream and pistachios. Guests may also elevate the experience with an optional wine pairing.

For inquiries or reservations, please call Sala Restaurant at +63 2 8877 6668, +63 2 8893 0242, or +63 917 529 7252.

Chef Patrick Go puts on an eight-course tasting menu at Your Local. Lovingly named “Course to Remember”, the playful menu takes inspiration from Japanese and Korean flavours, with seatings available for 6pm and 8.30pm on February 13 and 14. Experience this delicious love affair between two vibrant Asian cuisines in the inviting Legazpi Village haunt.

For inquiries or reservations, please call Your Local at +63 977 487 9236 or visit tasteless.ph

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Often considered the gold standard for fine dining in the Philippines, Antonio’s in Tagaytay is a reliable choice for any celebration, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. This year, chef Tony Boy Escalante and his team have crafted a special set menu for the occasion—stay tuned for more details.

For inquiries or reservations, please call Antonio’s Tagaytay at +63 917 899 2866 or +63 918 899 2866

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