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The Marion on Nicol in Sandton is an upmarket, 5 star boutique hotel with a restaurant that features fine South African cuisine and wine. The Marion has a Cocktail Bar that serves signature cocktails, a smoking section, indoor and outdoor dining sections, secure parking, as well as wheelchair access.

The Marion Restaurant Sandton offers a romantic Valentine’s Dinner and a Romantic Valentine Evening on April the 14th, 2012.

The Marion on Nicol Valentine’s Specials:

OPTION 1 – Romantic Dinner at The Marion on Nicol Hotel:
14 February 2012.
Canapes and a Champagne cocktail on arrival.
Special 5 course meal.
Arrival 18h30 for 19h00.
R420 per person.
Booking is essential at Central Reservations.

OPTION 2 – The Marion Romantic Valentine Evening:
14 February 2012 – 16:00.
Spend an Evening in a Romantic Luxury King Room With Dinner for Two at The Marion Restaurant.
Night Cap And Special Turndown.
Sparkling Wine Breakfast on the Gorgeous Terrace Overlooking the Landscaped Gardens.
R3 050.00 PER ROOM.
VALID: 14th February 2012.
Booking Essential.

The Marion Restaurant Sandton Contact Details:

Tel: +27 (0)11 783 7816

Fax: +27 (0)11 783 6278

Email: reservations@mariononnicol.co.za

Website: www.mariononnicol.co.za

Physical Address:
The Marion Restaurant Sandton
Cnr Stirling & Hamilton Roads,
Hurlingham, Johannesburg,
Gauteng,
South Africa

Marc’s is an award-winning restaurant with an impressive wine list and excellent food, located in Main Street, Paarl, in the Western Cape. The owner Marc Friederich, is an experienced restaurateur and award-winning sommelier. Guests can eat in the Provencal interior, or on the terrace.

Marc’s Mediterranean Cuisine & Garden offers a romantic Valentine’s Day Lunch and Dinner Menu with music by Ivan Martin – it costs R160 per person, and expires on 15 February 2012.

Marc’s Valentine’s Day Lunch & Dinner Menu 2012:

STARTER:
Rabbit with Plum and Cashew Nut, served with a Herb Salad
OR
Oysters with Champagne Jelly, Grapefruit shooter and White Chocolate Foam
OR
Tom Yam Soup, served with Flat Bread
OR
Salmon & Avocado Salad with Lime and Chilli dressing

MAIN COURSE:
Fish of the Day with a Dukkah Crust, Red Pepper Emulsion, Baby Potatoes and Wilted Spinach
OR
Pork Belly with Raspberry & Red Wine Jus and Pommes Boulangères
OR
Chicken & Prawn Curry with Mango and Litchi Salsa, Fresh Coriander and Naan Bread

DESSERT:
Assiette Valentine:
Guava & Raspberry Popsicle, Millionaire Shortbread, Chocolate Éclair, Toffee Popcorn,
Homemade Pineapple Marshmallows and Raspberry Sherbet.

• MUSIC BY IVAN MARTIN
• R260 per person, and a 10% service charge added to the final bill.
• Expires on 15 February 2012

Marc’s Contact Details:

Tel: +27 (0)21 863 3980

Fax: +27 (0)21 863 3990

Email: info@marcsrestaurant.co.za

Website: www.marcsrestaurant.co.za

Physical Address:
Marc’s Restaurant
129 Main Street
Paarl

Ga Rouge Restaurant is situated in a traditional country setting on the Candlewoods Country Estate in Centurion, which is declared a Historical Heritage Site. It is a beautifully restored, elegant restaurant that offers gourmet food, fine wine, outstanding hospitality and specialised services.

Ga Rouge Restaurant’s Valentine’s Special for 2012 is 2 set menus on 14 February 2012, that expires on 15 February 2012. Bookings are essential for this unforgettable, romantic evening in a historical building.

Ga Rouge Restaurant Valentine’s Day Specials 2012:

SET MENU 1 @ R210:

Sweet Rose of passion (Welcoming drink)
STARTERS
Garlic Snails Fresh bread, wedge of brie, bacon and litchis
OR
Chicken Livers Served on brochette. Your choice Spicy or Plain
MAINS
Beef Sirloin 300g,Garlic & herb croquettes, honey roasted vegetables of the season
OR
Lamb Curry, Slow cooked tomato lamb curry, yellow rice, bread & samba l’s
OR
Calamari as Main, Crushed potatoes, & honey roasted veggies
DESSERT
Malva Pudding Home baked malva pudding served with vanilla an-glaze
OR
Chilling down Trio of Ice- cream

SET MENU 2 @ R250:

Sweet Rose of passion (Welcoming drink)
STARTERS
Biltong, Pear & Blue Cheese Venison biltong, red wine poached pears and a creamy soft blue cheese
OR
Springbok Carpaccio
Capers,parmesan, tomato salad. Dressed with black gold
OR
Stuffed calamari tubes Stuffed with chicken, shrimps and sun dried tomatoes
MAINS
300g Fillet of Beef, Parmesan cheese & chive mash. Smoked bacon & brown mushroom sauce served with honey roasted vegetables
OR
Chicken Ballentine,Chicken breast rolled and filled with sun dried tomato, basil, feta and nuts, wrapped in black forest ham. Garlic & herb croquettes accompanied by honey roasted vegetables
OR
Sole Thermidor 220g sole, fettuccini pasta and white wine thermidor sauce
DESSERTS
After dinner dessert Espresso, pot stilled brandy and chocolate crème brulee served with a chocolate cigar
OR
Chocolate Volcano Rich dark chocolate volcano topped with Vanilla ice cream or Fresh cream

Ga Rouge Restaurant Contact Details:

Tel: +27 (0)79 432 5795

Email: eatout@garouge.co.za

Website: www.garouge.co.za

Physical Address:
Ga Rouge Restaurant
1795 Stonehedge Road,
Candlewoods Country Estate,
Centurion,
Pretoria

Barristers Grill & Cafe on Main, Newlands Village, in the southern suburbs of Cape Town, is well known for it’s excellent food, comprehensive list of wines, efficient service, unique facilities, well-trained staff and secure on-site parking. The restaurant comprises of the Grill Room, the Café and the Courtyard.

Barristers Grill & Cafe Valentine’s Special 2012 is a romantic dinner for two, at R180 per person, including complimentary Peroni Draught and a glass of Cloud Pink. The Valentine’s Menu expires on 27 August 2012, and bookings are essential.

Barristers Grill & Cafe Valentine’s Menu 2012:

STARTER:
Watermelon hearts, feta, olives, red onion served on a bed of rizzled with a balsamic reduction
or
Crumbed and deep-fried camembert served on with cranberry jelly
MAIN:
Crumbed and rolled chicken breast tuffed with sun-dried tomatoes, feta and fresh basil served with a starch of your choice and creamy basil pesto sauce
or
Grilled lamb chops with chips or chive mash and minted jus
or
Grilled Kingklip served on a bed of stir-fry vegetables and a starch of choice, topped with a Thai styled coconut milk sauce, capers, greenpepper corns and basil pesto
DESSERT
Passion fruit cheese cake served with cream or ice cream and a smothered in rich chocolate.
TEAS & COFFEES

• Cost -  R180 pp including complimentary Peroni Draught and a glass of Cloud Pink.
• Booking essential.
• Expires on 27 August 2012.

Barristers Grill & Cafe Contact Details:

Tel: +27 (0)21 671 7907

Fax: 086 517 6852

Email: reservations@barristersgrill.co.za

Website: www.barristersgrill.co.za

Physical Address:
Barristers Grill & Cafe
Cardiff Castle,
Cnr. Kildare Rd & Main St,
Newlands, 7700,
Cape Town, South Africa

River Place Country Estate and the Al Fiume Italian Riverside Restaurant, which is voted one of South Africa’s top 10 most romantic restaurants by Wine Magazine, offers two Valentine’s Day Specials for 2012 to choose from – an Intimate Dinner at the Al Fiume Restaurant, or a Romantic Getaway at River Place Country Estate with dinner at Al Fiume Restaurant.

Al Fiume Restaurant Valentine’s Day Specials 2012:

• OPTION 1 – all inclusive Romantic Getaway Package that include 4 Star Accommodation; Bottle of Wine and Cheese Platter on arrival; Romantic Turndown Service; a Gourmet Dinner for two at Al Fiume (Deck or Gazebo); Roses, Champagne and Chocolates; Intimate Country Breakfast, all for R2 695 per couple, per night.
• OPTION 2 – intimate, Romantic Dinner (Deck or Gazebo); Musician, for R395 per person.

Al Fiume Restaurant Contact Details:

Telephone: 071-862 9752

Cellphone: 079-886 9827

Fax: 086-545 1110

E-mail: info@riverplace.co.za

Website: www.riverplace.co.za

Physical Address:
Al Fiume Italian Riverside Restaurant
River Place Country Estate
No. 18, R 511,
Hennops River Valley,
Gauteng