Top 10 Things to Do this Valentines Day (Ngày Valentine)

Whether you're looking for a romantic dining experience or thinking to stay home, curl up with your loved one with some chocolates, cheese and cold cuts, this is the guide you’ve been looking for this Valentine’s Day (Ngày Valentine).

With many couples staying in the city this Valentine’s Day (Ngày Valentine), I thought it would be a good one to do a round-up on the top 10 best things to do this Valentine’s Day. All restaurants have been confirmed on the 12th of February to be open on Valentine’s Day and adhering to social distancing measures during this period. So whether you're single or attached, heads up – cupid has drawn his arrow and its heading to these Valentine's Day events! Please continue to adhere to safe distancing rules and wear your masks when you’re out.

Dining

Monkey Gallery DINING - 5 Course Set menu with A4 Wagyu and Cheese Fondue

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On the 14th of February, Monkey Gallery Dining will be debuting a 5-course set menu including flavourable favourites such as A4 Wagyy beef steak with cheese fondue and sweetbread with green curry and herbs. The menu also includes a specially-curated themed cocktail and mocktail - ‘Crush Aura’ and ‘Love Aura’ for lovebirds to enjoy.

Address: 3rd Floor, 91 Mac Thi Buoi St., District 1, HCM, Vietnam
Price: 2.2M per person excluding VAT
Booking: 079 399 1992

*Socially distancing measures are imposed and to maximise your comfort during this sensitive time, dinner time will be arranged with limited space at either 6p.m or 8.30 for seatings at 3rd floor and 7p.m for seatings at 2nd floor.

Noir: Dining in the Dark - 4 Course Mystery Menu with 14 dishes

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Indulge yourself in an enchanting four-course mystery tasting menu with 14 uniquely themed dishes and 2 welcome drinks including sorbets, soups, mains and cocktails served in complete darkness. After your meal, enjoy a specially curated "Love Potion No. 9" primed for everlasting love between couples.

Address: Lane 178/180D Hai Ba Trung - Dakao - District 1
Price: 980,000 VND per person (subject to 5% service charge and 10% government fee)
Booking: 079 399 1992

The OX Not Only OX - 5 Course Wine Dinner by MasterChef Ngo Thanh Hoa with Live Music

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A romantic wine and dine experience curated by none other than MasterChef Vietnam Ngo Thanh Hoa. A peek into the menu reveals the likes of Peru Uni served with Royal Oscietra caviar, roasted rice and truffle aioli as well seared Japanese scallop with caramelized pork belly topped with a gorgeous Hoi Na green chilli, lotus seed mash and young coconut flesh. The grand affair is the slow cooked Australian beef rib with roasted baby potatoes, fennel, tomato, parsley, chilli and mint. To top it all off, an acoustic band will also be playing your favourite love songs. Available for one night only.

Address: 24/24 Dong Du Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
Price: 2,299,000++ / Pax, alcohol & Tet holiday service fee included
Booking: http://bit.ly/taste-of-love-menu or call 028 66 81 9999

*BOOKING REQUIRED: Due to limited ingredient availability and safe distancing measures, booking in advance is required for "Taste of Love" menu

ROS Dining & River Lounge - 8 course set menu with a view

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Voted one of the city’s romantic spots.. and for good reason, ROS Dining and River lounge presents a specially curated 8 course Valentine set menu including Miyagi oysters with yuzu champagne granita, Binchō-tan jade tiger abalone with abalone liver sauce as well as Josper grilled Tajima Wagyu striploin MB7 with truffle jus. In addition to its decadent set menu, there will also be a chocolate fountain, themed decoration and a live pianist featuring your favourite repertoire of love songs.

Address: Bach Dang Harbour, 10B Ton Duc Thang, D1, HCMC
Phone: 090 379 62 36
Price: VND 2,000,000++ per pax (minimum 2 pax)
Bookings: https://rossaigon.vn/

Latest Recipe by Le Meridien Saigon - Buffet Dinner with a view of Saigon Riverside

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A romantic dinner in a cosy space, with sparkling light from the view of Saigon Riverside. Enjoy a decadent menu of assorted seafood, fresh sushi and sashimi as well as French classics such as scampi flambé, sole meuniere and beef tournedos Rossini. For an added touch of ambiance, there will also be a live florist station and instant photo booth to capture your love moments.

Address: 3c Ton Duc Thang, HCMC
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Price: 1,250,000VND++/person
Booking: Book via Facebook or 0901 440 640

Chanh Bistro Rooftop Saigon - Sunset 4-course dinner with wine

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Thinking of a sunset dinner with your loved one while enjoying a lovely glass of wine and delicious food? That’s exactly what Chanh Bistro Rooftop Saigon is offering diners this Valentine’s Day. Featured dishes include the likes of a classic seafood Bouillabaisse with tiger prawns, mussels and squid as well as pan-fried duck breast with seared foie gras and peach apple puree, grilled asparagus and cherry sauce.

Address: 215 Ly Tu Trong at D1
Price: Two choices of 4 course menus - VND 769,000 or VND 990,000 (click for menu)
Bookings: 090 383 8760 or m.me/ChanhBistro

L’Usine - Unpretentious menu with cozy and charming decor

For those looking for something casual and cozy, the good guys at L’uisine have put together an unpretentious 3-course Valentine’s Day menu featuring pumpkin soup, tenderloin steak frites and a choice of cake for only VND 350,000++ per person. The restaurant will also be beautifully adorned with Valentine’s Day decorations such as a heart wall and roses.

Address: All locations in D1, D2 and D7
Phone: 090 379 62 36
Price: VND 350,000 per pax
Bookings: 034 2800 222 / 034 2836 222 or Facebook

Chocolates & Gifts

Maison Marou Saigon - Limited Edition Strawberry Chocolate and More

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This year’s special Valentine Strawberry Chocolate Bar is crafted from Orlar sweet, fragrant organic strawberries 100% grown in Vietnam, 75% Marou dark chocolate, and a lot of love This chocolate bar will be a perfect blend between the sweetness of strawberry caramel, and the rich flavor of Maison Marou’s award-winning chocolate. It definitely helps that the packaging is equally delicious.

On top of Maison Marou’s limited edition strawberry chocolate, the famous chocolate brand also has themed macarons, bon bons (Strawberry Jelly and Origin Ganache, Daisy Flower Tea Ganache, Red Heart - White coco milk chocolate - rum) and special Valentine’s Day envelopes to seal each special gift with a handwritten message (or kiss!).

La Carità - Valentines Day Chocolate Gifts with Roses

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Don’t fancy the usual wine and dine Valentines Day affair and would rather opt for a simple gift and homemade dinner instead? Check out La Carita’s Valentines Day gift sets -

• True Love - 385,000 VND for a rose bouquet and spicy nama chocolate

• Zen - 265,000 VND for match chocolate lip balm + matcha nama chocolate

Address: 103/15 Ho Thi Ky, Ward 1, District 10
Telephone: 076 580 7887 or Facebook

Saint Honore - French Cheese and Cold Cuts for Delivery

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For those looking to stay home and order in a platter of cheese, cold cuts and wine, Saint Honore is open on Valentine’s Day and delivering. Choose from a variety of cheeses including Emmental, Mozzarella and cold cuts such as Proscuioto ham, Torchon ham, Chorizo and Hungarian sausage. In addition to cheese and cold cuts, Saint Honore also delivers a range of other sweet treats perfect for a romantic home affair including chocolate gift boxes and pate de fruit cakes. Click for menu.

Address: 17 Tran Ngoc Dien, Thao Dien Q2
Telephone: 028 3620 1817 or Facebook

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