We don’t want to sound ungrateful, but standard Valentine’s Day dining is so overdone. Here are some alternative ideas for couples stuck in a romance rut.
We don’t want to sound ungrateful, but standard Valentine’s Day dining is so overdone. Here are some alternative ideas for couples stuck in a romance rut.
For those who like: eating out, but without the cheesiness
Go for: an arty meal, pop-uptheatrics style
We’re talking about the theatrical feasts organised by Andsoforth, where diners tuck into an elaborate meal based on a special theme (the theme of the upcoming one is The Picnic) while an interactive art installation plays out around them. The indoor, airconditioned aff airs are shrouded in mystery (even the locations are under wraps until the day itself), but what you can look forward to is food with a twist and falling more in love with each other. From $68 per person.
Secret location, tel: 9129-7845, www.andsoforth.com.sg
For those who like: an adrenaline rush
Go for: a ski run – in the tropics
Picture this: You and your man skiing down a smooth slope of snow hand-in-hand. In Singapore. Yup, you read that right. Urban Ski, an indoor snow sports centre, off ers private, hour-long group sessions (two to four people); a romantic ski “getaway” on Valentine’s Day itself will set you back $360, while an early celebration (ie on weekdays) costs you $306.
#01-46/47/48/49 Millenia Walk, tel: 6238-0575, www.urbanski.com.sg
For those who like: staying in and cuddling
Go for: a class to hone your moves
For the more daring couples out there, spice things up a little this V-Day. Sign your man up for Singapore Lap and Pole (SLAP) Dance Studio’s hour-long, onetime- only striptease-andlap- dance group class for men ($80, only at the Robinson Square branch; registration opens Jan 14). It’ll teach him how to get his kit off in the most suggestive (and legal) way possible – just make sure he turns up in a button-down tee or a shirt and tie. If you’re feeling fruity, sign up for one of SLAP’s classes for women, so you can return the favour in future.
155A/157A Telok Ayer Street & #10-01 Robinson Square, 144 Robinson Road, tel: 6636-4622, www.slap.sg
For those who like: something with a personal touch
Go for: a chocolate-making class
Perfect for the soppy day are handmade chocolates – because who doesn’t love chocolate, right? Sign up for artisan chocolatier Anjalichocolat’s truffl emaking class on Feb 14 ($225 per couple) or, if you want to give him a sweet surprise, the one-off class on Feb 4 ($175 per person), which will have you crafting bonbons you can gift. Be warned though: it’s entirely possible you’ll return home empty-handed...
Block 73, Loewen Road, #01-15 & 16, tel: 6509-6800, www.anjalichocolat.com
