Gloucestershire restaurants for Valentine's Day

If you are looking for a way to impress a date on Valentine’s Day 2010 a candle-lit dinner for two in one of Gloucestershire’s best restaurants is hard to beat.

An intimate dinner for two is a sure way to bring a smile to the face of your beau on the most romantic day of the year. Whether you want to wine and dine your loved one in Cheltenham, the Cotswolds, Gloucester, Tewkesbury or the Forest of Dean, take a look at our choice of Gloucestershire restaurants offering special Valentine’s Day menus.

With tables being snapped-up quicker than you can whisper a sweet nothing, just don’t forget to book as soon as possible – a takeaway in front of Eastenders just doesn’t have the same ring to it, after all.

Cheltenham restaurants for Valentine’s Day

Venue: The Daffodil
On the menu: The Valentine’s discovery menu to share includes an hors d`oeuvres platter for couples to tuck into before the tomato consommé with basil ravioli; main courses include Cotswold chateaubriand with red wine jus, bérnaise sauce, roasted vegetables or whole lobster thermidor with parmesan gratin, garlic fine beans, gratin dauphinoise; topped off with a delightful assiette of Daffodil puddings.
SoGlos.com loves: The Daffodil’s decadent art deco surroundings will certainly help to set the mood for romance, with a glass of Bollinger Special Cuvee on arrival adding sparkle to the occasion, followed by a glass of Chateau Briatte Sauternes with dessert, and a goodie bag with home made petit fours to take home – all included in the price.
How much?: The Valentine’s menu costs £95 per couple and is available on the Friday, Saturday and Monday.
To book: Call The Daffodil on (01242) 700055, or visit thedaffodil.com directly, for more information.

Venue: Spice Lodge
On the menu: The Spice Lodge in Cheltenham will be the destination of choice for fiery couples, kicking off with a glass of Kir Royale, followed by mixed starters and main courses including murgh masala, nali gosht, jalbaja sea bass and Thai-inspired pad khing. Desserts include home made Indian delight, with chocolates and a rose for the ladies.
SoGlos.com loves: While Valentine’s Day can be hard on the pocket, The Spice Lodge’s three-course menu is high on flavours and low on pounds – costing what you’d expect on any other day of the year. And you don’t have to share that small detail with your other half.
How much?: The Valentine’s menu costs £29.95 per person.
To book: Call Spice Lodge on (01242) 226300, or visit spicelodge.com for more information.

Gloucester restaurants for Valentine’s Day

The restaurant: The Wharf House
On the menu: The Wharf House will be giving lovers a lavish six-course menu to feast on this Valentine’s Day. Starting with a glass of prosecco or a Kir Royal cocktail, the menu includes scallops with coconut, lemongrass and chilli, or duck with fresh orange and caramelised walnuts to start; lobster in a creamy red pepper and coriander sauce, or venison with a redcurrant sauce and a hint of dark chocolate for the main course; followed by poached pear and passion fruit ice cream, or frozen dark chocolate delice and cinnamon ice cream to complete the evening.
SoGlos.com loves: Situated overlooking the canal basin, the chance to take a Sunday riverside stroll hand-in-hand along the Severn is not just romantic, but also the perfect way to build up an appetite for The Wharf House’s special six-course menu.
How much?: The six-course menu costs £39.95 for lunch or £44.95 for dinner, available from Friday 12 to Monday 15 February 2010.
To book: Call (01452) 332900, email thewharfhouse@yahoo.co.uk or visit thewharfhouse.co.uk directly.

The restaurant: The Dewinton Restaurant
On the menu: The Dewinton Restaurant at Hatherley Manor Hotel will be hosting a four-course candlelit dinner on Valentine’s Day. Options are likely to include white onion and red bean soup, deep fried tempura prawns or plum tomato and artichoke heart stack with feta cheese to start; roast prime rib eye of beef with a wild mushroom, maize-fed chicken with cream cheese, or tenderloin of Old Spot pork with an apple wine cream sauce for mains; followed by ‘Gentle Embrace’, a white chocolate and cherry brandy tart, or ‘Lovers Delight’ four sweets to share.
SoGlos.com loves: As well as offering the special Valentine’s menu, Hatherley Manor also has a special offer when an overnight stay in a double room, a three-course dinner for two and breakfast on Valentine’s Day morning will cost just £90 per couple.
How much?: The four-course menu, including a glass of champagne, costs £39.95 per person.
To book: Call (01452) 730217, email reservations@hatherleymanor.com or visit hatherleymanor.com directly.

The restaurant: Dearmans Restaurant
On the menu: Dearmans Restaurant at Bowden Hall Hotel will be hosting a special Strictly Valentine’s Dinner on the Sunday night. Menu details are to be confirmed.
SoGlos.com loves: What could be nicer than dancing cheek-to-cheek with a loved one, even if you have two left feet.
How much?: The Valentine’s menu, dancing and a rose costs £35 per person.
To book: Call 0844 8159077, email bowdenhall@ramadajarvis.co.uk or visit ramadajarvis.co.uk/bowdenhall directly.

Stroud restaurants for Valentine’s Day

The restaurant: The88Room at Cotswolds88Hotel
On the menu: A signature cocktail, or glass of champagne, starts The88Room’s special Valentine’s Day menu off with a bang, followed by a four-course candlelit dinner in the stylish restaurant in Painswick. Included in the cost of the romantic meal at The88Room is a special gift for the ladies.
SoGlos.com loves: If you really want to splash out, Cotswolds88Hotel has romantic overnight packages available from £395, staying in one of its rooms with a view and including half a bottle of champagne as well as a four-course candlelit dinner.
How much?: The four-course menu with champagne costs £45 per person.
To book: Call (01452) 813688, email reservations@cotswold88hotel.com or visit cotswolds88hotel.com directly.

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