Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Vancouver’s Most Romantic Restaurant

The perfect intimate setting for Valentine’s Day can be hard to come by even at the best of times, but this year, with the 2010 Winter Olympics in town, a romantic table will be even harder to find. For over 30 years, Le Gavroche as provided unforgettable Valentine’s Day experiences, and 2010 will be no exception.

Set in a historic Victorian house, with views of the Coastal Mountains and Coal Harbour, Le Gavroche has received countless awards as one of Vancouver’s most romantic destinations. And Chef Robert Guest’s five-course Valentine’s Day menu, accompanied by expert wine pairings by Manny Ferreira, is sure to set hearts a flutter.

The special menu is available for $85, or $125 with wine pairings.

Space is limited and is sure to fill up fast. Reservations can be made on OpenTable, or by calling the restaurant at 604.685.3924.

Valentine’s Day 2010 Menu

First Course
Duck Confit & Leek, wrapped in Wild Boar Bacon

Second Course
Fresh Dungeness Crab, Avocado, Balsamic Mayonnaise
or
Braised Short Rib, White Bean Cassoulet
or
Baked Artichoke, Fromage Blanc Crostini, Roasted Garlic Cream

Third Course
Lolla Rosa Mimosa
or
Roasted Chestnut Soup, Duck Confit, Truffle Essence

Champagne Sorbet

Main Course
Beef Tenderloin, Fresh Lobster, Bordelaise Sauce
or
Spinach & Pine Nut Canelloni, Tomato Rose Sauce
or
Salt Spring Lamb Rack, Minted Gnocchi, Roasted Garlic Jus
or
Sablefish & Scallops, Star Anise Essence

Dessert
Chocolate Lava Cake with Pistachio Ice Cream
or
Rose Petal Crème Brulée