Valentine's Day Dinner at the Two Oceans Aquarium

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We are giving in-love (or in-like) couples a unique opportunity to spend the most romantic day of the year – Valentine’s Day – at the most romantic place in Cape Town – the Two Oceans Aquarium. This is a special chance to visit the fish after dark, and an opportunity to impress your date in a very exclusive way - intimate dinners-for-two in front of your favourite Aquarium exhibits.

“There are many fish in the sea, but only one for me.”

• We've scattered tables for two throughout the Aquarium, in front of your favourite exhibits for you to enjoy the most romantic nights of the year in a truly unique way. Good food, an amazing view of the underwater world at night, and the perfect partner - what more could anyone ask for?
• Prices range from R1 250 to R2 150 per couple depending on which dining spot you select (details below).*
• If you'd like seating for more than two people, please contact [email protected] for special arrangements.
• The price includes entrance into the Aquarium for the evening (from 18h30 onwards), an alcoholic or non-alcoholic arrival drink and a delicious dinner for two (see menu below).
• A wine list will be available on the evening, and a cash bar will be open. R40 corkage fee for your own drinks.
• Date: 13 & 14 February 2024
• Time: 18h30 for 19h00 until 21:30 
• No under-18s
• All food is prepared in a Halaal-certified kitchen. Vegetarian options are available by prior arrangement only, please email [email protected] with your meal preference if you require vegetarian catering, or it will be assumed that the standard menu is acceptable. (see menu below)
• See details about the exclusive Kelp Forest spot offering below - limited to just one table.

*Active Two Oceans Aquarium members qualify for a 25% discount. Please email [email protected] to receive your discount code if you are an active member.

For further enquiries, please email [email protected] or call 021 418 3823.

MENU:

Canapés

Served on arrival, with welcome drink.

• Camembert and fig spring roll
• Lamb skewers in a sweet curry glaze

Main - Surf and turf platter for two:

• Feta basil and tomato crusted Local Cape hake bake, drizzled with a basil butter sauce
• Grilled and sliced beef sirloin served with mushroom sauce and peppercorn sauce
• Local mussels in a creamy wild garlic and lemon sauce
• Fragrant rice with fried fennel and red onion
• Roast chicken in a sticky orange and thyme glaze
• Oven baked potatoes
• Roast tomato basil tart
• House salad fresh greens feta, olives, onions dressed in a sweet tangy dressing.
• Variety of artisanal breads and dips

Main - Vegetarian option platter for two (by prior arrangement)*:

• Deep fried tempura vegetables 
• Baked brown mushroom topped with garlic parmesan and butter.
• Fragrant rice with fried fennel and red onion
• Roast tomato basil tart
• Oven baked potatoes
• Charred butternut feta and coriander spring rolls
• Stuffed pepper with aubergine and a puttanesca sauce
• House salad fresh greens feta, olives, onions dressed in a sweet tangy dressing
• Variety of artisanal breads and dips

Please email [email protected] after booking if you require vegetarian catering. A half-and-half option of the vegetarian and standard menu is also available by prior request.

Dessert (included with all menu options):

• A mini trio of chocolate brownie, milk tart inspired panna cotta and creamy baked cheesecake 
• Chocolate coated strawberries
• Crème Brule
• Mini chocolate cake

A R40 per bottle corkage fee will be charged for any wine bottles brought in, a full cash bar with wine list will be available on the evening.

Exclusive Kelp Forest table:

Choose the most private Valentine's Day spot in the Aquarium - have the Kelp Forest viewing pit all to yourself in the premium Valentine's experience. 

In addition to the above, the exclusive Kelp Forest table includes:

• Bottle of MCC on the table
• Bottle of still water
• Bottle of sparkling water 
• Dedicated waitron
• Private dining area