PLAYMATES AND PROPER DATES San Diego has a wide variety of aphrodisiaical
venues to rival your even-wider variety of “friends” on
Adam4Adam.com. If you seek a sophisticated bistro to set the mood and woo your boo, look no further, as this establishment will provide the benchmark for your perfect evening out with Mr. or Ms. Right-Now- and-Potentially-Later.
• R Gang Eatery 3683 5th Avenue 619.677.2845
rgangeatery.com $$$ Duality seems to abound here. The setting is enjoy-
ably casual yet tangibly chic…the cuisine indulges the hungry gourmand but also delights the refined palate with surprises in textures and aroma. Chef Rich Sweeney, Sous Chef Molly DeMers and their team of culinary R-tists have once again outdone themselves. As always, the fare at this San Diego staple offers a
playful variety of elegantly elevated comfort treats and revamped supper classics. But for Valentine’s Day, a limited course-style menu is offered that covers every craving from Fontina-Stuffed Ravioli with Braised Currants and a Wild Mushroom-Brandy Demi to a Grilled Caesar Salad with Buttered Brioche Croutons and a Pink Peppercorn Parmesan Crisp. And you simply cannot miss the entrees: Rack of Lamb with Aged Gruyere Potato Gratin and fresh-grilled veggies; Roasted Monkfish served over Risotto and finished with a Blood Orange Beurre Blanc. You’d better save room for dessert, because this
meal includes an adorably portioned Bananas R- Split for two and a Mini Root Beer Float served with two opposing straws. This one’s for sharing with loved one! Book your reservation by February 7 and pay only $80 per couple. Afterward the price is $45 per person.
PREPARE TO PROPOSE Making the ultimate impression with dinner
requires more than just great food. You want an evening that you’ll both remember for a lifetime. Now would be the time to thank your lucky pa- gan stars that San Diego Bay is the perfect locale for supreme luxury and romance.
• Hornblower Cruises 1066 North Harbor Drive 888.467.6256
hornblower.com $$$$ Sure, there are other bay-cruise event boats,
but “Cupid’s Dinner Cruise” with accompanying live band offers free-flowing Champagne (or sparkling cider), a four-course seated Valentine’s dinner, romantic slow-dancing and elegant couples’ photos taken at the beginning of the cruise. Not allowing itself to be classed with other cruise lines, Hornblower Cruises offers its guests private tables so you won’t be forced to share your special night with anyone but your beloved. Beautifully decorated, this floating three-hour
celebration boasts ever-changing views and the chef’s sumptuous creations—which include: AMUSE: Roasted Prawns infused with Fresh
Oregano and Extra Virgin Olive Oil served on Savory Risotto Cake With Black Truffles, Grape
Tomatoes and Balsamic-Glazed Garlic Cloves finished with Saffron Chantilly. SALAD: Chilled Romaine Wedge lightly
dressed with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette, garnished with Watsonville Raspberries and Freshly Baked Stilton Crostini with Candied Figs. ENTRÉE: Center-Cut Grilled Filet Mignon finished with Cognac, Green Peppercorns and Cream, Panko Maryland Crab Cake with Meyer Lemon and Chive Cream accompanied by Red Potato Gratin with Fresh Rosemary and Roasted Mélange of Baby Vegetables with Fleur de Sel and Freshly Baked Rustic Bread with Butter *VEGETARIAN OPTION* (Please specify in
reservation) Heirloom Tomato Napoleon with Grilled Portobello Mushrooms, Vol au Vent of Grilled Belgium Endive and Roasted Asparagus finished with freshly made Pomodoro and Pesto Sauces
FINALE: Chocolate Fantasea With Chambord
Crème Grand Marnier Sabayon, finished with Fresh Blackberries. Admission is $135 per person plus a service
charge, tax and a landing fee. The yacht boards at 6:30 p.m. and the cruises commences at 7 p.m. Landing is at 10 p.m. Departing from Grape Street Pier (1800 North Harbor Drive across from the San Diego County Administration Building).
FEBRUARY 2012 | RAGE monthly 61
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76