RISTORANTE CAVOUR

Even if you aren't interested in an over night at the Hotel Granduca, you can still enjoy a romantic evening of "epicurean delight" at their signature Ristorante Cavour. Their chef David Denis, will be offering the following Valentine's Day Menu. Reservations Recommended 713.418.10008

Valentine’s Day Menu
February 14, 2009
$65 per person

Amuse Bouche
Confit de Canard en Strudel
Duck Confit Strudel with Huckleberry Marmalade

Appetizers
Risotto de Langouste aux Truffes
Lobster Risotto with Celery Root and Burgundy Black Truffles
or
Huîtres de la Côte Pacifique en Salade de Fenouil
Pacific Coast Oysters with a Sweet and Sour Fennel Salad,
Tarragon Vinaigrette

Entrées
Duo de Bœuf
Duo of Black Angus Beef Tenderloin and Glazed Short Ribs,
Fricassée of Jerusalem Artichokes
or
Loup de Mer au Chorizo Espagnol
Chilean Sea Bass on Risotto, Rosemary Porcini Broth,
Fricassée of Porcini and Spanish Chorizo

Dessert
Chocolat
Chocolate all the Way:
Panacotta, French Macaroon and Homemade Cherry Port Wine Ice Cream

Houston Valentine's Day Kickoff

There are oodles and oodles of romantic options available in H-town this Valentine's Day. Between now and February 14th, I'm going to attempt to keep you posted on every last one that plops on my doorstep. To kick off this Valentine's Day Extravaganza, I have a luxurious getaway package at the Hotel Granduca.

Hotel Granduca is an amazing, old world Italy style environment, located on Uptown Park Boulevard near the Galleria (can we say Valentine's Day shopping??) Here is what is included in their 2009 Valentine's Day Package:

Deluxe Suite Accommodations
(Friday or Saturday evening, February 13th or 14th)
Champagne and Strawberries upon arrival
Bouquet of Signature Granduca Roses
Special Gift from Hotel Granduca
Romantic Three-Course Dinner for Two in Ristorante Cavour (Beverages and Gratuity not included)
Junior Suite Accommodations $525.00
One-Bedroom Suite Accommodations $585.00

Also included: Looking fabulous while lounging by their gorgeous pool, sipping a cocktail

For Reservations, contact Hotel Granduca 713.418.1000