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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 150 to R2 000 per couple depending on which dining spot you select (details below).*
- If you'd like seating for more than two people, please contact functions@aquarium.co.za for special arrangements.
- Book online here.
- The price includes entrance into the Aquarium for the evening, 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. R30 corkage fee for your own drinks.
- Date: 13, 14 & 15 February 2022
- 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 functions@aquarium.co.za with your meal preference if you require vegetarian catering, or it will be assumed that the standard menu is acceptable.(see menu below)
*Active Two Oceans Aquarium members qualify for a 25% discount. Please email members@aquarium.co.za to get your Quicket discount code.
For further enquiries, please email functions@aquarium.co.za or call 021 418 3823. Alternatively, click here to book now.
What's on the menu?
Couples' dinner tables will be set up throughout the Aquarium, under the beautiful light of the I&J Ocean Exhibit, in the majestic ambience of the Save Our Seas Foundation Shark Exhibit, as well as one exclusive table at the most romantic spot in the Aquarium, the exclusive Kelp Forest Exhibit viewing pit for one couple only. Couples can enjoy a freshly made platter-style dinner, lovingly prepared by Head Chef Lucio De Allende. All of our food offerings are certified Halaal by the Muslim Judicial Council of South Africa.
Standard Platter for Two:
Hot items (served with garlic aioli and lemon butter sauce):
- Grilled hake
- Creamy mussels
- Baked chicken thighs rubbed with zesty orange and thyme
- Beef sirloin with mushroom sauce and green peppercorn sauce
- Savoury rice
- Herbed baby potatoes
- Seared red pepper and broccoli
- Rocket, tomato, red onion, feta and olive salad
- Variety of artisanal breads and dips
Platter for Two (vegetarian option - by prior arrangement)*:
Hot items (served with garlic aioli and lemon butter sauce):
- Baked aubergine with a puttanesca sauce
- Tempura vegetables
- Butternut and feta spring rolls
- Baked garlic butter and parmesan stuffed brown mushroom
- Savoury rice
- Herbed baby potatoes
- Seared red pepper and broccoli
- Rocket, tomato, red onion, feta and olive salad
- Variety of artisanal breads and dips
Please email functions@aquarium.co.za 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):
- Red velvet
- Strawberries dipped in chocolate
- Warm pecan nut brownie with ice cream
- Vanilla panna cotta with seasonal fruit
A R30 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.
