Im purposely writing this close to Valentines Day. If you dont have a reservation youre probably screwed, but when youre single, who cares? You dont have to accommodate anyones schedule and you can celebrate any day.
Where you end up celebrating, or just enjoying, really depends on what type of single you are. Are you looking to celebrate yourself? Hang out with friends? Or are you on the prawl? Rawr!
The following activities arent just on Valentines Day either, so spend the month trying them all.
During the entire month of February, Xi Shi Lounge is featuring complimentary afternoon tea for anyone born in the year of the horse (conditions apply). Giddy-up! Currently they have Zhimin Yu playing the ruan (Chinese guitar) and later in the month they will have Qiu Xia He playing the pipa (Chinese flute) to accompany your tea.
Yes, oysters are aphrodisiacs but if those dont get your libido going, then sit back and observe. I dont know whats up with the oyster bars but the visuals are never that bad and the oysters are good, too.) Rodneys Oyster Bar in Yaletown or Gastown, and Chewies Oyster Bar in Kitsilano or Coal Harbour are casual, fun, and approachable.
Have you seen it on a weekend, or even after work hours? Classy singles mix and mingle while a live pianist sets the mood. Its not romantic and cheesy; the energy is high and the place is alive. It attracts locals and visitors and their upscale restaurant Oru upstairs just added a ceviche and raw bar.
This would be my pick. Its the 10th year anniversary for the Unsung Heroes menu which features underrated and underutilized Oceanwise seafood such as herring, sardines and anchovies. Its one of my favourite menus all year and its only for the month of February. The dishes are served as shared plates for about $10 each so its great for groups of three to four people. It doesnt promise the freshest breath, but no need to worry about puckering up anyway. Go fish!
See Mijune on Breakfast Television on Feb. 13, at the BC Chefs Presidents Ball on Mar. 1 at Ebo Restaurant in Burnaby (tickets $110; email [email protected]), and judging the Chefs Table Societys Curry Cup on Mar. 4 (Tickets $59). Find out more about Mijune at FollowMeFoodie.com or follow her on Twitter and Instagram @followmefoodie.
