Sponsored: Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and make your way to Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk for a celebration of romance like no other
With romance in the air, the search for the most romantic spots in the city have begun. Offering an array of unique experiences, from a luxurious overnight stay and relaxing spa treatments, to unrivalled culinary indulgences, make this year the most memorable Valentine’s celebration yet.
To make the month of love that extra bit special, one lucky couple will have the chance to win a complimentary overnight stay at the hotel while dining at Taiko, the contemporary Asian restaurant & bar.
A Romantic Retreat at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Whisk your special someone away on a dreamy overnight stay with the ‘Romantic Retreat’ package and immerse yourselves in a haven of luxury and romance.
Experience the romantic vibe of Brasserie Boulud with a candlelight dinner, as you toast your love with a glass of sparkling or a concoction, and a beautiful rose for the beautiful ladies. If you feel like an intimate affair, opt for a private and exclusive three-course meal from the comfort of your room. Tuck into a scrumptious breakfast the next morning before you plan the rest of your day.
For an even more wonderful getaway, you can book your own private cabana at the Soleil Pool & Lounge, and delight in a mouth-watering French-inspired spread. Finally, what is Valentine’s day without a little pampering? As part of the package, you can also book in a couples’ treatment at the property’s sanctuary of bliss, Sofitel SPA with L’Occitane.
February 11-14. Starting from AED2,222 per couple. Call +9714 324 9999, email reservations.dubaitheobelisk@sofitel.com, or visit the website.
Brasserie Boulud – Paris in Love
The surest way to the heart is through food and for those who are interested in a taste of France this Valentine’s day, Chef Nicolas Lemoyne has curated a tantalizing five-course menu set to get you love struck.
Indulge in delicacies such as Huitre Gratiné, gratinated oyster with parsley and garlic; Foie Gras Poelé, pan seared foie gras with sweet potato, mango sauce ‘aigre-doux’; and Filet de Sole, poached dover sole fillet served alongside crustacean velouté, leek custard and baby leeks. End the evening on a sweet note with the decadent Pavlova Panna Cotta á la Framboise, baked French meringue with vanilla-lime panna cotta and fresh raspberries.
February 11-14 from 7pm-12am. AED295 per person (inclusive of soft beverages). Call +9714 281 4020, email reservations@brasserieboulud.ae, or visit the website.
Taiko Dubai – Dinner with Benefits
Spend the evening with your other half and indulge in a culinary adventure to the Far East. Couples will be welcomed with a glass of bubbly accompanied by strawberries covered in miso chocolate, followed by beautifully prepared signature dishes by Chef Guido Wesselman such as rock oysters and torched wagyu nigiri, king crab and corn cappuccino with lobster foam and red curry robata lobster.
Polish off your meal with a luscious Japanese cheesecake and strawberry kakigori; and a fortune cookie with a special message. Diners also have the chance to win an overnight stay at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk.
February 13-14 from 7pm-1am. AED288 per person (inclusive of soft beverages) or AED476 per person (inclusive of house beverages). Call +9714 281 4010, email reservations@taikodubai.ae, or visit the website.
Sofitel SPA with L’Occitane – Rejuvenate your love
This Valentine’s, surrender to blissful pampering in a Provençal retreat with a soothing couple’s massage for you and your loved one. Infuse your romance with a love-filled healing treatment and share a moment of relaxation together in an experience that soothes the mind and relieves stress using L’Occitane’s signature oils. End with a refreshing dip in the swimming pool.
Until February 28. AED679 per couple (50-minute deep tissue, intense relief massage or a 50-minute relaxing Aromachologie treatment). Call +9714 281 4030, email wellness.dubaitheobelisk@sofitel.com, or visit the website.
Gift the Sofitel experience this Valentine’s day
Show your loved one how you much you care by gifting a magnificent experience at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk. Launching an e-voucher offering this February, treat your partner to a lavish stay in one of the property’s modern and unrivalled suites, an enticing gastronomic experience in one of the five dining destinations, an afternoon of relaxation at Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane, or a weekend filled with all the activities your heart could desire.
To gift the Sofitel experience, visit the website.