Romantic Valentine’s Day at Maui Ocean Center

January 30th, 2009

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Maui’s Most Unique Valentine’s Dinner

This Valentine’s Day, indulge in a delectable four-course meal, surrounded by hundreds of tropical fish! Maui Ocean Center celebrates this special day by hosting the island’s most unique and romantic dinner event, the Sea of Love!

Dine on exquisite meals in semi-private seating against the stunning backdrops of the aquarium’s most popular exhibits.  Upon entering the aquarium, ladies will be greeted with a special Valentine’s lei. You will then be personally escorted to your table in the Living Reef or Open Ocean Exhibits. The elaborate dinner, prepared by James Beard nominee Chef Henry Tariga and catered by the award-winning Seascape Ma’alaea Restaurant, includes a welcome glass of Sparkling Wine.

Reservations open to the public on Friday, January 30. Seating is limited so ensure your romantic evening at the Sea of Love Dinner by calling (808) 270-7088 Monday thru Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Calls are taken in the order they are received. Seating times are between 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, February 14. This exquisite dinner is $99 per person plus gratuity and tax.

MENU

? Welcome
Glass of Sparkling Wine

? Lover’s Platter (to be shared)
~ Pistachio crusted seared Ahi with Wasabi Oil, topped with Papaya Relish
~ Shrimp Cocktail
~ Crab Cakes topped with Avocado and drizzled with Liliko’i Aioli

? Cupid’s Salad
Mixed Spring Greens with candied Walnuts, Tomatoes, and broiled herb marinated Shrimp, topped with Liliko`i Raspberry Vinaigrette

? Entrée Choices
~ Baked Fresh Hawaiian Mahimahi stuffed with Crab and broiled Prawns with Pineapple Rum Beurre Blanc
~ Broiled Lobster Tail with drawn Butter and Porcini Mushroom crusted Filet Mignon topped with Demi Glaze
~ Italian crusted breast of Chicken stuffed with Spinach and Ricotta Cheese, topped with Garlic Herb Cream Sauce
~ Vegetable Napoleon: Grilled marinated Vegetables and Portabella Mushrooms served with Mozzarella Cheese and topped with roasted Kamuela Tomato Coulis and Balsamic Reduction

All entrées served with Chef’s choice of accompaniments.

? Dessert
~ Strawberry Florentine: Pastry Basket filled with Cream and Fresh Strawberries, topped with a caramelized Glaze, garnished with Chocolate dipped Strawberries and Chocolate Truffles.

Served with Coffee or Tea

Champagne upgrades and a cash bar will also be available.


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  1. Maria on January 30, 2009 12:06 pm

    Aloha!

    Speaking of Valentine’s Day, I thought you might be interested to know that three spots in Hawaii- Molokai, Kamuela and Lahaina have been chosen for tripwolf.com’s (a social travel guide) BEST sunsets in the US for Valentine’s day countdown! The full story can be read here: http://www.tripwolf.com/en/page/valentine

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
    Best, Maria

    [disclaimer: I work with tripwolf]

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