If you’re craving for a breather or a quick getaway, whether within or outside the metro, this is your sign to hop on your ride and get going. We’ve listed down six unique experiences that would surely satisfy your eyes, belly, and heart as well. Don’t forget to bring along your special someone as you celebrate the Month of Love in these beautiful spaces.
Van Gogh is Bipolar
(Maginhawa, Quezon City)
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This restaurant is a feast for both the eyes and the soul. Its owner, Jetro Rafael, is an advocate for mental health and wellness which the restaurant clearly reflects as it takes pride in its whimsical interiors and mood-healing food. Van Gogh is Bipolar offers full course meals that are tweaked to adapt to your mood, involving a whole ritual which makes this experience like no other. We suggest the Lovers Feast for you and your twin soul.
Villa Tortuga Taal
(Taal, Batangas)
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Taal in Batangas is known for its deep history and heritage houses. Would you like to experience Taal as if you were really there 125 years ago? Look no further, as Villa Tortuga Taal is the place to be in. It is a restored ancestral home turned restaurant where you are free to rent traditional costumes while dining through their full course menu. Their packages also include a murder mystery game, complete with actors dressed in full traditional costume, and even a theater show. Of course, you are also free to roam around the venue to fully immerse yourself and go back in time.
GK Enchanted Farm
(Angat, Bulacan)
GK Enchanted Farm promises a unique experience with every visit. Spend the day enjoying fresh air with a walking tour, and learn a new skill or two–whether it be cooking or planting–through a hands-on experience with its community-based demos. You may opt to attend its organic farming workshop, too. The day is not complete without a buffet style farm-fresh lunch with produce freshly picked from the farm.
Casa Marikit Ristorante Italiano
(Lipa, Batangas)
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This restaurant offers one of the best Italian cuisine experiences in the South thanks to its authentic Italian food and eye soothing decors. Casa Marikit is fashioned as a wine cellar decked with bricks and ceramic tiles, just like any restaurant from Italy. The ambience is absolutely romantic especially at night—the perfect place to be struck by Cupid. Not to mention, the food is just as great as the overall vibe of the place, making you feel like you’ve truly left the country in search of a wonderful experience.
SOUQ Pampanga
(San Fernando, Pampanga)
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It’s eye-catching from the outside as it looks like it was built from an old warehouse. SOUQ exhibits a rustic vibe thanks to its blend of different furniture styles that just make sense. Its high ceiling offers optimum ventilation and enough sun to peek through during the day, while its chandeliers exude a more glamorous vibe at night. If you want a more chill, cozy setup, you may stay in its outdoor garden, where many wedding proposals have taken place thanks to its romantic atmosphere. Being in the gastronomic center of the country, you can expect SOUQ to offer Kapampangan and Filipino staples with some Italian fusion cuisines.
The Nest Dining in the Sky
(Alabang, Muntinlupa City)
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Sometimes, we are torn between views of the city and the sea. You can experience both at The Nest Dining in the Sky. This restaurant is at the rooftop of the 31-story Vivere Hotel, giving you a unique view of the city skyline and Laguna de Bay. Aside from its favorable position, you could also enjoy a selection of international cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails in the midst of an intimate atmosphere with your Valentine’s date. We highly recommend that you visit before the sun sets because this place allows you to see it like no other.