Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the hotel that was first to start this romantic tradition back in 1989

by croatiaweek
February 1, 2022
in Entertainment

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Give your loved one the most beautiful surprise on Valentine’s Day – romantic moments in the elegant ambience of the Esplanade Hotel in Zagreb. Indulge in the art déco ambience, professional service, and unique culinary delights.

If you are reflecting on how to impress your better half this Valentine’s Day without travelling too far, we suggest you plan an overnight stay at Zagreb’s Esplanade and enjoy a romantic dinner for two in the ambience of Zinfandel’s. You will be welcomed with a glass of bubbly, fragrant roses, musical classics, and a romantic six-course dinner prepared with love.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Hotel Esplanade in Zagreb

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Executive Chef Ana Grgić Tomić has chosen for the occasion the finest selection of delicacies like lobster tartare with citrus fruit aioli served with refreshing orange and saffron sauce, followed by hand-made ravioli stuffed with homemade cottage cheese and spinach served with trout caviar and Adriatic scampi, smoked turbot with shallot consommé, while the main course is a delicious lamb fillet with a blend of peas, mint, potatoes, and whipped brown butter. The gala dinner is rounded off with a special dessert you’ll fall in love with all over again, ripe with raspberries, roses, and rosemary, while ladies will receive a lavish gift by local award-winning beauty brand Nikel.

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Continue the celebration with Valentine’s Day cocktails in the Esplanade 1925 Lounge & Cocktail Bar, in a cosmopolitan ambience with a view of the city, and then ignite passions and spend the most beautiful moments in the luxury of the Superior Room. Indulge in a sweet welcome and raise a toast to love with a glass of premium sparkling wine. Wake up to an à la carte selection of delightful breakfast dishes in the privacy of your room or at the Zinfandel’s restaurant.

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You can expect a selection of rolls and croissants, the Esplanade’s classic – eggs Benedict on butter brioche, or eggs Royale with smoked salmon and spinach, toast with avocado, crispy bacon and rösti potatoes, delicious American pancakes with berries and maple syrup, our unmissable štrukli, French toast with honey, a smoothie selection, cut fruit, freshly squeezed juice and, naturally, sparkling wine. Pamper your loved one with a perfect gift they will remember for years to come.

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For a touch of romance at home, we suggest you order our pink gift box with two festive pink heart-shaped desserts made of delicious raspberries, tonka, mascarpone and velvet ruby chocolate, and surprise your loved one with the most romantic gesture on Valentine’s Day.

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Valentine’s Day dinner at Zinfandel’s restaurant is HRK 770 per person, and it includes six courses, a glass of welcome sparkling wine, a rose and a Nikel gift for the lady. The number of tables is limited. The menu is available on Valentine’s Day, 14 February 2022. You can reserve a table at +385 1 45 666 44. The price of the romantic package is EUR 365, and includes dinner at Zinfandel’s and one overnight stay for two in the Superior Room with a sweet welcome, flowers and sparkling wine in the room, as well as use of the sauna and fitness centre, super fast Wi-Fi, and the PressReader Hot Zone for free downloads of newspapers and magazines during your stay. See the menu here.

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The number of packages and the number of persons in the restaurant is limited given the epidemiological measures. VAT is included in the price of the package. The price in euro is for informational purposes only. The actual price depends on the exchange rate on the day of payment/departure from the hotel. Tourist tax in the amount of EUR 1.60 per person per day is not included in the price. It is possible to upgrade your room category at an additional charge, as well as pay for an additional overnight stay at a special price. The offer is available subject to capacity availability. The requested extras are subject to additional charges. More details here.

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Reservations of the accommodation package and additional information are available by phone at +385 (0)1 4566 666 or by email at [email protected]. Two heart-shaped sweets packed in a pink box costs 180 kn and can be pre-ordered at: [email protected] or by phone 00 385 91 604 22 57, the amount of gift-boxes is limited.