The Velvet Valentine
Saturday, February 14, 2026 February 14, 2026 The Padre Hotel
The Velvet Valentine at The Padre is a decadent wine and dine affair perfect for lovers and friends alike. Join us Saturday, February 14, 2026, under the stars on Prairie Fire for a chef-curated four-course candlelit dinner with expertly paired wines and enchanting live music by violinist Celene. The experience is $95 per person, and reservations are required. Wine pairing is optional and an additional cost.
4 Course Dinner & Wine Pairing
Hors D'oeuvres:
Oysters Rockefeller: oysters on the half shell with butter, cream cheese, spinach, breadcrumbs
Baked Brie Cups: brie, fig preserves, crushed walnuts, thyme
Strawberry Bruschetta: marinated strawberries, whipped mascarpone, balsamic glaze, mint
Starter: Choose 1
Spring Salad: Arugula mix, strawberries, roasted pistachios, candied pecans, herbed goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette
Roasted Root Vegetable Soup: Roasted carrots, sweet potatoes, paprika, thyme, artisanal bread
Entree: Choose 1
Filet Mignon: bacon wrapped filet, whipped yukon gold potato, honey glazed carrots, and a rich red wine demi-glaze
Salmon Piccata: pan seared salmon, linguini pasta, capers, served in a light lemon wine piccata sauce
Thai Oyster Mushroom: pan seared oyster mushrooms, herb basmati rice, and a rich thai coconut sauce
Dessert: Choose 1
Amour au Chocolat: A rich, decadent chocolate lava cake with chocolate ganache center
Strawberry Serenade: Dubai strawberry cheesecake, chocolate crumb base, fresh strawberries, pistachio cheesecake, pistachio kunefe cream, and chocolate ganache
For the Love of Raspberry: Raspberry sorbet served with lemon shortbread
