February 14 is the date not just circled on the calendar but marked with a big red heart. It’s the ultimate date – and date night – and Time Square has something for every budget. If you’re going to splurge on the hottest table in town, however, look no further than sophisticated fine dining with a view at Luminary on 12th, or culinary artistry blended with rustic elegance at Appetite. Love every moment and take it all to the next level by spending the night at The Maslow Time Square.
Sophisticated palates will revel in the fine dining at this glamorous venue. Take the hotel elevator to the 15th floor to begin your evening at Solis Bar for a sundowner and canapés. Nibble on parmesan cannoli with truffled goat’s cheese and fig jam, smoked salmon on pea blinis with keta caviar, and chorizo croquettes with confit tomato as the sun sets and the city lights start twinkling below.
Then move to the 12th floor where Sun International’s Group Executive Chef, Adrian Vaughan and his team have created a six-course “contemporary international” meal, paired with wine. Expect a bread course of toasted brioche with duck liver parfait, followed by beef tosa mi (also known as tataki), pan-seared sea bass, pan seared duck breast with confit leg, cassis cabbage, garlic potatoes and red wine jus; and a pre-dessert of vanilla panna cotta before ending on a high note with a decadent creation of strawberries and chocolate.
Savour your romantic dinner for two as the sommelier presents a diverse array of fine wines to complement each exquisite course, enjoyed to the sounds of live entertainment. Cost is from R2 500 per couple, and bookings can be made via 012 003 6151 or tsq@suninternational.com
Appetite is open everyday between 06h30 and 11h00 for hotel guests and other patrons, and then for lunch and dinner from Wednesdays to Sundays, blending culinary artistry with rustic elegance on every plate.
For Valentine’s Day, Sun International’s Group Executive Chef, Adrian Vaughan has pulled out all the stops with a fabulous three-course menu for a pocket-friendly R495 per person.
“Our menu shows our commitment innovation but pays homage to traditional flavours beloved by South Africans, using the finest local and seasonal ingredients,” says Vaughan.
To start, choose from Belnori Ash goat’s crottin brûlée with marinated heritage beets, mustard seed dressing, pickled pear and wild rocket; beef tartare with sourdough toast, petit herb salad, and gentleman’s relish; lemon butter poached tiger prawns with baby spinach, miso dust, ponzu dressing and parmesan; or caramelised butternut and coconut soup with onion bhaji, tomato chilli pickle and almond crumb.
Your main course options include chargrilled Chalmar beef ribeye, spinach and ricotta stuffed chicken breast pan, roasted line fish, or wild mushroom risotto. To finish, make your selection from dulce de leche lava cake with macerated raspberries, peanut crumb and cinnamon ice cream; “strawberry heart” – strawberry macaron, Champagne, pistachio and lemon verbena meringue; or Black Forest dessert with drunken cherries, mascarpone, chocolate textures and Aero sponge.
To book for either of these two stunning meals, call 012 003 6151; for any other of the many restaurants at Time Square, visit the website.
With Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday this year, it’s the perfect opportunity to splurge on a full weekend of romance by booking a room at The Maslow Time Square.
The Maslow Time Square is the first hotel in Pretoria to receive three different gradings from the Tourism Grading Council, thereby offering a novel concept in hospitality with the unique choice of three-star, four-star and five-star graded rooms under one roof to suit all budgets.
The hotel also goes beyond bed and breakfast bookings with value added packages to include Date Night, Stay for 3 nights and pay for 2, and Senior Citizen packages, with the best rates available via the Sun International via the online booking app.
