Who doesn’t love suprises? Giving surprises is just one way of keeping the spark alive in a relationship. Surprises should be well planned and organized. For those who want to declare their love or propose publicly, let me share with you some romantic places you can take your partner for a very great surprise.

1) For an romantic but affordable dinner, try the Bahay ng Alumni’s The Chocolate Kiss Cafe in UP Diliman. The Chocolate Kiss Cafe, has been offering lovely cakes and great food in a friendly setting. The moment you enter the premises, you would notice paintings by the group Canvas. Tables with umbrellas are lined up outside the main dining room for those who like to take their meals surrounded by clean fresh air. The cafe over looks the UP track and field oval. The ground floor can accommodate up to 50 persons and the 2nd floor can seat up to 90. It is best to bring your date there on Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays nights when guitar duets, piano, and violin players will be available to serenade you and your partner. For their address, map, menu, and live music schedules you may visit their website at thechocolatekiss.com.

2) San Miguel by the Bay at Esplanade offers fire works displays every Fridays and Saturdays which starts at exactly 7pm. It is best to bring your date as early as 6:30pm. Sit with your partner on the white benches right next to the musical fountain… that spot has the best view. However, if you prefer to watch the fireworks from a restaurant, the following are some suggested restaurants with a good view:

  • PIER ONE Bar and Grill | San Miguel by the Bay Center Esplanade (North Side of Fountain) | +632 636-5175
  • PADI’S POINT Restaurant and Bar | San Miguel by the Bay Center Esplanade (South Side of Fountain) |+632 386-3729. 986-9610.
  • TAGAYTAY HIGHLANDS STEAKHOUSE | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (Above IMAX North Side) | +632 556-0769. 5560768 | Set Menu
  • AZUL’s Filipino Spanish Cuisine | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (North Side) | +632 556-0742 | Set Menu
  • CAFE VIA MARE Filipino Cuisine | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (North Side) | +632 556-0770. 5560812 | Set Menu
  • GUMBO A Taste of New Orleans | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (North Side) | +632 556-0238. 556-0239 | Set Menu
  • PRINCE OF JAIPUR North Indian Cuisine | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (North Side) | +632 556-0839. 556-0867. 556-0869. +63 915 870-3024 | Set Menu
  • PINK PEPPER French Restaurant & Lounge Bar | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (Center North Side) | +632 556-0397. 468-8388. +63 906 268 8388 | Buffet Menu
  • MOJITO BAY Reggae Corner | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (Center North Side) | +632 556-0608 | Set Menu
  • UCC Coffee | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (Center South Side) | +632 556-0175 | Set Menu
  • TANABE Japanese Restaurant | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (South Side) | +632 556-0360. +63 917 306257 / head consumables
  • HAI Chinese Resto & Bar | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (South Side) | +632 556-0815 | Set Menu
  • HEALTHY SHABU-SHABU | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (South Side) | +632 556-0354. 556-0355 | Set Menu
  • ITALIANIS Italian Resto | 2F Entertainment Center Mall of Asia (South Side) | +632 556-0549. 901-1401 | Set Menu

3) Father Blanco’s Garden is a favorite spot for wedding receptions and pictorials. It is found right inside the San Agustin Church Complex in Intramuros, Manila. You might want to take your partner around the San

Agustin museum first and then end your tour by leading him or her to Father Blanco’s Garden. The place is so beautiful and peaceful, a perfect place to initiate a romantic kiss.

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