Wine and aphrodisiacs? Join us on Valentine’s Day for the exquisite Red Seduction Dinner at the ARC Restaurant, Fairmont Waterfront. Executive Chef Karan Suri will reveal a six-course menu of sinful temptations, all passionately entwined with Winemaker Elaine Vickers’ heavenly Blasted Church wines.

Seating will be at communal tables.

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Reception Wine:

– “OMG” Sparkling 2012
Vancouver Island Oysters
Lemon Granite, Horseradish Foam

Dinner Wines:

– Pinot Gris 2015
Local Dungeness Crab
Soba Buckwheat Gnocchi, Mushroom Dashi, Soy Emulsion

– “Swear To God 2015”, Chardonnay
Ross Downs Chicken Presse
Roasted Breast with Thigh and Foie Gras Mousse, White Truffle, Apple Moustarda

– “Nothing Sacred 2014”, Merlot / Petite Verdot / Malbec
Spice Crusted Lamb Sirloin
Date Puree, Candied Almonds, Minted Heirloom Carrot Salad

– “Cross To Bear 2013”, Syrah / Petite Verdot / Malbec
Red Wine Braised Beef Shortrib
Black Pepper Crusted, Bone Marrow Vinaigrette, Potato Fondant

– Merlot 2014
Valrohna Dark Chocolate Pate
Chili Caramel Feuilletine, Raspberry Sorbet, Basil Microsponge

Menu and wines subject to change