Valentine's Day

Here we are with the second half of the two-part Valentine's Day dining guide. After a roundup of everything that isn't a buffet, the Beijinger presents a list of all your options if you want an international feast of self-served, all-you-can-eat cuisine. One or two even have free-flow alcohol thrown in to help move your evening along ... Check out the list at the Beijinger before setting your date night!

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Like it or not (let's face it, you don't have much choice), the Valentine's Day pressure is on, and it's increasing by the hour. And you've got no plans yet. Ah yes, that's what the Beijinger is here for. To help you get your Valentine's act together, we've compiled this first of two lists rounding up what restaurants are doing for Valentine's Day, how much you'll pay and how to get in touch to make your reservation.

We'll be back on Wednesday with a list of romantic buffet dining deals, but today, we look at set menus, a la carte options and a few home deliveries, hampers and other things you'll need to order in advance. Unless otherwise stated, all deals apply for February 14 only.  And if by some chance none of these interest you, keep an eye on our Events section for even more dining deals as Valentine's Day edges ever-nearer. Time's ticking ...

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This Thursday, there will be a Valentine’s Day Bazaar in Shunyi to raise funds for charity. The event will take place at Pinotage and feature vendors selling Valentine’s Day products like candles, cards, and jewelry. The bazaar will also serve as a drop-off point for Roundabout donations. (No large items, please!)

Roundabout will have a table at the event selling jewelry and other small products, including exclusive, handmade wine ring charms. The creations are composed of Chinese charms (chopsticks, small bird cages, emperor’s chairs, etc.) and sparkling Swarovski beds on a silver ring. They come in sets of six and are presented in a custom-made box. They will also have tins containing either a candle or cookies, with matching Valentine cards.

All proceeds from Roundabout's sales will benefit a little boy named Bo Yu. He was born with a complex heart defect, has had two major surgeries so far, and is back in hospital with post-op complications. His current stay is estimated to cost more than RMB 20,000.

The bazaar will also feature Vera Bradley originals, gourmet dips, soy candles, Bon Moment chocolate, cheeky boxer shorts, dessert diamonds, pillow talk cushions, Valentine cookies, champagne, and cards.

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Adeline Wang tells us where to go on the most romantic day of the year.

"Love is in the air and on your plates this February. While restaurants around town dazzle diners with indulgent feasts and free-flow champagne, some places remain simply romantic, no matter what the occasion. Agenda gives us the rundown on Beijing's most romantic restaurants."

To find out where to take your special someone this Valentine's Day, click here.