Metro Manila (CNN Philippines Life, Feb. 13) — From an evening museum tour and an art fair to quality time with stray animals, here are some treats to purchase and events to attend this Valentine’s week — relationship optional.
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Spend a night exploring museums with single friends
The Heritage Collective and Manila By Night last partnered up in October 2022, celebrating Museum and Galleries Month with “Night at the Museum,” an after-work tour of Escolta’s hidden gems. This week, they’re back with another night at the museum, this time as a Valentine’s Day special event. But there is a catch: you must be single to join. Explore the galleries and museums inside Escolta and Binondo with a small group of 20 other “independent” folks on Feb. 14. The event is organized in collaboration with Manila Girls and Akim.63. Tour fee is ₱999 per person. Register here and visit their Instagram page for updates. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF
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Treat your loved ones (or yourself) to some special sweets
It’s the day before Valentine’s Day, and you’re still short of a gift for your special someone. Or maybe you’re just in the mood to treat yourself. If you have the budget, pastry shop Bizu Patisserie is offering special pastries, cakes, and bundles made with their signature French flair. The Bizu Saint Valentin collection consists of two signature Valentine’s Day cakes and premium Love Boxes. The Romance cake (₱675) is a strawberry-topped chocolate cake made with layers of dark chocolate ganache, crème brulée, and caramel while the La Vie en Rose cake (₱1,375) is a pink drip cake flavored with strawberry compote and rose essence and dripped with white chocolate ganache. Their special Macaron de Paris gets its own Valentine’s edition, colored rose-red and filled with Valrhona chocolate and mixed berries. The Love Boxes (from ₱2,295) require a three-day lead time, but the wait will be worth it — they are elegantly arranged with forever flowers and stuffed with Bizu snacks and sweets, which range from caviar pie to truffles. They’ve got their own delivery service, so no need to book a separate courier. To see the full collection, visit bizu.ph. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF
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View this post on InstagramTry a round of speed dating
Single for Valentine’s Day and looking for a special someone? Poblacion bar Notorious HQ has got you covered. The popular Makati bar is hosting a speed dating night at their outpost along Kalayaan Avenue from 7:30 to 11 p.m. There will be three rounds consisting of an hour each, with the first round catering to men and women, the second catering to all men, and the third catering to all women. Those who identify as non-binary, pansexual, and queer are also welcome to join. For more information, visit their Instagram page. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF
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Spend some quality time with rescue dogs and cats
From Feb. 13 to 18, PAWS is giving aspiring furparents (and current furparents) a chance to meet and interact with their shelter animals. For ₱750 per person, you can “go on a date” with a dog or cat in one of their four photo-worthy dating booths. The entrance fee gets you time with the dog or cat of your choice, snacks and a drink, and a souvenir mug. Check out your date pawspects via the PAWS Instagram. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF
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Visit this year’s in-person Art Fair
After three years, Art Fair is back at The Link Makati this Feb. 17 to 19. This year’s layout will take on a biophilic design approach, inspired by how nature forms itself. Booths will be constructed using natural bamboo veneers from Cebu-based company Rizome. Participating local exhibitors include 1335/Mabini, Anakbanwa Creative Residency, Fifth Wall Fest, Gravity Art Space, Silverlens, and more, while foreign galleries include Art Agenda from Singapore and Jakarta, Gallery Kogure from Japan, and Cayon from Spain. Visit artfairphilippines.com for information on ticketing and opening hours. — CNN PHILIPPINES LIFE STAFF
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