Book sale: Give your Valentine the best of gifts – a Book from the Tahoe City Friends of the Library Booksale, February 14 and 15, at the Cobblestone Center,475 Northlake Blvd, Suite 106 – tucked in next to the Cinema. Expand your horizons – help the library.
Romantic Dinner Evergreen Style: Enjoy a quiet evening with a view of Lake Tahoe, casual atmosphere, and fresh food from a chef who exemplifies the concept of Slow Food. Start off with Maine Lobster and Asparagus Salad or Foie Gras Torchon with Toasted Brioche. Move to the main event with Rack of Lamb with Pistachio Mint Sauce or Sautéed Sea Scallops with Brown Butter Balsamic Vinaigrette. Finish off the night with Blood Orange Cheesecake or Guittard Dark Chocolate Terrine. 530-581-1401, evergreentahoe.com.
Laughing the Night Away: For those looking for a date with laughter, come see comedian and actor Tom McGillen at PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn for a one-night show on Valentine’s Day. McGillen has appeared with top-name comedians such as Jay Leno and Rodney Dangerfield, and on television on Showtime and Comedy Central. In addition to musing about a dysfunctional family, the politics between men and women, and recent trips to Europe, his show includes a crazed cast of characters including Austin Powers, an Outback Aussie, Barney Fife, and a three-character spoof of the Godzilla Movies.
McGillen will be joined by Tom Mclain, with the event hosted by Tahoe local Rowie! A no-host bar opens at 7:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8:30. Tickets $20/advance, $25/door. Get tickets at squawvalleyinstitute.org or call 530-581-4138. Hosted by Squaw Valley Institute and Tahoe Comedy North.
Woo Your Valentine At Jake’s: A romantic lakefront setting to wine and dine your special someone by candlelight – what more could you want? Jake’s on the Lake is offering a special dinner for $79 per couple on Valentine’s Day. Chef Scott Yorkey has created a fabulous menu of three delicious courses (additional specials include Alpenglow Early-Bird Dining, and succulent Live Maine Lobster). Live music by The Nut Boys starts at 7 p.m. 780 North Lake Blvd. in Tahoe City’s Boatworks Mall. 530-583-0188, jakestahoe.com.
Baxter’s Dinner for Two: Mark Estee and Chef de Cuisine Michael Plapp have put together something especially nice. All four courses as a tasting menu for two is $72/couple and $50/for wine pairing with each course. Your romantic dinner will start with a Hot and Cold Pacific Oyster Sampler and local farm-fresh melody of local vegetables. For the main affair, Sea and Sky: Roasted Breast of Love Bird (Squab), Seared Diver scallops, Wild Mushrooms, and a Red Beet Coulis. For Dessert, Angel Food Cake with Virgin White Chocolate Mousse, Devil’s Food Torte with Spicy Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce. Northstar Village, 530-562-3200, northstar.com.
Art – a gift for any occasion: On V-day, Gallery Keoki will be giving a free gift with your purchase. The Gallery features ski and world adventure photography by owner Keoki Flagg as well as original acrylics, oil on wood and stone, sculptures in bronze, copper and wood, hand-blown glass and kaleidoscopes. Artists include Picasso, Chagall, Miró, Calder, Dali, Dearborn, Campbell, Caron, Tribble, Blakesberg and more. Services include a 30-day full refund policy, delivery and gift-wrapping. Located in the Village at Squaw, 530-583-1404, gallerykeoki.com.
Scavenger Hunt and Hot Date on Ice: A scavenger hunt, an après ski party, and a romantic mountaintop dinner and ice skating package make Squaw Valley an all-day Valentine’s affair. In the Where’s the Love? Scavenger Hunt, which begins at 9 a.m., skiers and riders search the mountain for hidden magnetic hearts, which are redeemable at the après ski party for prizes such as lift tickets, ski and snowboard lessons, gift certificates to shops, bars, and restaurants, and more. The party at the Plaza Bar starts at 2:30 p.m., and includes drink specials and live music. Finally, head to High Camp for a special 5-course dinner prepared by Scott Rutter, featured Guest Chef on Bravo’s Emmy award-winning series, ‘Top Chef.’ The dinner package, $149 per couple, includes Cable Car rides, an ice-skating session, and a bottle of Korbel Champagne. 530-452-7244.
