Joshua Skenes, Chef, Saison

Where to Romance: Manresa
“A quality old standard. You just know you don't have to worry about anything, and are going to be taken care of.”

Where Else to Romance: Saison
“Every table is rather private and every dinner is a unique experience.“

What to Seduce with: Bite-size nibbles
“Overusing your utensils is not so sexy. We have a dish called cru on Saison’s menu that diners should eat with their hands. It makes for a sensual experience to feel the different textures of our vegetables.”

Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Advice: Pack your own picnic in the park.
“I love being in nature. I also love it when my fiancée Amanda cooks for me. I remember for my birthday she made spaghetti, and it really made my day. You know when someone cooks for you, and you don't know exactly how they made it taste so good, but if you eat it somewhere else it just doesn't taste the same? That's Amanda's cooking. No one can do what she does.”

Photos: (Left to right) Via Facebook/Manresa; Courtesy of Saison; Courtesy of Mark Lee.