{"id":4482,"date":"2025-03-23T17:43:46","date_gmt":"2025-03-23T17:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.localukbusiness.co.uk\/wolverhampton\/?p=4482"},"modified":"2025-05-09T14:59:56","modified_gmt":"2025-05-09T13:59:56","slug":"making-valentines-day-amazing-by-helen-taylor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.localukbusiness.co.uk\/wolverhampton\/making-valentines-day-amazing-by-helen-taylor\/","title":{"rendered":"Making Valentine\u2019s Day Amazing, by Helen Taylor"},"content":{"rendered":"After spending almost 20 years together, my partner Matt and I have enjoyed many Valentine\u2019s days since our relationship began back in 2005. Over the years we\u2019ve done pretty much everything to celebrate: weekends away, days out, spa breaks, afternoon teas and even quiet nights in, but, our favourite has always been booking in at a restaurant and enjoying a romantic meal for two.<\/strong>\r\n\r\nSo, we were more than happy when we got the opportunity to mark this year\u2019s occasion with a special visit to Amelia\u2019s Bar and Restaurant.\r\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\nThe venue is located under the control tower at Halfpenny Green Airport, which means it\u2019s perfectly placed for aviation enthusiasts to admire the amazing view of planes taking off and landing throughout the day. For Matt, it\u2019s a sight that brings back many happy memories of accompanying his dad to his flying lessons at the airport some thirty years ago.\r\n\r\nThe restaurant\u2019s interior has been thoughtfully designed to incorporate the aviation theme and the result is a super-stylish finish. Of course, it\u2019s not just flying enthusiasts that make their way to Amelia\u2019s, the venue has become a firm favourite with locals who simply can\u2019t get enough of the restaurant\u2019s tempting breakfast and lunch menus, which include choices like: \u2018Full English\u2019 breakfast \u00a312.95, \u2018Beer Battered Cod & Fries\u2019 \u00a314.94, \u2018Pulled Pork Ciabatta\u2019 \u00a310.95 and \u2018Eggs & Smoked Salmon\u2019 \u00a313.95. The bar is always popular too, thanks to an extensive drinks menu that has really got something for everyone, no matter whether you\u2019re an avid ale drinker or a budding wine connoisseur.\r\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\nFor Valentine\u2019s Day, the restaurant was staying open past its usual hours, ready to delight couples with a sumptuous three course menu that had been lovingly designed for the special occasion. The tables had been carefully adorned with rose petals and a single rose was placed in a vase in the centre of the table next to two heart shaped chocolates. It was obvious that a great deal of thought had gone into planning a perfect night. And that was certainly true of the menu too, which offered three courses of culinary heaven.\r\n\r\nThe starters provided a perfect balance of meat, fish and vegetarian offerings: \u2018Ham Hock and Pea Terrine served with Red Onion Chutney and Toasted French Bread, Smoked Salmon & Prawn timbales, with Dill and Lemon, accompanied by Melba Toast\u2019, Prawns and Avocado served in Baby Gem Lettuce, dressed with a Marie Rose Sauce and our choice of starter: \u2018Sweet Cherry Tomato Soup and a selection of breads\u2019 and \u2018Creamy Garlic & Stilton Mushrooms served on Toasted Ciabatta.\r\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\nDespite only opening its doors back in June last year, Amelia\u2019s has already established itself as a must-visit venue in the area. By 7pm the restaurant was packed-full of discerning diners who trusted that a meal at Amelia\u2019s would wow their partner and give them the Valentine\u2019s treat they deserved. And, there was certainly no disappointment as the culinary team at the restaurant impressed with every course.\r\n\r\nMatt has long had an interest in cooking and always fancied himself as the next Gordon Ramsey. In fact, he prides himself on making a superior tomato soup but even he couldn\u2019t deny that Amelia\u2019s easily topped his offering! The balance of flavours was just perfect and the soup had a creamy richness that his simply couldn\u2019t match.\r\n\r\nThe mushrooms were smothered in a mouthwatering garlic and stilton sauce that soaked into the ciabatta, every mouthful was an utter delight and showcased the skill of the chefs at Amelia\u2019s.\r\n\r\nIn between courses, we sipped from our wine glasses and soaked-up the romantic atmosphere in the restaurant. Although the airport had long since closed and the view of the runway was cloaked in darkness, there was still plenty to enjoy inside the restaurant, especially when we were served our main courses.\r\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\nThe utmost care and attention-to-detail is apparent in everything at Amelia\u2019s and the presentation of our main courses was impressive. Matt had finally opted for \u2018Sirloin Steak served with Chunky Chips, Vine Tomatoes and Peas, topped with Love Lane Beer Battered Onion Rings and a Peppercorn Sauce\u2019 after carefully considering the menu\u2019s other options: \u2018Sole Poached in White Wine filled with Prawns served with Duchess Potatoes and a Green Vegetable Medley\u2019 and \u2018Chicken & Mushroom in a Masala Wine Sauce, Tumeric Rice and a Green Vegetable Medley\u2019.\r\n\r\nFor me the choice had always been easy: \u2018Wild Mushroom and Champagne Risotto, Rocket Salad dressed with Parmesan shavings and Balsamic Dressing\u2019. To be honest, I find it hard to refuse any mushroom dish and when its combined with a champagne risotto, there\u2019s just no way I can say \u2018no\u2019!\r\n\r\nWhen the main courses arrived, Matt\u2019s attention was totally focused on the food and he gave an impressive appraisal of each aspect of the dish, taking time to praise the sumptuous steak, bursting-with-flavour onion rings and sweet vine tomatoes.\r\n\r\nI too couldn\u2019t help but endlessly compliment my velvety risotto, which was packed full of a variety of succulent mushrooms and perfectly accompanied by the rocket salad and parmesan shavings.\r\n\r\nThe friendly and efficient serving team worked hard throughout the evening and although the restaurant was full to capacity, service was in no way compromised.\r\n\r\nAs we finished off our main meals, we noticed other diners being presented with an array of eye-catching desserts: \u2018Coffee Cr\u00e8me Brule, served with a warm Shortbread Biscuit\u2019, \u2018Panettone Bread and Butter Pudding with a choice of either Custard or Ice-cream\u2019 and \u2018Mixed Fruit Sorbet Sundae\u2019.\r\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\nOne of the most popular choices was undoubtedly the \u2018Chocolate Sharer\u2019, which was every chocoholics dream: \u2018Chocolate Torte, Hot Chocolate Waffle, Chocolate Profiteroles, Fresh Strawberries, served with Ice-cream & Chantilly Cream\u2019.\r\n\r\nIt was the obvious choice for Matt and I too, and we couldn\u2019t wait to dig into the chocolatey assortment. With touches like a caramel \u2018cage\u2019 to hold the ice-cream, the dessert was made extra special and every aspect of it was pure indulgence. When there was only one profiterole left on the plate, Matt paused before offering it to me \u2013 a sure sign that he still loved me even after all these years!\r\n\r\nThanks to Amelia\u2019s Restaurant, Valentine\u2019s Day 2025 had made its way to the top of our list as one of the very best meals-out that we\u2019d enjoyed as a couple.\r\n\r\n
\r\n\r\nCall: 01384 883234<\/a><\/strong> or visit: www.ameliasbarandrestaurant.co.uk<\/a><\/strong> for more information and to book.\r\n\r\nYou can find the on: Crab Lane, Bobbington, Stourbridge, West Midlands DY7 5DY<\/strong>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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