The Romantic Marriage proposal….at La caprice…

The Romantic Marriage proposal….at La caprice…
By Aly Abaquin

Thinking of getting engaged? The memories of your proposal will last a lifetime, so why not make it as special as possible with a unique, one-of-a-kind, incredibly romantic and creative marriage proposal idea?

So how to go about it… think of this restaurant that will make that memorable day the most anticipated event of the century for you and your romantic partner once you POP the question????

Introducing La Caprice: Located in the 15th floor of The Landmark Bldg in No.5B Ton Duc Thang, District 1, HCMC Alongside the Saigon river.

The restaurant has been delighting its guests for over 15 years and have seen hundreds of marriages bloom.

And As you enter the premises the fresh tall orchids in line to greet you and as the beauty that meets the eye in this restaurant’s design motif are the charmingly warm Royal blue and Cream colored silk table cloth that matches the heavy draperies and the small motifs that are repeated on each plate with Gold lining and majestic royal blue emblems. The plate is the private Siam Porcelain collection of the owners that are rare and spells English elegance in capital letters….

As this is a mini-palatial home which is freshly decorated with none other than Foliage and tasteful Louie the 16th chairs and a Breath taking scenery that overlooks the riverside with lights at glow as if scattered fireflies are awaiting you to finish a lovely dinner and cap off with the Yes I do….

Leaves you yearning for a relaxing Chateau in London. The glorious grounds of an orchid sanctuary are truly brought indoors at this first-rate candlelit dining destination.

La Caprice offers guest, couples and sweethearts a gastronomic experience with contemporary French haute cuisine.

The Executive chefs displays his signature style in preparing exquisite dishes using the finest seasonal ingredients and the Restaurant boasts an extensive selection of fine and rare wines, along with exceptional vintages and champagnes sourced by the in-house Sommelier.

For that “MARRIAGE PROPOSAL ”Planning….

You can arrange bespoke menus for a private dining and a personally tailored dish of your desire is available upon request.

Whether it's a meal out or a ring on a cake, using food is a great way to surprise your sweetie with a marriage proposal. Or ….

Freeze the ring in an ice cube and let the wait staff in tail coats pop it into her glass of water while you sheepishly awaits her reaction .

Then She'll notice something in her glass and when she gets it, You get down on one knee and ask for her hand in marriage. As your love song be played by piano, violin or saxophone can be very well arranged in advance.

Or this grand idea: Tell the restaurant to bring out a cake with the words "will you marry me" .Then get down on one knee and ask her to be your wife.

Anything is possible to have that memorable event. A perfect proposal should also have a perfect dinner to go with it.

So amongst the variety of impressive dishes presented on the menu we sampled and recommend the following for that proposal made in heaven…..

Cod Lasagna with basil butter : The lasagna is colorful in green, orange and yellow that are painstakingly joined together to produce a well balance taste while topped off with pureed basil was so delighting titillating as a introduction for the fantastic dinner ahead.

The Crab cornucopia with orange slivers and dressed salad leaves,. the two are inseparably delicious together.

Watercress, potato and leak soup with whisked egg white and pancetta.
This is uniquely presented in glass ala drink / cocktail and surprisingly superb in every sip.

Watermelon mint granita is shaved snowy watermelons with the hint of mint … just the perfect size to cleanse off the palate for that grand finale the main dish.

The main dish :Golden- fried stuffed duck leg, filled with ham and duck stuffing

The dish is to die for.. that perfect choice Peking duck actually stuffed with ham and ground meat and other ingredients stuff like a turkey during Christmas dinners and oven bake for hours or pan fried to have that golden brown glistening texture on the skin.
Then drizzled by its gravy made from its own marinade & sauce.
And on the side is a blanched greenery with onions soaked with red wine finished with balsamic vinaigrette.

Then a choice of delicacies from the trolley cart is swiftly presented as you ….
pick your own liking…. This is the exact moment everyone is waiting for…..
the question asked and answer Yes I will marry you…. that will forever in grain in her
….after all … all marriages start off with an engagement ring….

Then coffee or tea?
As you both listen to your love song being played and reminisce your single days for now as tomorrow you’ll need to have a wedding planner…..

Always remember La caprice offers an unrivalled fine dining experience in a polished and elegant setting where guest can be guaranteed superior service from knowledgeable and attentive staff. Whether marriage proposal, anniversaries or simply the wedding itself…..

Le caprice
15th floor The Landmark bldg.
5B ton duc Thang District 1
HCMC

tel. (848) 38228337 (848)38297989
Email. lecaprice@hcm.fpt.vn