February, for those with a sense of occasion, means Waitangi Day and the forging of a nation, but for those romantically inclined it means St. Valentines Day.
Who was this mysterious Saint and what is the history behind the celebration? According to one legend, Claudius II in the 3rd Century outlawed young men from marrying (his source of potential soldiers) but Valentine, a priest, defied Claudius and continued to marry young lovers. Claudius had him executed but Valentine was declared a martyr and sainted by the Pope.
Sending red roses on Valentines Day as a declaration of undying devotion is a very sweet thought. But considering the pecuniary cynical world we live in, the reaction might well be (with apologies to Elizabeth Barrett Browning) “How do you love me? Let me count the roses.” Not to mention the inevitable issues with heat in February.
Maybe it’s best to come on in to Dida’s and enjoy a glass of Allan Scott Bubbly with your loved one. The fries are on us for Valentine’s Day - we can’t wait to see you both.
Happy Valentines Day
Didas Wine Lounge – Where wine meets food. Tuesday to Saturday 3 pm – 10 pm. 60 Jervois Road, Herne Bay.
Convivially yours, the Dida's Wine Lounge encourages leisurely engagements with the comprehensive wine list and the ever-changing, always-innovative food menu. The small-plates style cuisine and the superb skills of our talented culinary team work hard to pair perfect morsels with the multiple by-the-glass options of local and imported and hard-to-find wines.
DIDA’S, 60 Jervois Road, T: 09 376 2813, www.didaswinelounge.co.nz
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