According to Feng Shui, the colour red arouses passion in the body and mind. It helps with digestion and can reduce nervous chatter on a date. Surround yourself with sultry red accents, while sampling a selection of tantalising entrees at the Art Lounge. Today’s deal: $30 for two cocktails and a tasting platter ($65 value).

Sometimes you go to a restaurant for the atmosphere; sometimes you go for the scrumptious dishes; sometimes you go for the cute waiter. The Art Lounge has it all; combining rich art and food, this exquisite and zesty restaurant of French-infused cuisine allows you to take the time to linger over each morsel. Sample a delightful tasting platter featuring the chef’s selection of entrees like duck liver parfait with caramelised onions, tomato confit with toasted bread, Kingfish escabeche with caramelised fennel and toasted brioche or a degustation of prosciutto, mozzarella and melon jelly, spinach gnocchi with minestrone of vegetables and shaved parmesan and burnt sage butter. Top it all off with two cocktails from their world renowned cocktail list like the Art Nouveau, a martini for the fellas or a peach and passionfruit margarita for the girls. Cocktails are shaken and poured to perfection.

The Art Lounge’s enigmatic owner Karim has award winning experience from working with both the Gazebo Wine Garden and Sugar Mill Hotel. Lavish décor includes carved Victorian-esque furniture, rich reds and artwork by resident artist, Charles Billich. Cosy up for a romantic evening, enjoy easy conversation with friends and give your date royal-flushed cheeks to match the bohemian and lush surroundings, plucked straight from the inspiring and bustling old restaurants of Monte Carlo.