It’s the most romantic month of the year, February. Yep, it’s that time of the year again when love is in the air, couples are uniting for meet-cute moments, lavish dinner dates are planned, fresh flowers, chocolates, teddy bears and jewellery are gifted with love. Well, if cupid has struck you, then there can’t be a better time than Valentine’s Day to go for a romantic dinner date with bae. And Bangalore has plenty of romantic restaurants to ensure you have one of the most special times in your life. So, here are 6 of the most romantic restaurants in Bangalore for the perfect date night.

1. Khmer Kitchen In JP Nagar

Once the home and writing studio of the late actor, playwright, Girish Karnad, Khmer Kitchen is a fine-dining resto-bar serving Pan Asian and Cambodian delicacies. Khmer Kitchen is a paradise for the romantics thanks to the stellar ambience that houses an open courtyard and balcony, converted into cosy dining spaces, and hypnotizing architectural motifs hanging on the ceiling. Nestle in a quiet corner, with a glass of intoxicating cocktail and delectable sushi to keep the conversation flowing. This restaurant has one of the ambiences in Bangalore, make sure you book a table at least two days prior.

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2. Ambrosia In Rajarajeshwari Nagar

The key to calling a restaurant romantic undoubtedly lies in the ambience. At Ambrosia, you get to dine amid trees, beautifully lit with dreamy yellow lights, below the night sky dotted with twinkling stars. Feel the cool breeze and the pebbles touching your feet, as you drink your Sangria and guzzle down the lavish all-vegetarian menu. You can book a table in advance for a date night and get the experience customized to your liking, complete with a table strewn with rose petals, candle-light dinner experience and more.

3. Chavadi In Bannerghatta Road

Chavadi perched in a quiet lane near Bannerghatta Road often ranks as one of the most romantic restaurants in Bangalore thanks to the rooftop dining experience that it offers. The deck seating under the bamboo shed, central bar and a cosy seat near the warmth of the wood fire oven ensure you have a cherishable date night. At Chavadi, you can savour a platter of Continental, Italian, North Indian cuisines, paired with scintillating drinks. You might even spot a romantic proposal or anniversary celebration, if not your known. Now that’s special.

4. The 13th Floor In MG Road

Enjoy panaromic views of the city skyline, as you unwind with your significant someone on The 13th Floor in MG Road. This over 18-year-old resto-bar offers an unobstructed view of Bangalore city with a star-studded sky right above you. With lounge mixes, retro pop and rock ballads keeping you grooving for the evening, and dishes like Thai Crispy Chicken and Cocktail Prawns leaving you asking for more, it’s one of the best places in Bangalore for a romantic date night.

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5. Phobidden Fruit In Indiranagar

A personal favourite, Phobidden Fruit in Indiranagar is a haven for fine-dining cosy ambience and Vietnamese food. With an option of outdoor seating amid greenery and a beautifully decorated indoor one, Phobidden Fruit is a feel-good space that instantly puts you at ease. Tuck into Vietnamese delicacies like Pho, Banh Mi and Banh Cuon, as you sip a refreshing cup of Vietnamese coffee. It’s one of the best places in Bangalore for a cute date night that shall sweep you off its feet with its charm.

Lovely couples! These are some of the most romantic places in Bangalore for a perfect date night with bae, complete with a gorgeous ambience, candle-light dinner, great views, delectable food and refreshing spirits, hope you have a date night of your dreams.

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There’s something charming about sauntering around in the night. And no, we’re not talking about partying and raving for a fun nightlife. We’re referring to the quiet nights spent by a pristine lake, or even enjoying a hot cup of coffee in the moonlight at Marine Drive. Well, Kashmir Valley has its own version of nightlife with illuminated shikaras ( houseboats) glistening in the Dal Lake.

Dal Lake Filled With Illuminated Shikaras At Night

Kashmir’s department of tourism has taken vital steps to boost tourism in the nighttime as well. The union territory doesn’t have nightlife for decades as everything shuts by 8 pm and tourists visiting the valley are left with nothing to do. According to a report by Wion, 80 Shikaras on Dal Lake will be illuminated during the nighttime in a phased manner Eventually over 1000 Shikaras will be lit up by the department of tourism.

Houseboats Lit With Eco-Friendly, Solar Powered Lights

Interestingly, the lights installed on the houseboats are eco-friendly and solar-power-based. Mukhtar Ahmad, a Photographer, revealed to Wion that the illuminated Shikaras will not just enhance the look of Dal Lake and Kashmir Valley at night, but also help Shikara owners considerably. This will increase their working hours, thereby bringing in more business for them. Moreover, it will send a message that tourists have plenty to explore and experience in Kashmir even at night. Until you visit Kashmir, here’s a virtual tour of our Chief Editor embarking on a Shikara trip in Srinagar. 

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"Dear guests...Welcome aboard this historic flight, which marks a special event. Today, Air India officially becomes a part of...Tata Group again, after seven decades.", announced the pilots of Air India as Tata regained control over the airline after a span of 69 long years. Air India officially went back into the hands of Tata from the Government of India after a stressful period of financial crunch. The airline had come into existence in 1932 as Tata Airlines. The inaugural flight of the airline piloted by Jehangir Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata was India's first commercial flight. In 1946, Tata Airlines got renamed Air India. It was declared as the national airline in 1953. Here are 11 interesting facts to know about Air India: 

1. The founder of Tata Airlines ( today's Air India) Jehangir Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata, or J.R.D Tata is known as the father of Indian civil aviation. 

2. The first flight of Air India that had touched the skies on October 15, 1932, was the first commercial flight of India. J.R.D Tata had flown it from Karachi to Bombay via Ahmedabad.

3. J.R.D Tata was the first licensed pilot in India. 

4.  J.R.D Tata would come to his workplace without giving prior notice to the employees to ensure that everything was going well. 

5. The first logo of Air India, selected by J.R.D. Tata was a centaur. 

 5. In 1948, Air India ran its first-ever international flight from Mumbai to London with 35 passengers. The airline had become the first in Asia to operate flights to the west.

6. Air India was the first Indian airline to operate Jet aircraft. In 1962, it had become the first all-jets airline in the world. 

7. In 1967, Air India had gifted a creative ashtray designed by world-famous surrealist artist Salvador Dali to some first-class flyers. 

8. Former Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi was a pilot of Air India before joining politics.

9. Air India had revolutionised luxury air travel by introducing its first Boeing 747-200B in 1971, named Emperor Ashoka. It was the swankiest airline of the time which also earned the title 'Palace of the Sky.' 

10. Air India had operated the biggest evacuation drive in history at the time of the Gulf War, bringing home around 111,000 Indian expatriates from Iraq and Kuwait in 1990. The operation got listed in the Guinness Book of World Record too. 

      

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