Fresh flowers are synonymous with romance and of course Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year. Traditionally, the classic Red Rose has always stolen the day, although more recently, modern romantic bouquets include dahlias, garden roses, hydrangeas and lisianthus.
Your flower lover may always take time to smell the roses but why not take things up a few notches and head out to some of Perth’s romantic edible flower restaurants and cafes this Valentine’s Day?
Perth boasts several bold, exciting contemporary restaurants and cafes featuring edible flower adorned plates which create stunning pretty-as-a-picture dishes that are both a visual feast as well as being utterly delicious.
Little Bird Café:
This is a fabulously funky little cafe that serves tasty fresh foods including pancakes with fresh seasonal fruit, granola, raw honey coconut yoghurt topped with edible flowers. Or for something more decadent; indulge in one of their delish rich layer cakes!
Pixel Coffee Brewers:
A flower-food lover’s haven best describes this latest beauty on Perth’s trendy café scene that features delicious coffee and treats adorned with fresh blooms. Black Forrest Minis is a sure fire favourite with heaps of Cherry Chia Jam. Try the Chocolate & Pear cake or Vanilla cake with lashings of Rose Buttercream.
Wildflower Restaurant Perth:
Make a reservation at this award winning Perth CBD elegant rooftop restaurant to indulge in contemporary dishes signifying the authentic indigenous character of the region. It’s a true Western Australian experience with dishes inspired by the six Noongar seasons. You might find raw scallops, southwest rainbow trout, Wagin duck, moist dorper lamb, turnips, broad beans, strawberries, and other fresh, farm-to-plate ingredients inspired by foraging. Its Wildflower season all year round in the city!
Check out this tasty review from The Chef, His Wife & their Perth-fect Life on Wildflower.
Rare Flower Food Truck:
Fancy something a little bit different? Hunt down the Rare Flower Food Truck for some traditional Hungarian food on wheels! Try their signature dish- Dödölle. These tasty home-made pan fried dumplings are deliciously topped with famous Hungarian Chicken Paprika, sour cream, cheese and bacon. Another great option is Langos; a traditional fried flat bread with plenty of sweet or savoury toppings to choose from including Nutella and banana! Epic Hungarian hotdogs filled with cheese, avocado and onion are another tasty treat!
Harvest Espresso:
Check out this popular café with a changing seasonal menu featuring sweet breakfast options and delicious lunches topped with a delicate scattering of flower petals. For something light, try freshly brewed coffee with harvest baklava, toasted ciabatta sandwiches or scrumptious waffles.
Flora & Fauna Ca
It’s small and quirky for sure, but this hole-in-the-wall café has a huge bunch of loyal fans! Serving up Micrology coffee, fine teas, fresh pressed juices and an all-day brunch menu delights lovingly topped with exquisite edible flowers. Indulge in everything from French toast to healthy raw snacks like a Rainbow Bowl & Raw Parfait!
Rosepetal Barberry Pistachio Nougat from Rochelle Adonis:
Decadent indulgence best describes this luxurious, high quality, premium hand-crafted Western Australian confectionary that simply melts away on the palate. The delicately subtle and elegant flavour of organic rose petals and barberries combined with pistachios and creamy white chocolate— simply divine and signifies the superior Rochelle Adonis brand.
Rose Wine & a Single Rose:
Sometime less is more and a simple, quality gift, is perfect. With this in mind, say ‘I Love You’ with a beautiful single rose and a bottle of boutique local Western Australian rose wine. It’s a perfect choice this Valentine’s Day!
Ensure that YOUR special someone knows you are thinking of them on Valentine’s Day, 14th February 2017, with flowers! Get in early to avoid disappointment because it’s the one day of the year that really matters. Celebrate your love with a romantic gift of flowers. From timelessly classic, romantic roses to sculptured masterpieces to living plants; you will find the perfect floral bouquet to express your love and emotions!
