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Valentine's Day is a great reminder to celebrate the ones we love, but it's not the only night of the year for romantic outings! Read on for perfect date night pairings: top-notch Hudson Valley cuisine and unique arts experiences.
Download the Dutchess Tourism Inspiration Finder for deals and discounts at a dozen theaters, art galleries and performance venues in Dutchess County. This FREE mobile passport compiles engaging arts, live performances and cultural experiences—all steps away from dreamy dining options. To download your Inspiration Finder (and see the full list of deals), click here.
The Stissing Center offers buy one, get one free tickets for their incredible live music performances—making their Inspiration Finder deal a must for date night. Before you take your seats, dine at one of the oldest inns in the country, the Stissing House. Eat by the season, with specials like grilled steelhead trout, venison tartare or a rabbit-tarragon pie—and experience the creativity of chef Clare de Boer.
For a modern Mediterranean menu in a cheery environment, reserve a table at The Corner at spend a night at Hotel Tivoli! It's only a few-minute drive from the Fisher Center at Bard College, where renowned musicians and artists peform in a stunning Frank Gehry-designed venue. Your Inspiration Finder passport grants 20% discounts on tickets, presenting the perfect Northern Dutchess getaway.
Walking down Main Street, Beacon, the gorgeous Howland Cultural Center surely catches your eye. This 1872 structure houses an art gallery and vibrant performance space. After a visit, take a short stroll over to Sukhothai for traditional Thai cuisine—and a few chef specials with modern twists.
Take a free guided tour of two historic buildings in the heart of the Queen City at Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center. In the warmer months, score a date on the rooftop of Zeus Brewing Co. Pasta and entree specials alongside creative cocktails make this an ideal spot to enjoy an open-air evening.
Related: Let the Dutchess Tourism Connection Finder Passport be your Guide to Family Fun
Led by artist Frank Palaia, discover Poughkeepsie's lively collection of vibrant murals and public art. Use the Inspiration Finder for a discount on this incredible tour. Then, continue your walk to Brasserie 292, which offers diners a romantic atmosphere with red booths, copper tin ceilings and old-world French fare. Escargot, oysters and mussels give way to duck confit, shrimp provencal and other elegant entrees.
Experience Dia Beacon for 20% off with the Inspiration Finder passport. Tour installations by Louise Bourgeois, Dan Flavin and other post-1960s artists in the former Nabisco box-printing factory. After, sit down to a chef’s tasting menu at Kitchen Sink Supper Club—complete with wine and cocktail pairings with every course. Small Brazilian bites at Reserva or waterfall dining at The Roundhouse are both excellent options.
Step into The Wassaic Project for a wholly unique arts experience. Explore seasonal multimedia exhibits and installations from artists-in-residence across seven floors of a historic grain mill. After encountering engaging contemporary art, partake in a workshop for 15% off with an Inspiration Finder check-in. Plus, cross the street to feast on sourdough pizzas and scratch-made pasta at The Lantern Inn.
Discover the work of emerging artists at Poughkeepsie's Gallery 40. This collaborative gallery showcases local creatives, and hosts specicial performances inside the former atrium of a historic boutique hotel. In the same building, enjoy a glass of romantic red at 1915 Wine Cellar. In addition to their continent-spanning wine list, this upscale Poughkeepsie spot serves eclectic cheese boards alongside game and foraged ingredients.
What’s a more classic combination for date night than dinner and a movie? Rhinebeck’s Upstate Films Starr Cinema sits in the perfect spot for this pairing, as the village features a bevy of tantalizing options. Enjoy elevated Indian staples such as tandoori grilled lamb, korma and tikka masala before diving into the latest arthouse flicks. Save room for one medium popcorn at Upstate Films, courtesy of your Inspiration Finder passport.
The recently revamped Millerton Inn serves eclectic Mediterranean cuisine powered by seasonal, Hudson Valley ingredients. In fact, their own farm produces feta, chèvre and Greek Yogurt. Check into The Moviehouse for a free small popcorn and a screening in an atmospheric 1900s building, where films have played for nearly half a century!
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