Talk about a unique date night! Grab your honey and join the South Carolina Aquarium for the Love Under the Sea Valentine’s Dinner taking place on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Couples start the night out with a crowd-free, leisurely stroll through the aquarium, enjoying the serenity of the marine life after hours. Then it’s on to a three-course meal at a private table located in front of captivating exhibits such as the Great Ocean Tank or Carolina Seas or in front of large windows overlooking the historic Charleston harbor.

Hamby Catering and Events is preparing the three-course meal which will feature:

Starter Salad:

  -Garden salad with mixed baby greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, mushrooms and parmesan cheese with choice of dressing

Choice of Entree:

  -Grilled chicken breast with champagne sauce

  -Marinated pork tenderloin with fruit chow chow

  -Stuffed portabella mushroom

Sides:

  -Herb roasted new potatoes

  -Green beans Almondine

Dessert:

  -Chocolate mousse with angel crisp and raspberry sauce

To drink:

  -Red or white wine

  -Water or iced tea

The Love Under the Sea Valentine’s Dinner is Tuesday, Feb. 14. Doors will open for mingling at 6:15 p.m. with dinner seating at 7 p.m. Reservations start at $165 a couple. South Carolina Aquarium members receive a $10 discount on their reservation. Space is limited and reservations are required. Reservations can be made online at www.scaquarium.org, members booking reservations should call 843-579-FISH (3474).

You Otter be my Valentine:

Just for Valentine’s Day, a special gift to show some love to the aquarium’s animals through the You Otter Be My Valentine animal adoption. This adoption goes towards supporting education and conservation programs and efforts at the aquarium. For $50 adoptive parents receive a personalized adoption certificate for a river otter, a plush river otter toy and two 4-D tickets. They’ll also get a fun fact sheet and adoption decal. Adoptions can be purchased online at www.scaquarium.org or by calling 843-579-8629. Place your order by Feb. 9 to ensure delivery for Valentine’s Day.