It's a date, virus or no virus

Restaurants see reservations filling up as usual for Valentine's Day

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KFC's "I Do" combo, which comes with a miniature KFC Bucket ring made of clay. PHOTO: DELIVEROO
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The coronavirus situation led to cancellations at some restaurants during the Chinese New Year period, but it appears to not have dampened the spirit of Valentine's Day.

Bookings for popular Valentine's Day spots, such as Tuscan restaurant Monti Singapore at The Fullerton Pavilion, modern European restaurant The Spot and steakhouse Wakanui, have been consistent with last year.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on February 09, 2020, with the headline It's a date, virus or no virus. Subscribe