For some, Valentine’s Day is a chance to honor the love of your life—your “sugar pie honey bunch,” if you will. For others, it’s a chance to fight back gag reflexes and cynically chalk the whole thing up to the greeting card companies’ insatiable greed. But for those in the first category, here’s a big badass list of Valentine’s Day revelry. We've got hotel packages, romantic meals for two and the occasional partaaay all right here:

Dinners

The Alchemist
Celebrate your special someone with a five-course feast from chef Kelley Lee. The shared menu includes a complimentary glass of Chandon Rose sparkling for RMB888.

Andaz Shanghai
Book in at Xintiandi’s newest boutique hotel for a special treat this February 14. Dress up for a special five-course candlelit dinner that includes two glasses of Perrier-Jouet Champagne, a flaming bomb Alaska dessert for RMB980 or get that with a King room, a bottle of Champagne and breakfast for RMB3,180. All prices are plus 15 percent surcharge.

Azul
This is a fun option for couples who like to booze. Get a selection of five tapas to start followed by your choice of four mains and fried canutitos to finish. RMB333 per person includes a cocktail (8 choices); add RMB67 for two hours of free-flow maragaritas, sangria and wine.

Bella Mia
This Italian spot offers up some simple, authentic fare, making it a great affordable option this Valentine's Day. Their four-course menu includes oysters, saffron risotto, your choice of a prawn or beef main and an amaretto and chocolate parfait for dessert. RMB398 per couple includes two "red passion" cocktails and a surprise gift.

Boxing Cat Brewery
Beer makes us all feel a little more loving, which is why BCB's 5-course dinner and free flow tastings of their microbrews (RMB325) seems like the ideal way to celebrate V-Day this year. Whether you love the holiday or hate it, we're pretty sure you'll have a good time at this Brewmaster's dinner. 6-9pm. Seating is limited to 25 people, so make your reservations early.

CHAR & Hotel Indigo
CHAR's got options for everyone this Valentine's Day. For those happily occupied with a special someone, their My Char Valentine set dinner includes a glass of bubbly on arrival for RMB1,999; the My Indigo Valentine package includes dinner, a Bund View room and breakfast for RMB2,999 and the My Suite Valentine package includes limo pickup, a night in a suite, dinner served to your room and breakfast in bed. If you're single, get in for their My Own Valentine deal (RMB1,099)--it includes a singles mixer at their bar before you pair up for dinner.

Chicha
Latinos know how to get intimate, so celebrate St. Valentine at Chicha this year. Their eight-course menu of smaller bites is designed by chef Eduardo Vargas and includes an "aphrodisiac cocktail" from mixologist Hektor Monroy for RMB750.

Downstairs by David Laris
Do Valentine's Day this year within the cozy confines of the URBN Hotel. For RMB888, you'll get a sharing platter of appetizers to start, two mains, two desserts and a complimentary bottle of wine. Book ahead and you'll automatically be entered to win a night at the hotel after dinner as well.

The Grumpy Pig
Nat Alexander, formerly of Fulton Place, together with Chef Vinh Nguyen will be serving up a pre-set pork lovers menu for RMB300 per guest. The star of the menu is a rustic pork ragu gnocchi with roasted vegetables and wagon wheel cheese that sounds pretty pucking pork-tastic.

Issimo
JIA Hotel and Issimo have just reopened, and their V-day menu is a good way to welcome them back and simultaneously impress a date. It starts with a glass of Kir Royal and fresh oysters followed by a starter of goose liver on pan-roasted scallops, a Campari Boston lobster pasta and your choice of seafood or beef tenderloin mains. Finish sweet with a warm chocolate pecan pie. RMB1,088 per couple.

Jimmy's Kitchen
Shanghai's oldest dining institution is offering a six-course Valentine's Day sharing menu that features your choice of two soups, four starters and main choices that include pan-roasted cod, herb-roasted rack of lamb and beef tenderloin (or you can upgrade to prime rib for an extra RMB300). Wrap it all up with a chocolate mousse dessert. RMB988 per couple.

Le Royal Meridien
Book into Le Royal Meridien for a special treat this year with your significant other. Get a deluxe room with dinner at Le Bistrot (valued at RMB899) or Favola (valued at RMB888) for RMB1,888 or upgrade to the imperial suite with dinner at Allure (valued at RMB1,688) for RMB8,888. Both packages include breakfast in the morning.

Le Sheng
Celebrate love in Shanghai style at Laris' new local spot. Everything here is exquisitely plated, and couples even get complimentary glasses of Chandon Rose. RMB688 per couple.

Madison
Your lover will love you even more if you take them to Madison, our favorite American spot. Chef Austin Hu has prepared a five-course menu that includes shellfish veloute, sea bream, pan-roasted squab, lobster steak (yum) and warm chocolate cake. RMB1,314 per couple includes two glasses of Champagne.

Man Ho Chinese Restaurant
Spend a romantic night at Man Ho, located in the new Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre. Chef Chau's special 8-course set menu for two goes for RMB1188 net. The price includes 2 glasses of pink champagne, 1 piece of pink rose, a box of homemade chocolates and a heart shaped strawberry cheesecake. Make your evening even sweeter with a room package: stay one night in a suite with breakfast for two for only RMB2088.

The Meet at The Kerry Hotel
Get romantic at The MEET this Valentine's Day. Their three-course lunch menu includes a Continental Caesar salad (made at the table), surf and turf (lobster thermidor and beef tenderloin), chocolate mousse and a bottle of the house wine for RMB1,588 per couple; the four-course, candlelit dinner option features cherry wood-grilled medallion steak, "rock 'n roll" salmon tartar, classic flambée tomato soup and a chocolate petit four tree for RMBXXX. The hotel is also offering a sleepover option that includes 6pm checkout, a 60-minute couples' spa treatment and a RMB800 dining credit. Finally, men looking to impress can sign up in advance for their St. Valentine's Cooking Academy, a two-hour cooking crash course available on the 11 and 12.

Mistral
This cozy Spanish spot is getting romantic with a four-course menu that includes seafood starters, sea bass, beef Tournedos and a special Valentine's Day cake. RMB588 includes a red rose and a glass of Champagne.

Moon's Steakhouse
This steakhouse has romantic four- and five-course menu options. We’d recommend you splurge on the latter; it includes chicken consomme to start followed by a salad, a two-person seafood platter, a surf and turf main and a chocolate lava cake to finish. RMB999 or RMB1,320 per couple includes one glass of Champagne. Girls also get a rose on Valentine's Day; book ahead and you'll get an extra RMB100 Moon's voucher as well.

Mr and Mrs Bund
Shanghai's most popular Bund-side spot is offering you a chance to be Mr. and Mrs. Bund this year, with Champagne on special and "love tunes" playing all night. They've got three menus to choose from starting from RMB888 per person.

NAPA Wine Bar & Kitchen
This old mansion is one of the most romantic hidden spots in town, and they've got some great wines in their cellar as well. You'll get a five-course menu with two glasses of French sparkling wine for RMB1,280, add RMB680 for wine pairings.

Pelham's at the Waldorf Astoria
Impress your date this Valentine's Day at the Pelham's, Waldorf's signature fine dining spot. They've lined up a seven-course set dinner with "romantic flourish"; it includes dishes like foie gras with Bailey's and venison with vanilla puree and bitter chocolate sauce. RMB1,288 includes a glass of Veuve Clicquot Vintage Champagne; double daters will be treated to a whole bottle.

The Public
Apothecary's rebranded itself as The Public with new food and drink menus, so try them out with your special friend this Valentine's Day. Their menu includes seafood bisque and salad to start followed by oyster and shrimp appetizers, steak or fish mains and a homemade strawberry cheesecake with chocolate-covered strawberries to finish. RMB680 per couple includes a glass of Champagne each.

The PuLi Hotel and Spa
Celebrate in style at one of our favorite hotels. Jingan Restaurant is offering a seasonal four-course menu that includes a rose petal martini and a bevy of romantic touches (RMB588 plus surcharge per person), but you can dine a la carte as well.

Rico Rico
Experience Latin passion this V-Day with a 6-course meal for RMB450. After the meal, which includes oysters, an Australian rock lobster salad and chocolate strawberry skewers, you will be treated to a romantic latin dance class and songs by South American DJ, Naz. Ladies get a free glass of champagne with dinner.

Sir Elly’s Restaurant
The Peninsula has cooked up a range of specials for Valentine's Day, including a five-course menu at Sir Elly's (RMB1,080), a more extravagant eight-course menu (RMB1,580) and even a wine pairing chocolate degustation menu for RMB2,380. Want a discount? Book into the hotel and you'll get RMB888 to spend at any of their dining outlets.

Southern Belle
This is one of the cheapest deals in town at only RMB260 per couple for a four course meal with your choice of BBQ'd beef tenderloin, pork tenderloin or quarter chicken. Bottles of wine go for a completely reasonable RMB125. Dinner will be served 6-10pm. 50% deposit to hold your reservation.

T8
T8 has a new Catalonian chef in the kitchen and three Valentine's Day options to help you celebrate the occasion. The base package is a seven-course affair, featuring sea urchin, oysters, chocolate and a whole range of aphrodisiacs (RMB688), but if you have early plans you can also drop in after 9pm for an abbreviated four-course option (RMB498) or after 10pm for two glasses of Champagne and canapés (RMB328).

Table No. 1
It may be called Table No. 1, but this is a great spot for a romantic meal for two. Chef Scott Melvin's Valentine's Day tasting menu features snacks and Champagne to start followed by marinated hamachi, risotto, roasted sirloin and a warm chocolate cake sided by house sweets to finish. RMB780 for two; book a room at the hotel for RMB2,200 and you'll get dinner for free.

Toro Loco
For a good deal this V-day, check out new Spanish tapas restaurant and bar, Toro Loco. For just RMB268, you'll get dinner for two plus 2 glasses of wine and 2 glasses of champagne. Available Feb 10-14 because, "love isn't always on time".

Concerts and Parties

BEAN My Valentine Party
Single? Taken? BEAN's not judging. It's their first holiday party of 2012 and they're doing it fancy with red hot drink specials, solid DJs, a raffle with vouchers to the best restaurants around town and (gasp!) a bachelor and bachelorette auction. With Ned Kelly as MC this party is bound to get scandalous. Feb. 11, 8-11:30pm.

City Weekend's Valentine's Singles Party
City Weekend has teamed up with the FC Club to throw a Singles Party this Valentine's Day. This Singles Networking-mixer in the heart of Shanghai, will be relaxed yet sophisticated. The night will start with a buffet dinner, followed by a speed dating session. It's the ideal way to kick start your love life.

Drunken Dragon Pub Crawl
Whether you're single and loving life or are miserable and rebounding from that not-so-special Valentine's blind date, why not hop on a party bus, meet lots of friendly people, get wasted and try go home with (or get the number of) someone new? Courtesy of Lelo, pub crawl is giving away free sex toys to the most scantily clad or ridiculously dressed pub crawlers. RMB150.

Haven's Date with an Angel
Celebrate a twisted Valentine's Day with Haven and Riviera events, as they unveil this unconventional celebration of love. If roses and chocolates seem lame, join them for performances by twisted cupids, gothic drag queens, aerial shows and sexy fallen angels dancers. Dress code is fallen angels and love seekers. RMB100 at the door.

Lamb of God @ Mao Livehouse
If you are looking for what has got to be the most unexpected Valentine's Day celebration, four-time Grammy-nominated best selling heavy metal band Lamb of God is making a second tour of China. This five piece band have created their own genre that combines a potent heaviness with melodic hooklines and a driving groove. RMB340 pre-sale, RMB450 at the door, RMB600 for package tickets for two and RMB800 VIP.

M1NT's Star Crossed Lovers Ball
Whether you're looking to spend an evening out with your special someone or you're looking for your special someone, M1NT's Star Crossed Lovers Ball is sure to have both couples and singles looking mingle. Wear red and white and get ready to groove to the hypnotic sounds of Dj Spenny (UK) and Dj Crystal (Taiwan).

Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
There's nothing more romantic than enjoying a concert of a mix of classical and pop love songs with your significant half on the evening of Valentine's Day. Head to Shanghai Oriental Art Center and check out this "Everlasting" concert by Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra featuring music including "I Want Everything That You Do" from Andrew Webber's musical The Phantom of Opera and “Un bel di vedremo” from Giacomo Puccini's renowned opera Madam Butterfly. RMB50-380.

St. Valentine's Rock 'n' Roll Dance Massacre
The Clampdown DJs are throwing St. Valentine's Rock 'n' Roll Dance Massacre at Not Me. Bring your broken hearts out and dance until you forget the pain. Expect the usual hits from Phoenix, The Clash, MGMT, Blur, Franz Ferdinand and more with intermittent slow songs for you to get close to someone and pretend its prom again. RMB20 beers and no cover. Feb 11, 9pm-4am.

Tiger Huang 2012 Shanghai Concert
If you've missed Taiwanese singer Tiger Huang at numerous music festivals, the jazz queen brings a number of her most romantic and soulful love songs to celebrate Valentine's Day with her Shanghai fans. RMB299-999.

Gifts, Deals and Deliveries

Chocolates by Jean Georges
Girls like chocolate. It's a fact. So this year, instead of stressing over what to get your sweetheart for Valentine's Day, why not go the tried and true route with a box of delicious confectionary delights? These chocolates come in six gourmet flavors and cost RMB238 for a 6-piece box set or RMB1888 for the 72-piece luxury box set.

Diva Life Two-for-One
On Valentine’s Day, Diva Life wants to spread its love to every customer. Bring a friend and both of you can get any treatment on the menu for the price of one.

Strictly Cookies
Say "I love you" (or, at the very least, "I enjoy spending time with you") with a pack of Shanghai's best cookies. Strictly Cookies has whipped up heart- and kiss-shaped cookies for Valentine's Day for RMB35 a pack; buy two packs for free delivery or tack on a private note for RMB15. Order online or pick them up at The Pantry.

Best of the Rest

The Apartment
Art 50
Avalon
Barbarossa
Bali Bistro
Brix
Café Bistro at The Sheraton Hongqiao
California Pizza Kitchen
Danieli's Italian Restaurant
De Refter
Enoterra
Essence at The Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao
Fat Olive at Sinan Mansions
Fossette
The Geisha
Giovanni’s
glo London
Grand Brasserie
Hai Pai at the Andaz Hotel
Haven
Hotel Massenet
Hooters
Il Nascondiglio
Jean Georges Restaurant
Jin Xuan Chinese Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Pudong
JW Marriott
Lapis Thai
Le Soleil de Provence
Lind Bakery
The Lobby at the Peninsula
Moonsha
Mosaic at the Sofitel
Mi Tierra
New Heights
Nougatine
O'Malley's Irish Pub
Oliver's Restaurant
Palladio
Pelham's at the Waldorf Astoria
Piro Restaurant & Bar
Prime 1921
Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel
Shanghai Brewery
Shanghai Marriott Hotel Hongqiao The Stage at the Westin
Tavola
Whampoa Club
Yu Garden Café
Yue 1525