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Ride the Carousel of Love
If it’s been a minute since you’ve visited the Peacock Loop Diner, Joe Edwards’ paean to comfort food with the can’t-miss neon sign, then let us refresh your memory. The vibrant interior boasts graduated, U-shaped counters—each slightly higher than its neighbor, so guests can see the entirety of the space—and no shortage of peacock and diner memorabilia. But the focal point is the “Peacock Carousel of Love,” a circular booth that rotates to reveal a remote control curtain, with a flat-screen TV or (if you really want to make a splash) a surprise guest behind it. The carousel can be rented for $35 for two hours to watch a movie, play video games, or simply scroll photos while noshing on smashburgers, fried chicken, spiked shakes, or even breakfast for dinner. The carousel is available this weekend and during the day on Valentine’s Day. Weekend hours are 9 a.m.–8 p.m on Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m.–2 p.m on Sunday and Monday. 6261 Delmar, 314-721-5555.
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Elope Atop Bevo Mill
Over the years, Bevo Mill (now called Das Bevo) has been the site of innumerable parties and special events. Lately, most of the wedding ceremonies are being held in the hexagonal Mill Room, the former dining room of founder August A. Busch, Sr. Lesser known are the rooms in the multi-story mill tower (now called Auggie’s Party Pad), including a ceremony room with large chandelier personal suite, social room, bar and lounge, fireplace, and windmill balcony. The area is currently available for smaller ceremonies, happy hour parties for up to 35 guests, and even elopements. (And in case you’re wondering, it is available February 14). 4749 Gravois, 314-832-2251.
Bickering Couples
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If you and your significant other are having one of those moments (or those days), then consider not eating at a restaurant during that evening, especially for what’s supposed to me a memorable night out. There’s no worse feeling than being seated near a squabbling couple and no worse assignment for a server dealing with such unpleasantry. See if you can reschedule the restaurant reservation. Give yourself a break—and, in so doing, spare those within earshot.
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