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 Most likely, Cupid can't fire an arrow without hitting a restaurant offering something to lure the lovelorn in for Valentine's Day.

Here are just some of the many options for romantic dining.

The Secret Tea Room (412 State St., Greensboro) is offer a dinner for two from 7 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday. The three-course meal includes hot or iced tea. Call 271-2998.

Green's Supper Club (4735 U.S. 29 North, Greensboro) is offering dinner for two on Tuesday. Cost is $39.95 and includes a choice of appetizer, entree and dessert. Call 621-3444 for reservations.

The Melting Pot (2924-A Battleground Ave., Greensboro) is offering a four-course menu with a sparkling wine toast and Champagne flutes from 4 to 11 p.m. Tuesday. Cost is $120. Can't wait until Valentine's Day? The restaurant is offering a package Feb. 10-14 that includes a half dozen roses, a bottle of sparkling wine and three-hand-dipped chocolate covered strawberries. Cost is $50. For reservations, call 545-6233. For the Valentine's Day menu, visit www.meltingpot.com/greensboro/specials.

The Sweet Shop (631 S. Elm St., Greensboro) is offering a Single Ladies' Night from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Cost is $5 advance, $7 at the door and includes a slice of pound cake, a movie screening and a few other surprises. Call 790-0242.

Bistro B (26 S. Main St., Kernersville; http://thebistro.com) is offering a six-course meal with choices in four courses. Cost is $65. For an additional $20, get a wine pairing with each course.

Northern Belle Restaurant (100 W. Murphy St., Madison) is offering special entrees and appetizers not usually found on the menu such as Filet Mignon au Poivre and honey shrimp. The ladies get a complimentary rose (while supplies last). Call 949-4704.

Fatz (www.FATZ.com) is offer dinner for the guys that includes a choice of a starter and a cut of Prime Rib served with a signature side. The cost is $14.99. A slice of Red Velvet Cake is $3.99 extra.

East Coast Wings and Grill is offering a free dessert with the purchase of one appetizer and two entrees on Tuesday only. Select wines will also be half off.

Through Feb. 15, Mimi's Cafe is offering dinner for two for $26.99. The three-course menu includes a choice of starters, entrees and desserts.

Be sure and check the comments below for additional Valentine's Day options restaurants may add.

  It is week six for The Big Eat in downtown Winston-Salem.

Each Tuesday through Feb. 28, participating downtown restaurants and coffee shops offer signature dishes at HALF off. The Big Eat is organized by Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership.

Nearly 30 restaurants open their doors for the event.

Here's a sample of what's offered tonight for dine-in only: Pad Woonsen at Downtown Thai and Sushi, White Bean Cakes at Hutch and Harris, Pollo Tequila at Senor Bravo and half off a scoop of custard at Wolfies Frozen Custard.

For more information, visit The Big Eat.

Since moving into a year-round space in the retail building of the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market at Sandy Ridge Road and I-40 in Colfax last fall, George Daher says he has settled in.

Daher has also added a couple of new flavors to his Jammin' George gourmet jam collection. The Southern-infused jams include Persimmon with Southern Comfort and Green Apple with bourbon.

So, if you're at the market this weekend, or any day, stop in and check out Daher's eclectic assortment of jams. You can also find him at his Jammin' George blog or on Facebook.

It is week five for The Big Eat in downtown Winston-Salem.

Each Tuesday through Feb. 28, participating downtown restaurants and coffee shops offer signature dishes at HALF off. The Big Eat is organized by Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership.

Nearly 30 restaurants open their doors for the event.

Here's a sample of what's offered tonight for dine-in only: Caramelized Pear Pork Tenderloin at 6th and Vine, Chicken Parmesan at Dioli's Trattoria, Fish and Chips at Foothills Brewing, order of pretzels at Mellow Mushroom and Create-Your-Own Sampler at Mooney's Mediterranean Cafe.

For more information, visit The Big Eat.

Anton's (1628 Battleground Ave., Greensboro; 273-1386) has farm-raised European turbot, a rather ugly fish from the halibut family. Chef Paul Shepherd says the fish's looks are deceiving and it is quite tasty. It is baked in parchment with lemon which opened at the table. Cost is $21.

This week, Anton's also has Flank Steak Roulade ($18) butter flied and stuffed with homemade, sweet Italian sausage mix.

Don't forget Shepherd's take on an Anton's classic: Lasagna Bolognese ($18) with a long-simmering meat sauce.

Early Bird specials this week are a chef salad, chicken pot pie or beef stew with dessert and wine for $20.

 It is week four for The Big Eat in downtown Winston-Salem.

Each Tuesday through Feb. 28, participating downtown restaurants and coffee shops offer signature dishes at HALF off. The Big Eat is organized by Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership.

Nearly 30 restaurants open their doors for the event.

Here's a sample of what's offered tonight for dine-in only: Breakfast Burrito at Breakfast of Cours, Fried Chicken at Encore, oysters at King's Crab Shack and Oyster Bar, Chile relleno Enogada at Senor Bravo and Seared Jumbo East Coast Scallops at WS Prime - A Cafe.

For more information, visit The Big Eat.

Starting today, an updated version of the Happy Meal is available at area McDonald's restaurants.

Included in the meal are apple slices, a smaller (1.1-ounce) size of French Fries, a choice of hamburger, cheeseburger or Chicken McNuggets and a choice of beverage, including fat-free chocolate milk or one-percent low-fat milk. Two servings of apples are available for customers who prefer a side of apples.

The changes, announced last summer, represent a 20 percent reduction in calories.

It is week three for The Big Eat in downtown Winston-Salem.

Each Tuesday through Feb. 28, participating downtown restaurants and coffee shops offer signature dishes at HALF off. The Big Eat is organized by Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership.

Nearly 30 restaurants open their doors for the event.

Here's a sample of what's offered tonight for dine-in only: Jumbo Chicken Wings at Bib's Downtown, Basil Pesto Atlantic Salmon at District Roof Top Bar and Grille, Grilled Bistro Steak Frites at Meridian and General Tso's Chicken at Wen Hwa.

For more information, visit The Big Eat.

 The Undercurrent (327 Battleground Ave., Greensboro) will hold a Local Showcase Series dinner at 6:30 p.m. Friday.

The dinner is a first in a series of dinners highlighting area farms.

Cost for the five-course dinner is $50 plus tax and gratuity.

Call 370-1266 for reservations. For information about future dinners, visit the Undercurrent Restaurant.

It is week two for The Big Eat in downtown Winston-Salem.

Each Tuesday through Feb. 28, participating downtown restaurants and coffee shops offer signature dishes at HALF off. The Big Eat is organized by Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership.

Nearly 30 restaurants open their doors for the event.

Here's a sample of what's offered tonight for dine-in only: Cedar plank salmon at Bayberry Bistro, chocolate mocha cake at Chelsee's Coffee Shop and More, Khao Pad Downtown Thai at Downtown Thai and Sushi, Drunken Pork Chops at Sweet Potatoes and half off a scoop of custard at Wolfies Frozen Custard,

For more information, visit The Big Eat.