Just the names of the dishes on an Indian menu make my mouth water and I don't even know what most of them mean; aloo gobi, vindaloo, saag paneer, rogan josh. I couldn't begin to guess what exotic spices are brought together to create the perfect combination of sweetness and heat or how the chefs know what to put in and how much. I'll never know just how the unbelievable smells and vivid colours are created. Yes, I admit Indian food is a bit of a mystery to me, but that doesn't stop me eating it every chance I get!

Have fun trying to solve the mystery for yourself. Grab two main meals, two servings of rice and two beers or wines from Aaina Indian Restaurant. At just $33, this is the ideal Valentine's Day dinner deal.

Perfectly situated in the heart of Wellington City on Cuba Street, Aaina Indian restaurant is full of colour, vibrancy and exciting smells. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, Aaina is fully licenced or you can bring along a bottle of your favourite wine. You can choose from a wide range of tempting, tasty authentically Indian dishes including halal and vegetarian selections.