$10,000 diamond martini

[fountainfairfax]

Hey, did anyone happen to catch this story on NPR this am?

Here''s a link if you didn''t

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4505397

 

[FireGoddess]

I actually saw this on TV! Though with my luck, I''d swallow the darn thing by accident... oops!

 

[kbling]

My BF and I were at the Oak Room in Boston recently, and he pointed out the most expensive martini on the menu...the "Engaging Martini". Similiar to this story...hm, maybe this is how he''ll propose to me!

Engaging Martini Package

Truly the most romantic martini in Boston, it is served on the ''''rock.'''' The Alpha Omega Engaging Martini is a heart stopping combination of Finlandia Vodka, a dash of dry Vermouth and an unusual garnish - a diamond engagement ring.

With this extroardinary martini, The Fairmont Copley Plaza will provide an additional finish with a deluxe one-bedroom suite fitted out with Champagne, chocolates and flowers. And if this elixir of love is still not enough, the hotel will add an elegant dinner for two in Boston''s Best Steakhouse, the Oak Room.

Please Note:
This special package cannot be booked online. To make a reservation, please contact the Reservations Manager - Warren Keith at (617) 867-8571 or by e-mail.

Package Includes:

Accommodation in a Deluxe One Bedroom Suite
Diamond engagement ring
Champagne
Chocolates
Flowers
Elegant dinner for two in Boston''s Best Steakhouse, the Oak Room
Availability:
This offer is valid year-round, subject to availability.

Rates:
The price for this unique package is $12,750 USD (which includes an $11,000 USD credit at Alpha Omega for the ring of your choice).

 

[Bagpuss]

This must be the perfect solution for the guy who really can''t get himself organised!

Though I''d be a bit wary of a guy who ''ordered'' an engagement like this - a bit too impersonal for my taste.

 

[kbling]

I agree...but I LOVE martinis, so that part of the proposal would be cool (if he brought his own ring!)