If you've had your fill of chocolates and roses, Houston's Health Museum is dishing out a heart-centric alternative this Valentine's Day. The institution is turning heads with its unconventional celebration which includes a heart dissection experience post-dinner. Those 16 and older can dive into the anatomy of the human heart, under the tutelage of Dr. Jonathan Zalamea, in an event titled "Heartstrings Unraveled".

The offbeat V-Day event is more than just a biology lesson; guests can relish a made-to-order pasta dinner, dessert, and a selection of wine and beer. Access to the museum's exhibits, alongside music, games, and brain teasers, make for a full-fledged affair. As featured by the Houston Chronicle, the Health Museum encourages attendees to "Embrace the quirk, snap some pics and dive into this Valentine's Day celebration with a twist".

Tickets for the February 14th Heartstrings Unraveled event are going for $100 per person, with the gathering scheduled from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at the museum located on 1515 Hermann Drive. The The Leader News reports that parking in the museum's surface lot is complimentary, and group bookings for up to 6 people are on offer.

So for those unafraid to roll up their sleeves this romance season, Houston's Health Museum's unique mix of dinner and dissection could be the ticket. There's no need for past dissection experience, just an appetite for knowledge and, presumably, pasta. Aside from the activities, the opportunity to explore the museum provides an extra layer of appeal to those looking to steer clear of the conventional candlelit setting this February 14.