It’s that time of year when we get to spend a whole day dedicated to honoring our sweetheart! For me, that means cooking and sharing my passion for food with my fiancé. Luckily for me, he loves to eat and definitely appreciates a good meal! If you find yourself in the same situation (or even if you are just looking for a way to celebrate Valentine’s Day that is outside the “dinner at a restaurant” box), check out the three Valentine’s Day menus I’ve put together today. They will definitely leave you with a Valentine’s Day to remember!
Valentine’s day is special for many people out there, so they want to make it as extraordinary as possible and I do not blame them! You should be showing love for your other half every day (in the little ways) but Valentine’s day is the day that you can express that in more ways than one. Cooking certainly takes the top spot as it shows a loving and supportive nature within the person, however, not everyone can cook! So showing their affection in other ways may be the best bet with cases like these.
If you fall into this category, fear not, you will be able to find something that you can give them this Valentine’s day, maybe a personalized present? A gift certificate to a day at a race track? How about a photo engraved necklace with a picture of you both in it? Any one of these can be a great choice and will show the other person that you are thinking of them and know what they like. Showing your love doesn’t have to be roses and chocolates, it can be anything and everything that will make the other person feel loved and cared for. So have a think and if food is love then read on.
1. Seeing Red
Cocktail: Blackberry Mint Collins with Elderflower Vodka
Appetizer: Oven Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Crema and Crispy Prosciutto
Entrée: Beet and Chevre Ravioli in a Blood Orange and Fennel Sauce
Dessert: Red Wine Chocolate Cake with Mascarpone Cream
2. A Lighter Affair
Cocktail: The Champagne Etoile
Appetizer: Grilled Cherry Tomato and Basil Crostini with Whipped Burrata and Balsamic Glaze
Entrée: Vol au Vents
Dessert: Caramelized Peaches and Cream with a Toasted Crumble
3. Fancy Does It
Cocktail: Fresh Pear Cocktail
Appetizer: Marinated Shrimp with Champagne Beurre Blanc
Entrée: Goat Cheese Ravioli with Roasted Carrot Soup
Dessert: Rustic Strawberry Galette with Seeded Rye Crust
Now it’s your turn!
What meal do you plan on sharing with your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Share with me by commenting below!