One of the things that many people struggle with when it comes to Valentine’s Day is the menu. Valentine’s Day meals are supposed to be special, memorable and romantic. So, if you are struggling to decide, here are some great ideas.

Starter

Your starter can be warm or cold. For a cold option, you can serve delicious shrimp cucumber canapes. Use thick slices of cucumber. Make sure you create longer slices so that they are large enough to hold the shrimp. Your shrimp needs to be cleaned, of course, before placing it on top of the cucumber. Add a drop of sweet chilli on top and sprinkle with finely chopped parsley.

A warm option, if you prefer, is any creamy soup. Cream of mushroom soup is delicious and you can even serve with a side of garlic bread if you like. Tomato soup can be topped with some grated cheese.

Main course

If you want plenty of variety, you can serve a roast with all the trimmings. The type of meat is up to you and you can cook each vegetable separately and serve with gravy on the side. For those who prefer something a bit more comforting on a cold day, pasta with a rich and creamy sauce is always a winner. Consider spaghetti carbonara or some penne pollo (chicken) with a a delicious creamy white wine sauce and roasted almonds. Make sure that, no matter which one of these Valentine’s Day meals you choose, it is something you and your partner enjoy.

Of course, if you want to keep it more casual, pizza is perfect! Pizza is great for couples who would like to enjoy their dinner while watching a movie together at home without all the fuss of knives and forks.

Dessert

Something sweet is a definite MUST when it comes to Valentine’s Day meals. It could be something as simple as strawberries and cream or heart-shaped brownies. If you want a warm pudding, chocolate or fruit cobblers are absolutely scrumptious!

There you have a few delicious and satisfying Valentine’s Day meals that will make your evening even more special! Don’t forget to decorate your table with fresh flowers, candles and chill the champagne!