This Valentine's Day, you could buy a card and a box of chocolates. You could send a dozen roses. You could make reservations at a fancy restaurant.
In other words, you could be predictable.
Or, you could do something that really makes a statement. Cook!
There's nothing that says you care more than cooking. Think about it: you have taken the trouble to plan a menu; shop, prep and assemble the ingredients; set a table; serve a delicious meal; and clean up afterwards. Cooking is a gift of time and attention.
So this Valentine's Day, get cookin'. To help, we've created five complete menus to choose from —all complete with eatbetteramerica recipes. Choose the theme that best suits your romantic style. What better way to say you care?
that's amoré!
This Italian-inspired meal will transport you and your Valentine to a place where good food is practically the national pastime. Bon appetit!
some like it hot
Why not make heat the theme of your special Valentine's meal together? There's no better way to thaw out a frosty February evening.
vive la différence!
Remember a time when people couldn't imagine pairing salty with sweet? Then someone invented chocolate-covered pretzels — and the world will never be the same. For more earth-shattering flavor combinations, try these recipes.
any age appropriate
If your Valentine's dinner needs to be kid friendly, be sure to plan a meal that will appeal to eaters of all ages.
classical elegance
This romantic, gourmet meal deserves to be served on the "good" dishes, lit by candlelight, and accompanied by a bottle of real Champagne.