You know what they say: 'the best way to a man's heart is through his stomach.'
Who ever said that you have to eat out this Valentines Day? A public restaurant is hardly the place to be intimate. And let's face it, to do so is a bit clich. If you want to impress your man with how much you care, it's time to prepare something with your own hands.
Enter chocolate. When deciding what should be on the menu February 14, make sure that at least one meal has chocolate. Chocolate is a natural aphrodisiac; it promotes that 'honeymoon mood.' It's sensual and can be really delicate--- a perfect prelude to either a relaxed discussion or a not-so-relaxed seduction! Even before the first meal is served, just the aroma from the kitchen will already have your partner excited.
More so, having chocolate on the table sends the clear message that the day is special. As chocolate rarely finds its way to everyday recipes, your partner would immediately know that you've gone out of your way. Like champagne, having chocolate suggests that a celebration is in order. Isn't it that you don't start a party without at least an inch thick Black Forest cake?
Consider the following options:
Breakfast: How about adding chocolate chips on your pancakes? Diners have been known to make waffles and pancakes using chocolate chips, but that trend seemed to have gone out of fashion. Why not bring back those good old days and be kids again? Eat it straight from the pan, and the chocolate would simply melt in your mouth. Add a mug of steaming hot cocoa and vanilla for those finishing touches!
Appetizer: Nothing says "I love you" on Valentine's Day like a big, warm bowl of chocolate fondue and a big plate of stuff that you can dip in it: bread sticks, fruits, marshmallows, each other - the choice is all yours!
Lunch: On Valentine's Day, innovativeness and creativity is applauded, so why not get innovative and creative in your kitchen? Use chocolate as a sweetener for marinades and sauces. It'll give barbecue sauce a sweet and full flavor that goes great with grilled meats.
Dinner: For a sumptuous and intimate dinner, use chocolate as the main ingredient in your cooking, or more specifically, cocoa. This dark, rich and heavily flavored powder can be a great compliment to more delicate flavors such as seafood. It balances things out and leaves you wanting more.
Dessert: Of course, there's always room for dessert! Choices for these are limitless. Imagine cakes, mousses, souffls and flans made with chocolate. You can also do drinks like chocolate shakes, hot blends and even spirits.
You'd certainly enjoy yourself! Chocolate is one of the most pleasurable things to prepare in the kitchen. It's gooey and is great fun to fold into any batter, drizzle into any sweets or use as a dip. You'd also get to challenge yourself thinking of how you can use it outside of dessert. It's like being an Iron Chef in Kitchen Stadium.
Who ever said that you have to eat out this Valentines Day? A public restaurant is hardly the place to be intimate. And let's face it, to do so is a bit clich. If you want to impress your man with how much you care, it's time to prepare something with your own hands.
Enter chocolate. When deciding what should be on the menu February 14, make sure that at least one meal has chocolate. Chocolate is a natural aphrodisiac; it promotes that 'honeymoon mood.' It's sensual and can be really delicate--- a perfect prelude to either a relaxed discussion or a not-so-relaxed seduction! Even before the first meal is served, just the aroma from the kitchen will already have your partner excited.
More so, having chocolate on the table sends the clear message that the day is special. As chocolate rarely finds its way to everyday recipes, your partner would immediately know that you've gone out of your way. Like champagne, having chocolate suggests that a celebration is in order. Isn't it that you don't start a party without at least an inch thick Black Forest cake?
Consider the following options:
Breakfast: How about adding chocolate chips on your pancakes? Diners have been known to make waffles and pancakes using chocolate chips, but that trend seemed to have gone out of fashion. Why not bring back those good old days and be kids again? Eat it straight from the pan, and the chocolate would simply melt in your mouth. Add a mug of steaming hot cocoa and vanilla for those finishing touches!
Appetizer: Nothing says "I love you" on Valentine's Day like a big, warm bowl of chocolate fondue and a big plate of stuff that you can dip in it: bread sticks, fruits, marshmallows, each other - the choice is all yours!
Lunch: On Valentine's Day, innovativeness and creativity is applauded, so why not get innovative and creative in your kitchen? Use chocolate as a sweetener for marinades and sauces. It'll give barbecue sauce a sweet and full flavor that goes great with grilled meats.
Dinner: For a sumptuous and intimate dinner, use chocolate as the main ingredient in your cooking, or more specifically, cocoa. This dark, rich and heavily flavored powder can be a great compliment to more delicate flavors such as seafood. It balances things out and leaves you wanting more.
Dessert: Of course, there's always room for dessert! Choices for these are limitless. Imagine cakes, mousses, souffls and flans made with chocolate. You can also do drinks like chocolate shakes, hot blends and even spirits.
You'd certainly enjoy yourself! Chocolate is one of the most pleasurable things to prepare in the kitchen. It's gooey and is great fun to fold into any batter, drizzle into any sweets or use as a dip. You'd also get to challenge yourself thinking of how you can use it outside of dessert. It's like being an Iron Chef in Kitchen Stadium.
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