Valentine's Day
Holidays | Chocolate and Hallmark aside, Valentine's Day is a high-pressure holiday for good dining. Ask Chowhounds about the best places to go for a Valentine's Day meal, and tell us your best (and worst) experiences! Also get advice on what to cook, from chocolate desserts to romantic pasta dishes.
Articles on Valentine's Day
What's the Difference
What Is the Difference Between Caviar and Roe?
Caviar vs roe—what's the difference? They're both fish eggs, true, and to some, that makes them equally...
What's the Difference
What Is the Difference Between Champagne and Cava?
There are so many different types of wine varietals that are infused with bubbles. There’s Champagne...
Entertaining
Your Guide to Creating the Best Champagne Bar Ever
There is something inherently luxurious about Champagne. Whether it’s paired with a decadent food...
Guides
11 Surprising Foods to Dip in Chocolate Fondue
Chocolate fondue is a natural for Valentine's Day, and for good reason: Dipping luxurious foods in...
History of
The History of Red Velvet Cake
What exactly is in a real red velvet cake and where did it come from in the first place...
How To
How to Make the Best Cheese Fondue
Dipping bread and vegetables into a pot of hot cheese fondue makes a fun and delicious meal, but what...
Entertaining
How to Host the Perfect Galentine’s Day Bash
Galentine’s Day has officially transcended the television screen, where it was mentioned by Leslie...
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The Best Galentine’s Day Gifts for Your Girls
Let’s hear it for the girls! Galentine’s Day is all about appreciating the strong women in your life...
What's the Difference
What Is the Difference Between Pots de Crème and Pudding?
Valentine’s Day is coming up and surprising your partner with a decadent, sweet treat is worth all...
Videos on Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day Recipes
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Cupid's 'Buch Valentine's Day Cocktail
This unique Valentine's Day cocktail recipe combines sweet red strawberries and pink grenadine with...
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White Chocolate Mousse with Blackberry Compote
mousse with blackberry compote
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Lambic Marshmallows with Chocolate Stout Fondue
Make homemade marshmallows with a fruity lambic beer and dip them in rich imperial chocolate stout...
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Brussels Sprouts with Maple Butter and Iberico Ham
These pan-seared Brussels sprouts are sweet with maple butter and salty from rich Iberico ham, with...
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Red Velvet Cake
Make Chowhound's red velvet cake recipe for an impressive, irresistibly moist cake topped with sweet...
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Strawberry Cheesecake
This amazing cheesecake recipe is made with cream cheese and a touch of lemon then covered with a...
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French Chocolate Macarons with Chocolate Ganache
France’s version of the brownie.
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Red Carpet Royale Cocktail
This sparkling Champagne cocktail garnished with gold leaf is an award-worthy drink perfect for any...