A Romantic Dinner At Home

Is the thought of a crowded restaurant on Valentine’s Day a turn-off? Are you longing for a quiet, romantic dinner instead? If so, I have you covered! Let me help you plan a romantic dinner at home this Valentine’s Day.

The hubby and I dread the thought of busy, loud, restaurants on Valentine’s Day. In the past, we have even tried celebrating with dinner on Valentine’s Day eve. However, our most relaxed and romantic dinners have been those at home.

Tips for a Romantic Night at Home

Of course, celebrating at home requires some planning to set a relaxing and romantic atmosphere. So, I have a list of tips to help you create an intimate evening:

• Candles
  Lots of candles…light them all over the house.
  
• Flowers
  For a twist, skip the expensive roses and go with Asiatic Lilies for a soothing floral scent.
  
• Music
  How about a song from your wedding? Or choose romantic classic songs, contemporary music, or something that spells romance to you.
  
• A crackling fire
  Whether it’s in a fireplace or an outdoor fire pit, let it set the mood. For extra delicious fun, make s’mores!
  
• Something to Sip On
  Wine, cocktails, mocktails, or your favorite special drink for the evening.
  
• Stream a Movie
  Choose a couple’s flick, like The Notebook, Phantom Thread, Beauty and the Beast, Titanic, or La La Land.
  
• Couple’s Games
  Inspire conversation with couples cards or loving challenges. A couple of our favorites are: Our Moments for Couples  and Loopy for Couples.
  
• A Romantic Soak
  Take a dip in a hot tub or jacuzzi (if you’re lucky enough to have one). Add some scented oils.
  
• Create a Relaxing Atmosphere
  This means, you may want to hire a babysitter, or wait until the kids go to bed.
  
• Create a Bedroom Haven
  Spray linen spray on clean sheets and light some candles. Set out massage oil for massages, lay out robes. You get the idea!

A Romantic Dinner

Cooking in or Take out?

If cooking doesn’t appeal to you, order take-out from your favorite restaurant. For those of you looking to make a home cooked meal, I have some meal suggestions:

NOTE:
For the pasta with meat sauce, buy a ready to eat salad and a loaf of French bread (or my easy homemade French bread) for the sides.

Cut your French loaf in half lengthwise. Spread it with a thick layer of butter and parmesan cheese on top. Broil on low, in the middle of the oven.

Heart Shaped Desserts

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No matter how you choose to celebrate Valentines Day, I hope you have a wonderful day.

I realize Valentine’s Day can be a difficult for those who are single. If it is, have a relaxing evening, with a spectacular meal to celebrate YOU. You deserve it!

Until next time!

This post, originally published in February 2019, was updated with additional helpful content in January 2023.