Menu For Valentine S Day

“Entertaining Inspirations by Andrea Correale: Valentine’s Day Tips”

Hi! I’m Andrea Correale, owner and president of Elegant Affairs.  I asked my team at Elegant Affairs to brainstorm and come up with romantic ideas to make Valentine’s Day extra special.  I’m all about making moments memorable and inspiring people. This is what we came up with.

Wake up a little earlier and set the breakfast table in a festive way.  Cover the table with a red tablecloth with crisp white linen naps, white doilies and of course a beautiful bouquet of red or white flowers in the middle of the table. Make your mate his or her favorite breakfast and place the first heartfelt card of the Day at their place setting.

As your mate leaves to go to work, let him or her find a single red rose on the seat in their car, with a romantic invite for dinner for two at home that evening. You may also send an invite via email(e-vite) along with a delivery of beautiful red roses or chocolate.

As far as the menu goes, you have a few choices: prepare your mate’s favorite meal or you can spice it up a bit and serve an aphrodisiac menu. Interestingly enough there are many foods that are considered part of this genre that one wouldn’t expect like: almonds, arugula, carrots, figs, garlic and avocado just to name a few. You can prepare a meal using many or only some of these ingredients. Create a menu card placing those ingredients in italics and then discuss the history behind these ingredients and what makes it an aphrodisiac. You may go the “gourmetsleuth” online to learn about the history and get a full list of various aphrodisiac foods.

Create an atmosphere that is out of the box. Perhaps set up a small table for two in a different room like the den, next to a roaring fire or outside by the pool which will be filled with tons of floating candles. Where ever it is just make sure it isn’t the ordinary place where you dine on a normal basis. Make sure you dim the lights where ever you are, and have plenty of lit candles to create the mood.

Spice things up by downloading a few hours of romantic tunes that should be playing throughout the evening. Don’t just think American there are some very dreamy French, Italian, and Spanish sound tracks out there that will absolutely set the mood and allow you and your mate to feel like you are in a romantic spot away from home.

Last but not least, rent your favorite contemporary or classic romance movie and curl up on the couch and watch it as you have dessert and coffee.

 

I hope you and your loved one have a wonderfully romantic Valentine’s Day.  Let Me Inspire You!!!    -Andrea Correale, Elegant Affairs, andreacorreale5@gmail.com

 

About the Author

Andrea Correale and her Culinary Team at Elegant Affairs has satisfied some of the most discriminating palates as the Trumps, Brooke Shields, Kelly Ripa, Kelsey Grammer, Jimmy Fallon, and Kim Cattrall. In addition to creating spectacular food with dazzling presentations, Andrea has become a regular contributor on Celebrations.com, a subsidiary of 1800 Flowers, writing her column for “Ask the Expert.” As a notable New York caterer, Andrea Correale has been featured on Martha Stewart Living on Sirius Radio and NBC-TV sharing creative ideas on home entertaining.

Watch Andrea and Elegant Affairs on VH-1, The Fabulous Life of the Hamptons, The Real Housewives of New York City, and most recently, Bravo TV’s, Millionaire Matchmaker.

 

Valentine Menu! – Man and Wife

Valentine $6.29 From beguiling New York Times bestselling author Jane Feather comes this classic tale brimming with intrigue and passion. A quirk of fate has made Sylvester Gilbraith the heir of his sworn enemy the earl of Stoneridge. But there"s a catch: To claim his inheritance he has to marry one of the earl"s four granddaughters. The magnetically handsome nobleman has no choice but to comply with the terms of the will yet when he descends on Stoneridge Manor prepared to charm his way into a fortune he finds that the lady who intrigues him most has no intention of becoming his bride. Maddeningly beautiful and utterly impossible Theodora Belmont refuses to admit to the chemistry between them even when she"s passionately locked in his embrace. But soon the day will come when the raven-haired vixen will give anything to be Sylvester"s bride-and risk everything to defend his honor . . . and his life. From the Paperback edition.

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M&M’s Valentine’s $18.99 Spend Valentine’s Day with your favorite candy that melts in your mouth and not in your hands. MM’S Valentine’s has Red, Yellow, Green and Blue ready to celebrate. Complete this sweet design with matching labels and coordinating cover – Buy today!

A Taste of Celebration Cookbook $29.95 The excitement of celebrating holidays and special occasions onboard Holland America ships can be replicated at home with this menu-based collection of festive recipes. Each year more than 600,000 passengers board Holland America”s luxury ships to enjoy thrilling adventures and the fine cuisine for which the cruise line is renowned. Holland America”s Master Chef Rudi Sodamin presents eighteen holiday and special-occasion menus with approximately one hundred recipes, so guests can prepare favorite dishes at home. A romantic Valentine”s Day menu includes Smoked Salmon Tartare, Risotto with Butternut Squash and Arugula, and Tournedos with Foie Gras, Truffle, and Madeira Demi-glace; a Fourth of July bash features Spicy Shrimp, Baby Back Ribs, and Peach and Blueberry Cobbler; and a cozy Christmas menu includes Clam Chowder, Pear, Arugula, and Endive Salad, Orange-glazed Ham with Madeira Sauce, and Chocolate Pecan Pie. A Taste of Celebration will keep you entertaining in high style.

A Taste of Celebration Cookbook: Volume III: Culinary Signature Collection, Holland America Line $29.95 The excitement of celebrating holidays and special occasions onboard Holland America ships can be replicated at home with this menu-based collection of festive recipes. Each year more than 600,000 passengers board Holland America’s luxury ships to enjoy thrilling adventures and the fine cuisine for which the cruise line is renowned. Holland America’s Master Chef Rudi Sodamin presents eighteen holiday and special-occasion menus with approximately one hundred recipes, so guests can prepare favorite dishes at home. A romantic Valentine’s Day menu includes Smoked Salmon Tartare, Risotto with Butternut Squash and Arugula, and Tournedos with Foie Gras, Truffle, and Madeira Demi-glace; a Fourth of July bash features Spicy Shrimp, Baby Back Ribs, and Peach and Blueberry Cobbler; and a cozy Christmas menu includes Clam Chowder, Pear, Arugula, and Endive Salad, Orange-glazed Ham with Madeira Sauce, and Chocolate Pecan Pie. A Taste of Celebration will keep you entertaining in high style.

Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook: More Than 125 Recipes for Family Celebrations All Year Long $0.99 From Thanksgiving and Christmas to Super Bowl Sunday, the Fourth of July, and Halloween, holidays are a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, not to spend hours working alone in the kitchen. Al Roker is passionate about food and cooking, but he also knows that spending time with his family is more important than preparing a seven-course meal for Easter dinner. In Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook, Al presents more than 125 simple and casual recipes that will make your holiday gatherings stress free and special. Here are traditional American favorites for every occasion, from no-cook appetizers and simple side dishes to manageable main courses, and of course, plenty of grilling and outdoor food. And Al has the classics covered — Thanksgiving turkey with gravy, stuffing, and all the trimmings; splendid Christmas fare, including Crown Pork Roast with Fruit Stuffing and scrumptious and quick gift breads and cookies; satisfying Super Bowl Sunday chili and snacks; a romantic Valentine’s Day menu for two; and Halloween treats for adults and kids. Enjoy a Fourth of July picnic of Oven-Fried Chicken with Pecan-Cornmeal Crust accompanied by appetizing salads; honor the patron saint of barbecue on St. Lawrence Day with Texas Brisket and Al’s fabulous Grilled Glazed Doughnuts with Vanilla Ice Cream; or try a St. Patrick’s Day menu of Irish Stew, Soda Bread, and Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce. Al provides his own holiday memories and tells how his family holiday celebrations have evolved over time. There are also a wealth of tips and hints on topics such as how to stock a holiday pantry, carve a turkey, handle leftovers creatively, and cook with kids. Think of Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook as the one thing you’ll need to make each holiday flavorful, easy, and fun — even for the cook!

Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook: More Than 125 Recipes for Family Celebrations All Year Long $21.95 From Thanksgiving and Christmas to Super Bowl Sunday, the Fourth of July, and Halloween, holidays are a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, not to spend hours working alone in the kitchen. Al Roker is passionate about food and cooking, but he also knows that spending time with his family is more important than preparing a seven-course meal for Easter dinner. In Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook, Al presents more than 125 simple and casual recipes that will make your holiday gatherings stress free and special. Here are traditional American favorites for every occasion, from no-cook appetizers and simple side dishes to manageable main courses, and of course, plenty of grilling and outdoor food. And Al has the classics covered — Thanksgiving turkey with gravy, stuffing, and all the trimmings; splendid Christmas fare, including Crown Pork Roast with Fruit Stuffing and scrumptious and quick gift breads and cookies; satisfying Super Bowl Sunday chili and snacks; a romantic Valentine’s Day menu for two; and Halloween treats for adults and kids. Enjoy a Fourth of July picnic of Oven-Fried Chicken with Pecan-Cornmeal Crust accompanied by appetizing salads; honor the patron saint of barbecue on St. Lawrence Day with Texas Brisket and Al’s fabulous Grilled Glazed Doughnuts with Vanilla Ice Cream; or try a St. Patrick’s Day menu of Irish Stew, Soda Bread, and Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce. Al provides his own holiday memories and tells how his family holiday celebrations have evolved over time. There are also a wealth of tips and hints on topics such as how to stock a holiday pantry, carve a turkey, handle leftovers creatively, and cook with kids. Think of Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook as the one thing you’ll need to make each holiday flavorful, easy, and fun — even for the cook!

Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook: More Than 125 Recipes for Family Celebrations All Year Long $14.99 From Thanksgiving and Christmas to Super Bowl Sunday, the Fourth of July, and Halloween, holidays are a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, not to spend hours working alone in the kitchen. Al Roker is passionate about food and cooking, but he also knows that spending time with his family is more important than preparing a seven-course meal for Easter dinner. In Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook, Al presents more than 125 simple and casual recipes that will make your holiday gatherings stress free and special. Here are traditional American favorites for every occasion, from no-cook appetizers and simple side dishes to manageable main courses, and of course, plenty of grilling and outdoor food. And Al has the classics covered — Thanksgiving turkey with gravy, stuffing, and all the trimmings; splendid Christmas fare, including Crown Pork Roast with Fruit Stuffing and scrumptious and quick gift breads and cookies; satisfying Super Bowl Sunday chili and snacks; a romantic Valentine’s Day menu for two; and Halloween treats for adults and kids. Enjoy a Fourth of July picnic of Oven-Fried Chicken with Pecan-Cornmeal Crust accompanied by appetizing salads; honor the patron saint of barbecue on St. Lawrence Day with Texas Brisket and Al’s fabulous Grilled Glazed Doughnuts with Vanilla Ice Cream; or try a St. Patrick’s Day menu of Irish Stew, Soda Bread, and Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce. Al provides his own holiday memories and tells how his family holiday celebrations have evolved over time. There are also a wealth of tips and hints on topics such as how to stock a holiday pantry, carve a turkey, handle leftovers creatively, and cook with kids. Think of Al Roker’s Hassle-Free Holiday Cookbook as the one thing you’ll need to make each holiday flavorful, easy, and fun — even for the cook!

Entertaining with Gwyneth Dover $0.62 Used – Covers all potential problem areas including preparing the menu, setting the table, questions of etiquette and coping with last minute hiccups and unexpected guests. There are recipes for every occasion, including a St Valentine’s Day dinner for two, children’s parties and Christmas dinner, picnics, barbecues and garden parties. Gwyneth’s recipes are low in fat, sugar and salt.

Entertaining with Gwyneth Dover $1.99 Used – Covers all potential problem areas including preparing the menu, setting the table, questions of etiquette and coping with last minute hiccups and unexpected guests. There are recipes for every occasion, including a St Valentine’s Day dinner for two, children’s parties and Christmas dinner, picnics, barbecues and garden parties. Gwyneth’s recipes are low in fat, sugar and salt.

Holiday Celebrations Cookbook $6.2 Make any holiday celebration one to remember! Twenty complete and festive menus for special occasions encompass 100 scrumptious, easy-to-prepare recipes. Plus, there are instructions for making terrific themed decorations that will add real flair to any gathering! All the major holidays are covered, from Christmas and Thanksgiving to Hanukkah, Valentine’s Day, and Easter. Looking for a feast that can be made in advance, yet still packs a big-time wow factor? It starts with Cran-Apple Mulled Wine and lip-smacking Ham and Cheese Puffs, continues with Mediterranean Party Chicken and side dishes, and finishes with Creamy Vanilla Cheesecake with Two-Berry Sauce–yum! Nearly 200 color photographs display the menu items and finished crafts, giving hosts practical ideas for the ultimate holiday table.

Holidaze $9.95 “A NEW TAKE ON SOME OLD FRIENDS”HOLIDAZE is an entertaining and humorous look at many our favorite seasonal icons. Whimsical, satirical and sometimes irreverent, HOLIDAZE takes traditional imaginary characters and puts them in the real world.There’s Santa, the old fashioned and aloof icon of Christmas; Bunny, the sassy, cynical and sarcastic patron of Easter; Lep, the hot-tempered and proud leprechaun, who’s always ready to elevate the importance of St. Paddy’s Day; Fairy, the idealistic tooth princess looking for love in all the wrong places; Turkey; the jaded and shrewd bird who wants to be removed from the Thanksgiving menu; Jack, the dim-witted but inquisitive master of Halloween; Cupid, the childlike mute of Valentine’s Day, who’s always ready to spread the love with his bow; and Bobby, a smart and curious boy from the real world with high expectations and an out-of-the-box approach to life. Presented in the standard newspaper strip format, HOLIDAZE is the perfect collection for anyone looking for a fresh laugh.

Modern bistrot cookery $5 Used – The array of recipes and menus in this volume have all been specially adapted for the home cook – they range from an Italian spring lunch, a rustic French menu to a decidedly aphrodisiac menu for Valentine’s Day.

Modern bistrot cookery $0.99 Used – The array of recipes and menus in this volume have all been specially adapted for the home cook – they range from an Italian spring lunch, a rustic French menu to a decidedly aphrodisiac menu for Valentine’s Day.

Modern bistrot cookery $109.56 New – The array of recipes and menus in this volume have all been specially adapted for the home cook – they range from an Italian spring lunch, a rustic French menu to a decidedly aphrodisiac menu for Valentine’s Day.

Modern bistrot cookery $73.64 New – The array of recipes and menus in this volume have all been specially adapted for the home cook – they range from an Italian spring lunch, a rustic French menu to a decidedly aphrodisiac menu for Valentine’s Day.

Royal Caribbean Holiday & Entertaining Cookbook $5.94 With millions of well-pampered guests who have enjoyed the superior hospitality provided aboard Royal Caribbean International ships, you could say the cruise line knows what it takes to be the perfect host. Now its Master Chef and guru of entertaining, Rudi Sodamin, is providing his time-tested secrets for planning, preparing, and presenting the perfect holiday fare and creating a celebratory atmosphere. Chef Sodamin’s talent, culinary mastery, and energy are evident throughout this lively volume. You will be inspired by his passion for entertaining family and friends–and the ships’ guests. The Royal Caribbean International Holiday & Entertainment Cookbook provides detailed menus for delectable holiday and special-occasion meals. In addition, there are a wealth of imaginative tips to create the perfect ambiance, with place setting, centerpiece, decorating, and lighting ideas tailored to each celebration. The gorgeous food photography and colorful, fun design enhance the recipes and suggestions provided. Set the stage for an intimate and romantic Valentine’s Day with special lighting, tableware, and linens and a luscious menu of seafood risotto, tenderloin in a peppery sauce, and chocolate dipped fruit. Throw a fun-filled summer soiree that will transport guests to an exotic location–if only for one night–with refreshing fare and fruity rum-based cocktails. Create the perfect Thanksgiving feast–fool-proof roasted turkey with cornbread and sausage stuffing, butternut squash soup, cranberry relish, and brandied pumpkin pie–in a setting that exudes the autumn season. Hosting holiday celebrations and parties should be fun. This enthusiastic volume helps make itso.

Seduction Cookbook: Culinary Creations for Lovers $16.95 Offers over 80 recipes designed to win the heart of your lover with sensual and alluring menus. Go beyond winning the heart of your lover through his or her stomach, and heat up some erogenous zones as well! The Seduction Cookbook delivers alluring menus and foods styled to fit your seduction method, whatever it might be. Would you like to test the powers of aphrodisiacs? Prepare a simple, yet inspiring, omelet for the morning after? Plan a tantalizing Valentine’s Day menu? Or serve a fireside late-night snack? The Seduction Cookbook offers tips and techniques for shooting Cupid’s delicious arrow straight to the heart of your lover’s sensual appetite.

Serendipity Parties: Pleasantly Unexpected Ideas for Entertaining $0.27 Everyone comes together at Serendipity—Hollywood stars, young trendsetters, and families from all over the world. With its dessert-loaded menu, fun decor, and carefree vibe, this is the place to celebrate a birthday—or any occasion that calls for lots of chocolate. Here, the impish impresario Stephen Bruce, like a modern-day Willy Wonka, has created a candy-colored wonderland where all feel welcome and even the host has a great time. Now, Serendipity Parties brings the restaurant’s madcap sense of hospitality home. Whether it’s for a birthday, the holidays, or a summer poolside soiree, this book has a party plan for you. Offbeat decor tips, must-have music playlists, and hilarious anecdotal sidebars accompany delicious recipes that reflect Serendipity’s over-the-top style. Maybe you’d like to throw a Frozzzen Hot Chocolate shindig, where guests can customize their drinks. Or for Halloween you might host a séance, serving miniature Lemon Icebox Pies (Andy Warhol’s favorite dish from the restaurant) and Peanut Butter and Banana Crostini (in honor of Elvis). For Valentine’s, tempt guests with a big pot of chocolate fondue, complete with a selection of different dippers. Perfect for families, the book is also ideal for beginning hosts and hostesses looking to develop their own easy and exciting style of entertaining. With Serendipity Parties, you’ll always have a reason to party.

Serendipity Parties: Pleasantly Unexpected Ideas for Entertaining $1.99 Everyone comes together at Serendipity—Hollywood stars, young trendsetters, and families from all over the world. With its dessert-loaded menu, fun decor, and carefree vibe, this is the place to celebrate a birthday—or any occasion that calls for lots of chocolate. Here, the impish impresario Stephen Bruce, like a modern-day Willy Wonka, has created a candy-colored wonderland where all feel welcome and even the host has a great time. Now, Serendipity Parties brings the restaurant’s madcap sense of hospitality home. Whether it’s for a birthday, the holidays, or a summer poolside soiree, this book has a party plan for you. Offbeat decor tips, must-have music playlists, and hilarious anecdotal sidebars accompany delicious recipes that reflect Serendipity’s over-the-top style. Maybe you’d like to throw a Frozzzen Hot Chocolate shindig, where guests can customize their drinks. Or for Halloween you might host a séance, serving miniature Lemon Icebox Pies (Andy Warhol’s favorite dish from the restaurant) and Peanut Butter and Banana Crostini (in honor of Elvis). For Valentine’s, tempt guests with a big pot of chocolate fondue, complete with a selection of different dippers. Perfect for families, the book is also ideal for beginning hosts and hostesses looking to develop their own easy and exciting style of entertaining. With Serendipity Parties, you’ll always have a reason to party.

The Seduction Cookbook $6 Offers over 80 recipes designed to win the heart of your lover with sensual and alluring menus. Go beyond winning the heart of your lover through his or her stomach, and heat up some erogenous zones as well! The Seduction Cookbook delivers alluring menus and foods styled to fit your seduction method, whatever it might be. Would you like to test the powers of aphrodisiacs? Prepare a simple, yet inspiring, omelet for the morning after? Plan a tantalizing Valentine’s Day menu? Or serve a fireside late-night snack? The Seduction Cookbook offers tips and techniques for shooting Cupid’s delicious arrow straight to the heart of your lover’s sensual appetite.

The Seduction Cookbook: Culinary Creations for Lovers $14.95 Offers over 80 recipes designed to win the heart of your lover with sensual and alluring menus. Go beyond winning the heart of your lover through his or her stomach, and heat up some erogenous zones as well! The Seduction Cookbook delivers alluring menus and foods styled to fit your seduction method, whatever it might be. Would you like to test the powers of aphrodisiacs? Prepare a simple, yet inspiring, omelet for the morning after? Plan a tantalizing Valentine’s Day menu? Or serve a fireside late-night snack? The Seduction Cookbook offers tips and techniques for shooting Cupid’s delicious arrow straight to the heart of your lover’s sensual appetite.

Vegetarian Celebrations: Festive Menus for Holidays and Other Special Occasions $232.77 Featuring fresh seasonal produce, whole grains, and low-fat protein sources, here are menus that will appeal not only to vegetarians but to people on low-cholesterol diets, the lactose intolerant, and vegans – those vegetarians who eat no eggs or dairy products. Meals for major holidays and other festive occasions include a Southwestern brunch for New Year’s Day, a vegan Valentine, a Pennsylvania Dutch Easter lunch, an Eastern European Rosh Hashanah, Irish classics for St. Patrick’s Day, a Memorial Day picnic, an Independence Day barbecue, a Sephardic Seder for Passover, a family Thanksgiving, and an American Country Christmas. There are also imaginative vegetarian dishes for informal buffets and smaller celebrations, from intimate suppers to afternoon tea. This new, updated edition now features recipes modified to reduce fat content and includes a nutritional analysis for each menu. From New Year’s Day to year’s end, Nava Atlas’s collection of healthy holiday fare is a true celebration of vegetarian delights.