Gourmet at home this Valentine's Day
Looking to go gourmet for Valentine’s Day, but without the hustle and bustle of visiting a busy restaurant? We pulled together some of our best recipes that will impress your valentine, without the hassle of making reservations, finding parking or even paying the bill.
Enjoy this 4-course gourmet meal at home, featuring an amuse bouche, appetizer, entrée and dessert!
Amuse-Bouche
Pear and Brie French Toast Bites
Start your at-home dining experience with a fun amuse-bouche! Enjoy a rich double cream brie that perfectly pairs with the slight crispness of the baguette slices.
Appetizer
Begin your love affair with one of these scrumptious appetizer ideas that will have you wanting more!
Baked Egg Bruschetta
If this zesty bruschetta with tangy balsamic glaze doesn’t make you hungry, the sunny-side up eggs definitely will! It will make you fall in love all over again!
Turkey & Egg Stromboli
This unique twist on a traditional egg scramble is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken – and you’ll love the delicious aroma of fresh baked pastry.
Quiche Lorraine
Delight your valentine’s taste buds with this hearty combo of bacon and Swiss cheese in this classic quiche.
Goat Cheese & Thyme Twice Cooked Soufflé
These gourmet twice cooked soufflés are easy to make and can be cooked ahead. With the elegance of a classic recipe, but half the fuss, there is no need to worry about these soufflés collapsing.
Entrée
Show your valentine how much you love them by following with one of these delicious main course ideas!
Chicken Parmesan
A classic Italian dish that speaks for itself – add a fresh salad and you’ve got yourself a meal. Now that’s amore!
Asparagus Penne Carbonara
This is a restaurant favourite you can serve at home with a spring burst of asparagus! The fresh lemon and mint flavours come shining through!
Dessert
Finish the night with your choice between the two desserts below! Or make them both and share with your partner so you get the best of both worlds!
Chai Crème Brûlée
When Crème Brûlée gets together with your favourite spices, wonderful things happen. The result? A simply elegant dessert.
Double Chocolate Brownie
For the serious chocolate lover! Make this when you know all of your special little Valentines are at home. These brownies can be enjoyed sliced into squares or bars, or for a special treat, cut into heart shapes with a cookie cutter, then decorated as desired.
For extra fun, decorate your brownies in these festive Valentine's Day ideas!
