When you say "I love you" on Valentine's Day, it's always with a little token of affection. And more often than not, this little token is - you've guessed it! - chocolate. Whether milk, dark, or mixed with fruits, nuts, caramel or other heavenly confection, chocolate is sure to be able to say things that you can't. Think about it. Valentine's Day without chocolate is pretty much Easter without the eggs.
But be careful! The regular chocolate bar with a ribbon is sweet, but it gets boring easily. Here are some ideas to spice up your chocolate treat this Valentine's Day:
Chocolate Truffles. The traditional truffle still packs a punch, so how about these little bite-sized goodies? Truffles come in elegant heart-shaped boxes for the occasion, so no need to worry about presentation. Take your pick from Swiss, Belgian, American or European --- or just go for the sampler!
Chocolate-dipped Strawberries. Chocolate works best with fresh fruit; and if you want something really tempting, you can't go wrong with strawberries. Most specialty stores hand paint strawberries for Valentines Day, and offer you a selection of dips. A dozen of these sweet things, plus a little champagne and soft music, and you're ready to go.
A Chocolate Bouquet. Get chocolates that have been shaped into lovely little roses, so you get chocolates and flowers in one! Your girl gets to have flowers that she can definitely enjoy as treats. If you're up for the challenge, you can even create your own chocolate bouquet! You can make your own chocolate flower with some melted chocolate and a flower mold. Finish the job with sticks covered in green paper.
Chocolate Photos. The sweetest gift you can find - or so the tagline says. There are now companies that specialize in chocolography, which is basically the making and printing of text and images using edible chocolate ink. You can dream up the (literally) sweetest greeting card you can think of, and go and rifle through albums for that photo you would love to see on a bar of chocolate.
Truth, Dare or Chocolate Board Game. Here's a new take to the classic getting-to-know-you challenge: spill your secret or get tattooed with chocolate! Any gift that can start a revealing conversation between lovers is always a good idea. Playing the game can already be your agenda for Valentines Day. See? No need to leave the house.
Chocolate-Flavored Coffee. This is the option for you if you are the type who wants to relax and have a laid-back Valentines Day afternoon by the porch. There are gourmet shops who whips up this new soothing and comforting concoctions - the ideal drink for a quiet conversation. The gift for your loved one on Valentines is a stress-free day.
Chocolate Paintbox. Try to browse through your local sweetshop, and you're likely to see a small jar with a paintbrush on top. Yup, you guessed it! Chocolate paint! Unleash your inner artist (and something else), and go wild with panting. Nope, not on a canvas! Do you get the hint?
Cake! Of course, cake is always a popular treat on Valentine's Day. Whether it's a store-bought chocolate decadence after dinner, or it's a soggy mess on the kitchen counter after a dough fight in the kitchen, there's no mistaking that having cake on Valentine's Day is a great idea. - 15784
But be careful! The regular chocolate bar with a ribbon is sweet, but it gets boring easily. Here are some ideas to spice up your chocolate treat this Valentine's Day:
Chocolate Truffles. The traditional truffle still packs a punch, so how about these little bite-sized goodies? Truffles come in elegant heart-shaped boxes for the occasion, so no need to worry about presentation. Take your pick from Swiss, Belgian, American or European --- or just go for the sampler!
Chocolate-dipped Strawberries. Chocolate works best with fresh fruit; and if you want something really tempting, you can't go wrong with strawberries. Most specialty stores hand paint strawberries for Valentines Day, and offer you a selection of dips. A dozen of these sweet things, plus a little champagne and soft music, and you're ready to go.
A Chocolate Bouquet. Get chocolates that have been shaped into lovely little roses, so you get chocolates and flowers in one! Your girl gets to have flowers that she can definitely enjoy as treats. If you're up for the challenge, you can even create your own chocolate bouquet! You can make your own chocolate flower with some melted chocolate and a flower mold. Finish the job with sticks covered in green paper.
Chocolate Photos. The sweetest gift you can find - or so the tagline says. There are now companies that specialize in chocolography, which is basically the making and printing of text and images using edible chocolate ink. You can dream up the (literally) sweetest greeting card you can think of, and go and rifle through albums for that photo you would love to see on a bar of chocolate.
Truth, Dare or Chocolate Board Game. Here's a new take to the classic getting-to-know-you challenge: spill your secret or get tattooed with chocolate! Any gift that can start a revealing conversation between lovers is always a good idea. Playing the game can already be your agenda for Valentines Day. See? No need to leave the house.
Chocolate-Flavored Coffee. This is the option for you if you are the type who wants to relax and have a laid-back Valentines Day afternoon by the porch. There are gourmet shops who whips up this new soothing and comforting concoctions - the ideal drink for a quiet conversation. The gift for your loved one on Valentines is a stress-free day.
Chocolate Paintbox. Try to browse through your local sweetshop, and you're likely to see a small jar with a paintbrush on top. Yup, you guessed it! Chocolate paint! Unleash your inner artist (and something else), and go wild with panting. Nope, not on a canvas! Do you get the hint?
Cake! Of course, cake is always a popular treat on Valentine's Day. Whether it's a store-bought chocolate decadence after dinner, or it's a soggy mess on the kitchen counter after a dough fight in the kitchen, there's no mistaking that having cake on Valentine's Day is a great idea. - 15784
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