Resist the temptation of a supermarket meal deal on 14 February and show your loved one you care by cooking a stylish supper that’s sure to impress. We’ve put together a romantic menu to serve two people. Tuck into a salmon starter, succulent steak & chips main and a salted caramel & chocolate dessert. Make a pair of passion fruit martini cocktails, and enjoy!
Follow this Valentine’s Day menu for classic recipe ideas and for more inspiration, see our quick & easy Valentine’s menu and the 10 most popular Valentine’s Day dishes and our complete collection of Valentine’s Day recipes. If your Valentine is meat-free try our veggie Valentine’s recipes and to keep costs down this year why not try our budget-friendly Valentine’s ideas?
Classic Valentine’s Day recipes
You can prepare the starter and dessert a day or two ahead, if you like. The main and cocktails are quick and easy to make on Valentine’s Day itself.
Start your Valentine’s night in with this five star-rated smoked salmon and prawn salad. You can make the horseradish cream and lime vinaigrette in advance, so it’s just a case of assembling and dressing the salad right before you serve it. Or rustle up this fig, burrata & prosciutto tartine for a vegetarian alternative – it’s an impressive-looking starter that’s deceptively easy to make.
For more starters perfect for kicking off an evening of romance, check out our Valentine’s Day starter recipes.
Every year, steak is the most popular Valentine’s Day recipe of choice for Good Food users. Treat someone special to a classic steak diane, with a rich, creamy sauce and a touch of theatre from your flambé skills. For the ultimate indulgence, we’ve chosen tender fillet steak – a true showstopper for any romantic supper, and it only takes 25 minutes.
Alternatively, indulge in this rich, cheesy marry me gnocchi for a brilliant veggie option. It’s easy to make and comes together in less than 40 minutes, perfect for impressing your loved one without any of the hassle. Serve with a fresh green salad, if you like.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic meal or midweek inspiration, we’ve got plenty of dinner recipes for two.
Round off your romantic dinner with these salted caramel choc pots. The combination of sweet and salty flavours works perfectly, and the pots can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead.
Impress someone special with our Valentine’s Day dessert recipes.
This easy passion fruit martini is the perfect cocktail with which to begin or end your Valentine’s dinner. You can make your own sugar syrup by boiling equal quantities of sugar and water in a pan for about five minutes until a syrupy consistency.
Explore more Valentine’s Day cocktail recipes to add a touch of sparkle and keep the romance flowing all evening.
More Valentine’s dinner ideas:
More classic starters
Smoked salmon with horseradish crème fraîche & beetroot
Crab & citrus salad with chardonnay dressing
Mushroom & butter bean toasts with crispy chorizo
Ultimate onion rings with bacon mayo
Prawn bruschetta with lemony fennel salad
Smoked salmon & avocado sushi
More romantic mains
Braised ox cheek wellingtons with peppercorn gravy
Spiced lamb with lemon & herb quinoa
Crispy pork massaman ramen
Onglet steak with red wine shallots
Duck legs braised with Seville oranges
Butter-roasted supreme of chicken with wild mushroom & potato gratin
More decadent desserts
Baked raspberry & lemon cheesecake
Little rose & almond cupcakes
Dark chocolate orange creams
Orange chocolate truffle cake
Sticky toffee tarts
See our Valentine’s Day collection for our highest-rated recipes and our Valentine’s Day menu ideas for further inspiration.
