Maybe it happened in an elevator: a double-take, an introduction, an invitation. Maybe it happened at a coffee shop, when your fingers brushed as you grabbed for the cream. Maybe you completely forgot it was Valentine's Day, and your wife/husband/girlfriend/boyfriend is going to murder you if you don't do something, anything, to acknowedge the holiday.
Any of these situations, and you need a plan. Stat.
Here it is: your ticket to last-minute romance, a menu you can shop for and cook when you're off of work. Love is in the air. Embrace it.
Martini by Erica Kotite

Brussels Sprout Salad a la M. Wells by amanda

Sugar Steak with Bourbon by amanda

Kale with Pancetta, Cream and Toasted Rosemary Walnuts by apartmentcooker

Sweet Potato & Parsnip Mash by hardlikearmour

Kick Butt-erscotch Pudding by fiveandspice

Time to get ready!

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