Love Bites for Valentine's Day

The connection between great food and good loving has been the secret of true romantics throughout history. Food is intrinsically linked to passion. Even the origins of Valentine's Day are said to have started at a feast; the feast of Lupercus in ancient Rome.

In these modern times, Valentine's Day is often centered around food. Many foods are considered aphrodisiacs, such as truffles, raw oysters, and of course, chocolate.

There is something very arousing about food. It engages all your senses. The act of preparing a meal is delightfully physical: chopping vegetables, sprinkling seasonings... The sounds of bubbling and simmering are warm and comforting, and the scents of cooking are enticingly fragrant. Lighting a fire and setting an elegant table complete with flowers and candles pleases the eye, and eating a savory meal inflames the tastebuds. Even washing the dishes with the one you love can be a very intimate experience. Warm water, soap bubbles, slippery hands....let your imagination run wild.

The food you select for Valentine's Day should reflect the mood of romance. Appetizers are perfect for this; what could be more tender and sensual then wonderful bites of luscious foods with which to feed each other? A heavy meal and too much alcohol might make you sleepy later. A light bottle of champagne, a tantalizing array of appetizers, and a roaring fire set the stage for a very romantic and passionate evening.

I have selected a collection of perfectly indulgent, romantic appetizers for your night of love, with links to the complete recipe.

Lobster Lovers Salad - This is a salad of fresh lobster mixed with roasted red pepper and baby lettuces. Cut the peppers into heart shapes for a whimsical touch.

Brie, Roquefort, and Wild Mushroom Fondue - Sharing a pot of creamy, dripping cheese is the ultimate in intimacy. Try this rich version to go along with your other love bites.

Bruschetta - A romantic Italian creation of crusty bread, typically made with tomatoes, olive oil and basil.

Oysters Rockefeller - On the day of love, it wouldn't be fair to withhold the recipe for the famous aphrodisiac. Beware!

Goat Cheese Heart - Goat cheese is so flavorful, and wonderful with fruit and baguettes. Here is a heart shaped version.

Marinated Olives - Great tasting, easy to make and wonderful to slip into your beloved's mouth.

Cherry Meringue Kisses - Valentine's Day wouldn't be the same without something sweet to nibble on aside from each other. Try this with a glass of champagne.

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