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Valentine\u2019s Day is just around the corner and we\u2019re sure there are lots of excited guests, hungry to see what special menu you\u2019re going to put together. It may not be the most favoured \u2018holiday\u2019 of the year but it\u2019s still one that\u2019s celebrated by many, and is sure to boost your sales. If you do it right\u2026<\/p>\n
To Start:<\/strong><\/p>\n We\u2019d recommend curating a menu, this could be themed by cuisine: Italian, Indian, British, French etc. Or, it could be a fusion of dishes, sharing plates and platters\u2026 It is the day of love after all, and people are quite happy to share. For top tips on how to get the most out of Valentine\u2019s Day, take a look at our previous article, <\/span>“how to create a unique valentines day offering”<\/a>. And for some recipe inspiration, keep reading\u2026<\/p>\n We\u2019d suggest putting together a set menu of 2-3 courses. This could also include a free drink to start, or even a bottle of wine. It\u2019s up to you. Valentine\u2019s Day doesn\u2019t mean all the food has to be pink and in the shape of love hearts, although a little wouldn\u2019t go amiss. Instead, it\u2019s about delicious, tasty dishes that they enjoy while spending some relaxing time together. Here are a few of our favourites:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/europfoods.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/toasts-with-cheese-and-figs-INSIDER-INLINE.jpg” alt=”Toasts with cheese and figs” title_text=”Toasts with cheese and figs” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Simple but effective. You could plate this two ways: spread the whipped goats cheese on a plate (in a fancy swoosh), top with sliced figs, toasted pistachios and a drizzle of honey, and serve with bread \u2013 like toasted sourdough or crostini. Or, top your toast with the whipped cheese, and the rest of the ingredients.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/europfoods.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/plate-of-beetroot-hummus-2021-09-17-16-25-35-utc-INSIDER-INLINE.jpg” alt=”plate of beetroot hummus” title_text=”plate of beetroot hummus” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you haven\u2019t made beetroot cured salmon before, there\u2019s a great recipe on\u00a0BBC Good Food<\/a>, otherwise, you can buy this pre-made. Serve this with a spicy beetroot horseradish hummus, which we have the exclusive recipe for below. A pickled cucumber salad also works well, which you can make with cider vinegar, sugar, cucumber, and mustard seeds.<\/p>\n Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n Method:<\/strong><\/p>\n The Main Course:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/europfoods.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cacio-e-pepe-italian-cheese-and-pepper-pasta-INLINE.jpg” alt=”Cacio e pepe, italian cheese and pepper pasta” title_text=”Cacio e pepe, italian cheese and pepper pasta” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_text_color=”#000000″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n An Italian classic that looks impressive, tastes amazing but is actually very simple to make. The sauce is made by combining butter, parmesan or pecorino, pasta water, and lots of black pepper. And that\u2019s it. The trick is to use fresh, Italian ingredients. There\u2019s a great recipe<\/a>, if you don\u2019t already have a tried and tested one.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.10.8″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/europfoods.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/grilled-t-bone-steak-cooked-tbone-beef-black-bac-INSIDER-INLINE.jpg” alt=”Grilled T-bone steak. Cooked tbone beef. Black background. ” title_text=”Grilled T-bone steak. Cooked tbone beef. Black background. Top v” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Call it basic, but people do love a good steak dinner. Done well, it trumps most dishes. Especially when it\u2019s served with some delicious sides. Depending what steak you use, will depend how it\u2019s cooked. For a T-Bone for example (a great sharing steak), we recommend doing a reverse sear, getting it charred in a super hot pan with butter, fresh herbs, pepper and flakey salt, and then cooking it in an oven on a medium heat \u2013 the length of time will depend on how well done you like it.<\/p>\n For your sides how about: creamed spinach (a little nutmeg is a nice touch), fries with truffle oil and parmesan, polenta chips with thyme and parmesan, roasted butternut squash with sweet peppadews and feta, griddled courgette with preserved lemon and fresh mint, fine green beans or stem broccoli, with garlic and butter, mac and cheese, honey glazed roasted carrots, and fire roasted sweet potato and pumpkin. And don\u2019t forget the sauces: B\u00e9arnaise, peppercorn, garlic butter, truffle butter, and chimichurri.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Dessert:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/europfoods.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/raspberry-cheesecake-INSIDER-INLINE.jpg” alt=”Raspberry Cheesecake” title_text=”raspberry-cheesecake-INSIDER INLINE” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The dessert is where we can have some fun, playing around with the colours of love, even adding in some heart-shaped fruits and chocolates. Cheesecake is a great dessert to get creative with, and ideal when you\u2019re accommodating a lot of people. A few favourite flavour combinations are\u00a0white chocolate and raspberry<\/a>,\u00a0vanilla with balsamic strawberries<\/a>, and\u00a0salted caramel.<\/a>\u00a0You could cut the fruit into heart shapes, adding little touches like chocolate curls, chocolate hearts, and heart-shaped swirls on the plates. Or you could even serve the cheesecake in individual heart shapes\u2026 to be shared.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/europfoods.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/chocolate-fondant-with-cranberry-sauce-top-view-INSIDER-INLINE.jpg” alt=”Chocolate Fondant with Cranberry Sauce” title_text=”Chocolate fondant with cranberry sauce. Top view” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Call it predictable but a chocolate fondant is a winning dessert on Valentine\u2019s Day \u2013 and a hit with the ladies. Always. As long as you can master that perfect oozing middle, you\u2019re onto a standout, crowd-pleasing pud. Here\u2019s our faultless recipe:<\/p>\n Ingredients: serves 4<\/strong><\/p>\n 4 x 160ml ramekins are required for this recipe.<\/strong><\/p>\n Method:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Valentine\u2019s Day is just around the corner and we\u2019re sure there are lots of excited guests, hungry to see what special menu you\u2019re going to put together. 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CACIO PEPE<\/h2>\n
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