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We’ve got your Valentine’s day plans sorted…
Published 6th February 2020
Whether you’re cooking for your partner, friends or for yourself, make this Valentine’s day one to remember with our simple guide on the perfect (and stress-free!) evening in.
The Cocktails
Raise a toast to romance this Valentine's Day with a collection of tipples from some of our BBC Good Food Show Exhibitors.
Mason’s Yorkshire Gin - Lavender and Raspberry Bramble
If you’re looking for something simple to make and easy to drink, why not opt for a classic cocktail with a fruity flair. Mason Yorkshire Gin's raspberry and lavender rendition of the Bramble is a welcome twist on the British classic.
Ingredients
- 50ml Masons lavender gin
- 25ml Lemon juice
- Crème de Mure
- Crushed ice
Serve
- Add the gin, lemon and sugar syrup to a shaker. Shake well. Strain into an ice-filled tumbler.
- Gently trickle the Crème De Mure down into the tumbler – this will give you the ‘bramble’ effect.
- Garnish perfectly with freshly picked raspberries.
Belgrove Rum - The Belgrove
If you’re looking to impress this Valentine's Day, try Belgrove Rum’s signature cocktail ‘The Belgrove’ - fruity, creamy and with a hazelnut kick. Simply-made, smooth to drink.
Ingredients
- 40ml Belgrove hazelnut rum
- 25ml Chambord
- 25ml Coconut cream
- 40ml Coconut milk
- Dash of grenadine
Serve
- Shake, then single-strain over ice.
- Top with freeze-dried raspberries
Seedlip – Mr. Howard
Catering for a non-drinker? Seedlip has some delicious recipes for what to drink when you’re not drinking. We think their ‘Mr. Howard’ blend is the perfect cocktail to ‘spice’ up your night.
Ingredients
- Seedlip spice 94: 50ml
- Grapefruit juice: 30ml
- Simple syrup: 15ml
- Lemon juice: 20ml
- Garnish: star anise
Serve
- Shake & Double Strain
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The Menu
If you left those dinner reservations a bit late or are simply fed up with crowded restaurants on Valentines, then we’ve got the perfect menu to bring fine dining into your own home. Featuring recipes from Michelin master Michel Roux Jr., Saturday Kitchen’s James Martin and the queen of bakes herself, Mary Berry.
Starter - Crème de Crécy
I carrot live without you…
When you think of romance, you may find yourself thinking of France – of the Eiffel tower, of moonlit cobbled streets and, most of all, of French cuisine. Michel Roux Jr's simple French recipe for Crème de Crécy (Cream of Carrot Soup) is the perfect starter for a night of romantic dining.
Main – Rib eye steak with bearnaise sauce
Can’t make any mis-steaks with this classic Valentines meal…
You can’t go wrong with a classic dish, and James Martin is here to help with his mouthwatering steak dish. Pop your favourite chips in the oven, dice up some freshly cut salad leaves and serve your sizzling steak alongside béarnaise sauce, or sauce of your choice.
Dessert - Chocolate Cappucino Tart
Don’t go breaking my tart…
An indulgent, rich chocolate tart – quick to make and even quicker to devour! Created by the queen of bakes herself, Mary Berry, this tart is like a cup of cappuccino, with a creamy topping and scattering of chocolate shavings.
The Gifts
If you haven’t already wowed your loved one or guests enough, why not end the evening with the perfect foodie gift. With hundreds of artisan producers at our Summer Show, we’re spoilt for choice.
Sweets for your sweet….
A beautifully presented gift box of 12 Original Gower Cottage Brownies, home-baked using finest quality Belgian chocolate with no nuts.
Life is cheddar when we’re together…
A selection of Snowdonia Cheese Company's award-winning cheeses - we hate to sound cheesy but we think this trio looks grate.
Through thick and gin…
Beautifully packaged, this limited release gift pack houses a 70cl bottle of Classic Gin paired with its matching bouquet. Available to purchase from their website.
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With love,
The BBC Good Food Show Team.
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