How To Cook The Perfect
3 Courses Romantic Meal For Valentine's Day
Yes, it’s that time of year again. It’s Valentine’s, Saint Valentine descends upon the hearts and minds of lovers everywhere.
It’s time to get in the mood for a bit of romance! If you’re not going out, we reckon the very best way to cosy up with your lover on Valentine’s Day is over a gorgeous home-cooked dinner.
Our chefs are prone to a touch of romance themselves! So light the candles, put on the soft music and serve up a beautiful menu from our recipe selection, which will knock the socks off your intended this Valentine’s.
Spoil your loved one with a delicious Irish Artisan Chocolate Hamper this Valentine’s Day for Only €149.00
Buy Now
Click any of the names of the recipes to be taken straight to the recipe and see how it’s done.
Starter
GRILLED SCALLOPS, BLACK PUDDING LEMON AND THYME DRESSING
A simple and stunning seafood starter from Paul Flynn at The Tannery in Dungarvan, using the rich meaty flavours of black pudding, coupled with a refreshingly soft cream dressing and a tender bite of the scallop. The perfect starter to set the tone for a romantic evening.
***
Main Course
PAN-FRIED MONKFISH WITH LEMON CONFIT SPINACH AND MUSHROOMS
Robbie Krawcyzk of Tankardstown House applies his light touch to the freshest monkfish for this main course, think of the light bite of fish, the earthy flavour of mushrooms and a sweet lemon sauce to savour long after the last bite.
OR
LAMB SHANKS WITH ROAST VEGETABLES, SCALLION MASH AND ROSEMARY
Executive Chef Tim O’Sullivan from Renvyle House has devised this easy dish that just cooks itself while you soak up the attention of your paramour this weekend. Seasonal Irish flavours, fresh lamb and the delicious scent of roasting rosemary, this is the recipe to woo any meat lovers.
***
Dessert
CLARA’S HOT CHOCOLATE POTS
A grand chocolate finale, served warm from the oven, from Lynda Booth of Dublin Cookery School – A rich chocolatey mousse texture served in cute little ramekins, this is for the seasoned chocaholic hiding in us all! A simple dessert sure to please – don’t forget the cream or ice cream to serve with it!
For just €65.00 you can treat your loved one to the Valentine’s Chocolate Delight Hamper.
Buy Now
Dublin Cookery School
It is hard not to be affected by Lynda Booth’s enthusiasm. Her passion for food and teaching is apparent immediately. What better place to combine these two loves than in a cookery school? Her enthusiasm has been rewarded with numerous awards.
