You’ll Love This! Romantic Seafood Dinners for Two

It’s February and Valentine’s Day is next week. If you and your sweetheart are tired of trying to make reservations and fight the crowds, why not plan a quiet, romantic, DELICIOUS night in?

Seafood meals are an excellent choice! They are usually light and easy to prepare, leaving you more time for…well…ummm…

You’ve probably heard that oysters are an aphrodisiac, but is it really true? The story goes that over 200 years ago, a young man named Giacomo Casanova (you’ve heard that name, right?!) claimed he ate 50 oysters every day and that they were the reason for his endless energy and stamina. If you have read Casanova’s biography, or seen the movie, The Story of My Life, you’re aware of his exploits in the bedroom…hence the legend that oysters affect libido.

For the science geeks amongst us, in 2005 research did show there is an amino acid found in oysters that did increase testosterone production, at least in tested animals. So if you both have a taste for oysters, it wouldn’t hurt to start out your romantic meal with a few of these!

For the main course, you can’t go wrong with poached salmon and a creamy sauce or seared scallops for two. For a splurge, lobster with lemon butter would be a treat for your special someone, also! HINT: Buy them split and cook them on the grill — no clean up! — again leaving you more time for…

This year, February 14 (yes, guys, this is the date for Valentine’s Day — every year it’s the same date) falls on a Thursday, so for the purists that want to celebrate on the actual day, you’ll want something you can put together after work with minimal effort and maximum “special”.

For the absolute perfect meal – shrimp with angel hair pasta can’t be beat. It’s easy. It’s fast. And it can be beautifully plated when the shrimp are placed “front-to-front” to form little hearts! Pair with a nice bottle of bubbly and something chocolaty for dessert and you have an instant, romantic meal.

Just don’t forget some beautiful music plus candles and flowers for the table!

If you need help with recipes, seasonings or suggestions, ask us!