Our picks for dark chocolate desserts, beautiful bouquets, dinner at home, and romantic getaways

Here’s how to warm your sweetie’s heart on February 14 (or anytime):

PRESENT CHOCOLATE

Best boxed chocolates
Which won our taste test?

As smooth as … fudge?
For your valentine, use a chocolate maker’s favorite recipe

CHOOSE FLOWERS

The look of love
Two simply romantic Valentine’s bouquets

Sweetheart bouquets
A do-it-yourself floral arrangement

Live rose in a lovely container
Pick a pot and pop in a miniature red rose

COOK DINNER

Quick and light Valentine dinner for two
A romantic menu doesn’t need to take all day

Dark chocolate romance
Treat your sweetie (or yourself) to one of our four bittersweet desserts

Love potions
3 sensual wines

STAY THE NIGHT

Top 10 romantic cottages
Cuddle up at one of our favorite retreats, from Kauai to Colorado

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