The holiday life of a food blogger differs from those who read food blogs. We begin early to think up fun new recipes to ring in a given holiday; cooking, and photographing our creations at times months ahead (I don't start that early, but am creating about a month before a holiday to post for readers to have time to whip up some fun creations before the holiday hits). As you might imagine, when the holiday actually arrives, we are onto the next thing, often leaving me stumped for ideas to celebrate 'in real life' as it feels I've already eaten through that holiday!
In addition to re-experiencing some of the fun holiday recipes I've whipped up on Boulder Locavore, I am fortunate to be surrounded by inspiring colleagues who create beautiful food, in the creativity of their flavors and approach, as well as their sharing of their recipes in photography. I pulled together a little collection to share today, in the event you too are caught off guard by the arrival of Valentine's Day and could use some inspiration!
In addition, check out my Pinterest Valentine's Day board. It's full of cyber inspiration for fun food, treats and Valentines (including some great paper Fortune Cookie Valentines we are endeavoring this week at home!).
What will you be doing to celebrate your favorite Valentine(s)?
Cherry Pound Cake Bread Pudding
Forget-Me-Not’s {rose flavored meringue cookies}
Bacon-Chipotle-Espresso Truffles
Pink Peppercorn Sherry Cream Chicken
Valentine’s Chocolate Marshmallow Pops
Heavenly Chocolate Raspberry Trifles
Berry-Love Smoothie and Strawberry Roses
Gluten-Free Chocolate Sandwich Cookies {Eat The Love}
Small Batch Potato Chips for Valentine’s Day {Beard and Bonnet}
Valentine Peanut Butter Cups {Sugar Free Mom}
Strawberry Cream Sandwich Cookies {All Day I Dream About Food}
Chocolate Almond Cookie Recipe {Roxanas Home Baking}
Skinny Chocolate Fondue Recipe {Add A Pinch}
Grain Free Tiramisu Double Chocolate Brownies {Tasty Yummies}
Gluten-Free Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes {The Baking Beauties}
Nutella Hazelnut Pots de Creme {Bell’Alimento}
30 Gluten-Free Chocolate Desserts for Valentine’s Day {The Roasted Root}
Chocolate Covered Strawberry High Hat Cupcakes {Pineapple and Coconut}
Chocolate Filled Raspberries {Add A Pinch}
Strawberry Pomegranate Scones {Lauren Kelly Nutrition}
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles {Sugar Free Mom}
robin rue says
We have been trying to cut back on gluten, so I definitely want to try some of these.
Liz Mays says
Ooh, the trifles might be fun to make. A lot of these are sounding really good actually. Great Valentine’s Day options!
Heather @ Kraus House Mom says
So many delicious treats to try, I don’t know where to begin.
Christie says
I shared this with some friends who require a gluten-free diet, as well as anyone that might be looking for some recipes for entertaining guests that are gf. These are wonderful recipes!
Toni Dash says
Great, thank you Christie! Many of the recipes are ‘naturally gluten-free’ so are made the same as you would even as a gluten-eater. But it helps if gluten-free to know EVERYTHING on a list is something you can safely eat.
Melissa Chapman says
It is great to give the gluten free group all these great choices. I was amazed at that hidden heart cake and love how it is made it is so cute. I will keep this as agreat reference.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
This is such an awesome resource. Having to avoid gluten can really take the fun out of the food side of most holidays. This is going to make a lot of gluten-free people super happy.
Douglas E says
We used a gift card from our kids to have our Valentine’s Day dinner at the Kitchen – as per usual, it was great. Also wanted you to know that we are building a West Boulder Living website and in the Boulder Blogs and Information Section, we link to your blog. Cheers!
Toni Dash says
Thanks Douglas for introducing yourself and your site. I love The Kitchen and the spirit of Kimball and Hugo. They really live the local food movement and ‘giving back’. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says
So much great inspiration, I have to try that champagne cocktail first!
Lauren Kelly Nutrition says
Thank you so much for sharing my scones Toni! 🙂
Joelen says
These all look fantastic! I’ve been meaning to tell you how I wished we had a chance to get together when I was in Denver last summer. Hopefully on our next trip in the future, we can meet in person – I love what you’re doing on your site! 🙂