Valentine’s Day. An overrated “holiday” or a romantic day to show your love and appreciation for your significant other? Everyone’s interpretation is different, so why not make your special night just as unique with a homemade dinner instead of the hustle and bustle of a restaurant? We’re on a budget, remember?
On the menu: Apps, main, dessert …and some more dessert.
Salad: Frisee and Green Apple Salad with Goat-Cheese Toasts
Main: Sauteed Sole with Lemon
Side: Haricots Verts
Dessert: Sparkling Sorbet Floats
This menu idea really made my mouth water. It’s pretty simple and you should already have most of the ingredients in your pantry. Find the recipe here.
Here is my top 10 budget friendly and oh so delicious sparkling wines to get you and your beaux ready for a night in.
- Seaview Brut (Australia, $12)
- Segura Viudas Brut Reserve Cava (Spain, $14)
- Nino Franco Prosecco (Italy, $17.95)
- Domaine de Martinolles (French $16)
- Colio Estates ‘CEV Lily’ Blanc de Noirs 2002 (Canada, $18)
- Chateau De Montgueret Cremant de Loire (France, $19.95)
- Hawthorn mountain Vineyards See Ya Later Ranch Syl Brut (Canada, $20)
- Henry of Pelham Cuvée Catharine Brut (Canada, $25)
- Sumac Ridge Steller’s Jay (Canada, $25)
- Roederer (California, $27.95)
** Nicolas Feuillatte (France $42.45) (This is a real splurge!)
I’m not one for gifts on V-day. But I suggest getting something that both of you can share, as if having a great dinner wasn’t enough! Going on sites such as Pinterest, there are plenty of ideas to get your creative side working and make something only he will have. Staying on your budget during holidays and events is hard, but with a little creativity, it is possible!
Enjoy your night in. xo
