Ditch the crowded restaurants and bring the romance home with an intimate meal in your own apartment in Weyer’s Cave. Forget pre-set menus and rushed service – you control the ambiance, creating a space that reflects your love story. Put on some music, dim the lights, and pour a glass of something special. It’s a celebration of love, made personal and unforgettable, within the comfort of your own walls.

We have compiled a few of our favorite Valentine’s Day recipes to help you set the stage for romance (don’t worry – they’re easy enough for first-time chefs to create and sure to please):

Sheet Pan Hangar Steak & Vegetables
This easy to assemble recipe includes your main protein and a delicious side cooked together on one sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. A smooth mixture of softened butter, seasonings, and herbs, makes this dish something special without the extra effort.

Get Yo’ Man Chicken
Simple to put together and easy to leave “on the simmer” while you open a bottle of wine and put on some music, this flavorful chicken recipe lives up to its name! Impress your lover with this delicious chicken recipe that makes enough to send home leftovers (or share them together the next day).

Pork Tenderloin with Farro Salad
Pork tenderloin is not only easy to cook, but it’s a healthy option that doesn’t taste like health food. The meal comes together in just 20 minutes and delivers with savory flavors and a fresh

Pappardelle in Saffron Cream
This simple pasta dish is elevated with sophisticated flavors from saffron threads and shallots, but remains a simple dish to create. Add a fresh garden salad and some crusty French bread and you have a delightful dinner to complement your favorite wine.

Baked Dijon Salmon
The Dijon flavor in this recipe pairs beautifully to make the salmon really sparkle without tasting “fishy” and looks really beautiful on the plate. You can put the recipe together ahead of time and just pop it in the oven while you steam some green beans or make a salad to go with it for an impressive entrée.

Sweet Nothings

Valentine’s Day is the season of love… and a love of sweets! Don’t forget to make something special to end the meal and end the evening on a sweet note. Try making a simple but satisfying Deep Dish Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie, or share some Chocolate Covered Strawberries you can feed to each other.

This Valentine’s Day, transform your apartment into a haven of love with a home-cooked dinner. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience brimming with love, creativity, and genuine connection. Skip the restaurant scene and savor the magic of a romantic feast, cooked with love, in the comfort of your own home.