Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day , celebrated every year on February 14th , is the quintessential day for lovers. It's an opportunity to express your love through small romantic gestures, gifts, or a dinner for two . But did you know that this holiday is celebrated differently in different countries?
Where is Valentine's Day celebrated?
While Valentine's Day is popular in Europe, North America, and Asia , it is not celebrated in the same way everywhere.
- 🇫🇷 France : Couples exchange gifts and flowers , often over a romantic dinner.
- 🇺🇸 United States : It's a celebration of love but also of friendship . Children even give cards to their friends!
- 🇯🇵 Japan : Women give chocolate to men on February 14th, and a month later, on White Day , men return the favor.
- 🇧🇷 Brazil : Here, Valentine's Day takes place on June 12 , the day of Saint Anthony, the patron saint of marriage.
- 🇩🇰 Denmark : Lovers exchange Gaekkebrev , small anonymous poems accompanied by white flowers.
- 🇰🇷 South Korea : There are three Valentine's Days ! Chocolate in February, gifts in March, and a day dedicated to singles in April.
A Festival That Sparks Debate
In some countries, such as Saudi Arabia and Pakistan , Valentine's Day is sometimes banned, deemed contrary to local traditions. Elsewhere, it is criticized for its commercial aspect .
Whether you celebrate it or not, Valentine's Day is first and foremost an excuse to say "I love you" ! 💕
11 Menus from Around the World for Valentine's Day
Here are 11 original menus from around the world for an unforgettable Valentine's Day, each inspired by a destination and naturally gluten-free .
1️⃣ Tropical Passion Menu – Brazil 🇧🇷
- 🥂 Cocktail: Passion Fruit Caipirinha (Cocktails of the World)
- 🍽️ Starter: Salada de Palmito (Palm heart, avocado and mango salad)
- 🍤 Dish: Fish and shrimp moqueca (with coconut milk and coriander)
- 🍫 Dessert: Brigadeiro with almonds and cocoa
2️⃣ “Lights of Kyoto” Menu – Japan 🇯🇵
- 🍵 Cocktail: Matcha Sour (Cocktails of the World)
- 🍣 Starter: Citrus salmon sashimi
- 🍜 Dish: Tuna tataki with Miso
- 🍰 Dessert: Mochi filled with mango and coconut
3️⃣ "Flavors of the Arabian Nights" Menu – Morocco 🇲🇦
- 🍷 Cocktail: Gin and Mint Tea (Cocktails of the World)
- 🥗 Starter: Carrot salad with cumin
- 🥘 Dish: Chicken tagine with preserved lemons and olives
- 🍊 Dessert: Oranges with cinnamon and orange blossom
4️⃣ “Polynesian Delights” Menu – Tahiti 🇵🇫
- 🍹 Cocktail: Mai Tai revisited with coconut milk (Cocktails of the world)
- 🍍 Starter: Raw fish with coconut milk and lime
- 🥥 Dish: Chicken fafa (with coconut milk and tropical spinach)
- 🍍 Dessert: Grilled pineapple with honey and vanilla
5️⃣ "Scandalously Gourmet Escape" Menu – Scandinavia 🇸🇪🇳🇴🇩🇰
- 🍸 Cocktail: Cranberry Spritz (Cocktails of the World)
- 🥗 Starter: Salmon gravlax with pink peppercorns and dill
- 🥩 Dish: Creamy salmon soup (Lohikeitto)
- 🍏 Dessert: Blueberry pie
6️⃣ “Tuscan Elegance” Menu – Italy 🇮🇹
- 🍷 Cocktail: Bellini (Cocktails of the world)
- 🧀 Starter: Burrata and roasted cherry tomatoes
- 🍝 Dish: Porcini mushroom risotto
- 🍓 Dessert: Panna cotta with red berries
7️⃣ "Exotic and Spicy Escape" Menu – Thailand 🇹🇭
- 🍷 Cocktail: Mango Lassi with Coconut Milk (Cocktails of the World)
- 🍽️ Starter: Scallops with red curry
- 🍖 Dish: Thai Beef, The Crying Tiger
- 🍰 Dessert: Sticky rice with mango
8️⃣ Bollywood Mystery Menu – India 🇮🇳
- 🍹 Cocktail: Rose and cardamom lassi (Cocktails of the world)
- 🥭 Starter: Mango and cashew nut salad
- 🍛 Dish: Chicken tikka masala
- 🍮 Dessert: Kheer (rice pudding flavored with cardamom and almonds)
9️⃣ “Flamenco and Passion” Menu – Spain 🇪🇸
- 🍷 Cocktail: Pomegranate and citrus sangria (World Cocktails)
- 🦐 Starter: Prawns with garlic and sweet chili
- 🥘 Dish: Cod Biscay-style
- 🍰 Dessert: Catalan lemon cream
🔟 “Sunset in Greece” Menu – Greece 🇬🇷
- 🍹 Cocktail: Ouzo Tonic (Cocktails of the world)
- 🥗 Starter: Greek salad with Kalamata olives and feta
- 🍖 Dish: Chicken souvlaki marinated in lemon and oregano, with tzatziki
- 🍯 Dessert: Persimmon and almond cake
1️⃣1️⃣ Menu “French Elegance” – France 🇫🇷
- 🍸 Cocktail : Raspberry Kir Royal (Cocktails of the World)
- 🦪 Starter : Scallop and Citrus Salad (Fresh scallops, lime and orange, a touch of ginger and dill)
- 🥩 Dish : Beef Rossini (beef fillet, pan-fried foie gras and port sauce)
- 🍫 Dessert : Chocolate Fondant (dark chocolate molten center)
👉 And you, how do you celebrate Valentine's Day?
