02 Feb Food is the symbol of love when love is inadequate

If you’ve ever heard the phrase “eat, drink and be merry”? Then you should have an idea of what this blog is about. The marrying of these words invites us to be joyful of life despite it’s confusing, uncontrollable and unjust nature. What better way to enjoy life and love than through food?

Since it is the month of love, we have compiled a list of delectable and sensuous recipe ideas to get the mood going. We haven’t forgotten about our singletons either, self-love is where it’s at so treat yourself with a great meal and your favourite series.

For the meat ‘lovers’

Try some flavorful and hearty Sweet ‘n’ Sticky Pork Chops with ‘Dirty’ Rice :

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a16964/sweet-n-sticky-pork-chops-dirty-rice-recipe-ghk0315/

For the pasta enthusiast

Nothing will be impastable with this Mozzarella Stuffed Meatball recipe:

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/easy/a36631/mozzarella-stuffed-turkey-meatballs/

For the spicy vegetarian

Take your tastebuds on a trip at home with Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup:

https://www.wellnesswarehouse.com/thai-red-curry-noodle-soup/

For the sea fanatics

Bring the breezy coast into your home with Swordfish Kebabs with Mint Pesto:

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a44100/swordfish-kebabs-mint-pesto-recipe/

For dessert, the more chocolate, the better

There’s nothing better to melt the heart like Hazelnut Hearts:

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-recipes/a14039/hazelnut-hearts-recipe-ghk0212/

Vegetarian option, Vegan Nutella Chocolate Mousse:

https://www.wellnesswarehouse.com/vegan-nutella-chocolate-mousse/

Pick up all these ingredients from Woolworths Food, Pick n Pay, Super Spar, Old Town Italy grocer and Wellness Warehouse.

Here’s to a delicious and saucy Valentine’s Day, courtesy of Central Square, Menlyn Maine!