Call me a miserable old cynic, but I’ve long held onto the notion that Valentine’s Day is an event made up by one of the large stationary chains, with the sole aim of selling more schmaltzy-messaged greetings cards, heart-shaped balloons and doe-eyed teddy bears in gift bags – and let’s face it, nothing screams ‘unromantic-last-minute-gesture’ like a teddy bear in a bag.
That said, 14 February is still a golden opportunity to shower affection on our loved ones, and it can be fun – given the right location to create the perfect mood, or some exquisite romantic drinks to make at home, as you choose the perfect playlist or Netflix series to cosy up to.
