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There’s nothing more romantic than taking the time to cook a meal for someone just to show them how much you care. Although it’s not everyone’s strong suit, the small gesture of attempting to create your loved one’s favorite dish can be enough to signal your love and affection for their well-being and may even bring you closer in the long run. That is, unless you’re really not a cook. In that case, at least make sure you have a healthy budget for takeout.
At the end of the day, it’s the little gestures that matter most. And even if your best bet is picking up the viral Cucumber Salad from Din Tai Fung, there’s nothing better than sharing a meal with that special someone who makes your heart swoon.
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Regardless of what you choose to serve, there’s no better way to set the mood than by splurging on dinnerware to serve as the perfect backdrop to your homemade (or catered) meal. You’ve got chatty options that are perfect for explaining your love in a variety of cheeky ways, gorgeous scalloped offerings with romantic silhouettes, and even more literal heart-shaped choices that ooze lovey-dovey candle-lit vibes perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day. If you’re in the market for the latter, Target has you covered with their latest heart-shaped appetizer plate that’ll leave you plenty of cash left over to pick up flowers, too.
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A beautiful ruby Stoneware Heart Appetizer Plate by Target’s in-house Threshold line is just the finishing touch your Valentine’s Day tablescape needs, and it’ll make your takeout seem that much more fancy. Crafted out of genuine stoneware, these 7.25-inch figural plates feature a subtle hammered texture and high gloss red finish that makes them feel a tad bit rustic and handmade. The plates are microwavable and dishwasher safe, making clean up after dinner a breeze—even if all you’re doing is plating up the takeout like you cooked it yourself.
Best of all, these adorable heart-shaped plates will only set you back $3, giving you money back in your pocket for that tomahawk steak you’ll be whipping up for two. Of course, if you decide to order out instead, your secret’s safe with us.
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