From prose to poetry, many writers pen the thoughts of romantic endearments. There are many ways to show romanticism, which include dining and entertaining moments. Candlelight, music, and linen color combinations set the tone. The meal should be tantalizing and not a grilled cheese sandwich. The food plating should be thoughtful and not messy. The dessert course offers opportunities for messaging that are perfect for Valentine dining. With all of the detailing, take some pressure off yourself by creating a stunning raspberry sauce for your dessert selection. Simply meltdown, in a sauce pan, a jar of raspberry jam. Sieve the mixture through a mesh sieve to yield a stunning red raspberry sauce. This can be done in advance to save on kitchen time.  To make a heart design in the sauce, drop a small dollop round of cream onto the plated sauce. With the backside of a knife blade, quick-stork a line through the cream. It’s sweetheart dessert time! Happy Valentine’s Day! © Kelly McBride Loft