Eat, drink and be romantic: Drinks and dishes crammed with 'love'

They say the way to a loved-ones heart is through their stomach and these delectable drinks, snacks, meals and dessert will prove just how true this saying can be.

: Because nothing says, “Good morning, I love you!” like heart-shaped eggs, right?

: The clever folk at Sweet and Simple Living know how to put together a romantic breakfast. Check out their instructions for creating a suitably love-themed pancake breakfast.

: If your loved one prefers something a little healthier, why not add a little pizazz to their lunch bag or fill a bowl full of them and leave them on the dining table? Image: C. Mariani

: Yumbo! Home-made sweetheart cherry pies. Image: HomeMadeFoodRecipes.com

: The perfect Valentine’s Day snack? It’s freshly cut tomato, basil leaves and thick, heart-shaped pieces of bocconcini arranged with lots of love!

: These red velvet chocolate swirl brownies are works of culinary art! Image: Averie Cooks

: Christine from Three Pixie Lane put together this adorable Valentine’s Day lunch hamper for her son!

: A great idea for turning a traditional sponge cake into something slightly more romantic, is to cut it into a heart shape and fill it to the brim with lashings of cream, chunks of strawberries and lots and lots of jam.

: You can’t beat some delicious seafood to add an air of romance. These plump, beer battered coconut shrimps will whisk you off to a tropical island paradise from the very first bite. Image/recipe: Babble

: This delectable, deep red, spiced pomegranate cocktail from HonestlyYummy is laced with vanilla cardamon syrup and will certainly add a memorable kick to your romantic dinner for two.

: Lovers throughout the centuries have supped on oysters, which are said to be the ultimate aphrodisiac. You can even pop them under the grill for a super fast but still super special hors d’oeuvre. Image: Bon Appetit

: Deliciously light, this poached chicken pasta is filled with greens such as peas, asparagus and avacado. It’s not so heavy you won’t be able to fit in dessert! Australian Good Taste, recipe by Michelle Southan

: Moutherwateringly delcious and rather spectacular to look at, too, these Thyme braised short ribs make for a succulent and hearty dinner. Imagine dining on this with your loved one by a roaring fire?

: A dangerously seductive mix of dark chocolate and coffee, these espresso pots de creme are pure elegance and oh-so smooth. Image: Karen’s Kitchen Stories

: The folks at With Raw Intentions LOVE to do fun things with raw fruit and vegetables, so if your guy or gal likes things pure and simple, this fruity arrangement will be sure to capture their heart!