Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular days of the year for marriage proposals, and although many proposals today are extravagant, planned with military precision and filmed for all the world to see on YouTube, I’m still a fan of the quiet, intimate “just the two of us” proposal. I recently came across this super-sweet idea from Matthew David Hopkins, Creative Director of New York City-based Matthew David Celebrations. Inspired by sweetheart candies, Matthew suggests simply writing some endearing love notes on paper hearts with chalk and placing them on a romantic table setting. Include a “Marry Me?” heart right in the center of the table. The fun part is in wondering how long it will take before the “Marry Me?” heart is spotted!
And if you’re just planning a romantic dinner at home this Valentine’s Day, Matthew suggests creating an indoor picnic spread to combine the laid-back feel of outdoor entertaining with the glamour of indoor dining. Add a few personal touches (candlelight, flowers, china and glassware, music) and voila! — a most romantic Valentine’s Day dinner to remember.
—Diane Forden
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