Foodie Friday: For The Love Of Chocolate - 16 Melt Your Heart Recipes

I hope that you are all feeling loved on this Valentine's Day.  And speaking of love, there is hardly anything that I love more than chocolate! Well, except for my family, friends, lobster and champagne! I mean, chocolate solves almost all problems doesn't it?  So to feed my soul and yours, I give you 16 recipes that promise to 
Melt Your Heart!

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Chocolate Shortbread Cake

Pretty as a picture, this cake is all about crisp cookies.

My Recipes

S’mores Cake 

Chocolate + Malt + Marshmallows

Yum!

Bon Appetit

Chocolate-Glazed Chocolate Tart
The glaze resembles patent leather. Oh how chic!
Gourmet

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Hi Hat Cupcakes 

(Gluten Free)

These look as if they are fun to make, as well!

Zsa Zsa Bellagio

Chocolate Decadent Bites Recipe

Adapted from Carla Hall's Recipe.

Perfect when you only want a bite.

Oprah.com

Red Velvet Mini Cakes

Such pretty little cakes are decorated with 

edible gold buttons.

Sprinkle Bakes

Chocolate Panna Cotta With Port Wine Pomegranate Sauce
A seriously sophisticated dessert!
Bakers Royale

Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Pistachio Cookies 
with Apricot and Surprise
Filled with chocolate chips, apricots and toasted pistachios, these cookies are just right with a glass of cold milk.
Melangery

Chocolate Crepes With Almond Whipped Cream

And Red Wine Chocolate

These just might be a reason to have chocolate for breakfast!

The Old Hen Bed and Breakfast

Salted Caramel Filled Molten Chocolate Cakes

You will love the step by step with pictures directions

Top With Cinnamon

Best Ever Hot Chocolate French Toast
I want this now! Who cares that it is 9:00 P.M.?
Half Baked Harvest

Chocolate Truffle Tarts
These little gift bundles would never make it out of my kitchen!
Simply Delicious

Devil's Food Cake with Hazelnut Crunch
This truly sounds killer with ingredients like espresso and Nutella, how could it not be good?
Bon Appetit

Chocolate Truffles
See a video as to how to make these pretty gooey little things
Solid Recipes

Peanut Butter Pie Fudge
There is hardly anything that I like better than fudge - except maybe peanut butter fudge. Dear God!
Cooking Channel TV

Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Filled Flourless Chocolate Roulade 
with Salted Caramel Ganache Glaze
Frangelico, Heath bars, Salted Caramel sauce - Oh my!
My Invisible Crown

"There are four basic food groups: milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, and chocolate truffles. "

Author Unknown
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Rethink Pink! 13 Ways To Wear Pink

(Via We Heart It)

I have always felt pretty in pink. How about you? It's the color for baby girls, sweet things, and soft flowers in the garden.  But never before has it been THE color of NOW. Oh yes, Radiant Orchid is the Pantone Color Of

The Year, but pink is the hot hue of the year.  According to Ken Downing, Neiman Marcus Fashion Director: 

(Via Neiman's The Blog)

“What I love this season is the idea of pale blush pink with a shocking pink shoe or vice versa. I love that mix of taking something super pale and super soft and making it super bold,” said Downing. Every shade of pink from  blush to fuchsia is dominating clothing, jewelry, makeup and accessories."

The Nars Final Cut Collection
Perhaps the easiest way to where the color of now!
Exclusively sold at
Nordstrom's

Catherine Malandrino Favorites Jumpsuit
Silk and sexy, wear this on a sunny day or a sultry evening.
Cusp

Emilio Pucci Silk Shawl
A small nod to pink makes a big statement
Style Bop

Kate Spade Angelique Sunglasses
See the world thru rose colored glasses!
Nordstrom's

Wolford Bilbao Dress
Slim, sexy, stretchy. Available in many colors
Wolford Boutique

ROLAND MOURET
Lace & Crepe Jacket in Fluorescent Pink & White
Forward By Elyse Walker

Stella McCartney Aubine Dress
Oh what fun!
Far Fetch

Fendi Inside Out Stripe Top And Pants

Blush. Jersey. Chic and comfy.

Barney's New York

Thakoon Sleeveless Printed Sheath
Airy and feminine.

Shop Bop

Klear Klutch Large Transparent Clutch Bag with Pink Leather Pouch

Clearly chic at

ASOS

Mary Katrantzou Silk Jersey Dress
Mix pink with a print and you really are on trend.
Nordstrom's

Alice + Olivia Addison Bow Jacket
My favorite way to wear pink - paired with black.
Shop Bop

Sophia Webster's Leilou Mixed-Print Sandal
In love!
Neiman Marcus

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Wedding Wednesday: Love Is In The Air

(Via Pinterest)

Yes, with Valentine's Day just two days away, love is in the air. So I thought a little wedding inspiration was in order.  Whether you are planning your wedding, dreaming of your wedding, or just a romantic at heart - I hope that you enjoy this trip down the aisle via the Internet.

Fashion Your Moment

Monique Lhuillier

Halle Long Sleeve Sheath Gown

With long sheer sleeves, this vintage inspired designer gown pairs demure style with daring details.  Love a long sleeve! See a video of the gown at

Shop Bop

Tropical Flower Hair Clip

No veil? No problem. This look is simple and special.

Nordstrom's

Watters Corina Corset 

And Ball Gown Skirt

How ethereal!

Nordstrom's

Joan Calabrese For Mon Cheri

Flower Girl Dress

Nordstrom's

Rosa Clara

The collection at Nordstrom's is stunning. Does anyone else agree that a bridal gown is much more elegant with sleeves?
Nordstrom's

Karla Spetic
Box Pleat A Line Dress
Your bridesmaids may not paying the relatively high price for this little number, since it is oh so wearable in the future.
Shop Bop

Vera Wang
Beyond high style. Love the pairing of ivory with black!
Nordstrom's

Add a pop of color with your bridal shoes
Nordstrom's has great choices

Lanvin Duchesse-Satin Gown
So elegant in a soft shade of silver.

Net-a-Porter

Isaac Mizrahi New York
Faille Satin Fit and Flare Dress
Love a bridesmaid in ivory!
Nordstrom's

Coast Aurora Maxi Dress
Love the elegant shape of this dress. Very stylish!
ASOS

Moxie and Mabel Bronte Dress
For Flower Girls or guests
Everything But The Princess

Nicole Miller Lily Gown
This gown is almost prettier from the back.  Moonstone mesh and hand beading create a dramatic yet feminine look.
Nicole Miller

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Body Strass Jeweled Pumps
A little sparkle and a pop of red (sole)
Barney's New York

Anne Barge Waverly Gown
Ultra sleek and thoroughly modern.
Nordstrom's

Floral Back Halo
Perfect for a beach wedding!
Free People

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I'll leave you with a very inspirational video. I have shared it before - a year ago- but it still gets to my heart like no other.  The song makes me cry each time that I play it.  Enjoy

Lou and Sarah 
As seen on 
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Quicker Than Cupid: Last Minute Valentine's Gifts

I cannot state this strongly enough. You simply cannot forget your love on Valentine's Day.
Even a love note will do. If you are still looking for inspiration....

Here: Eight Last Minute Ideas
That Will Get There On Time

Rebecca Minkoff New York Travel Pouch
What girl doesn't love New York?
Nordstrom's

Free Two-Day Shipping for Valentine’s Day:
Order by 3pm Eastern on February 12
Simply add an item to your Shopping Bag and select Two-Day Shipping, then enter promo code LOVE in Checkout.

Burberry Sport Watch
Bloomingdale's

P.S. If you want to make sure you have this
terrific timepiece on time, buy on line and pick
it up in the store near you.

Jonathan Adler Muse Vase
Red roses or any flowers are better when
sealed with a kiss!
Shop Bop

Libratone
'ZIPP - Soul Collection' Take Along Wireless Speaker with Interchangeable Covers
Give the sound of music!
Nordstrom's

Free Two-Day Shipping for Valentine’s Day:
Order by 3pm Eastern on February 12
Simply add an item to your Shopping Bag and select Two-Day Shipping, then enter promo code LOVE in Checkout.

Solange Azagury-Partridge 
Stoned Eau de Parfum
Hands down, the best looking Perfume Bottle
for Valentine's Day. She'll fall stone cold in love!
Beauty Habit

Get Free Two Day Shipping With Your $100 Order.
Place your order by Wednesday 2PM EST.  Select Standard
Ground USA Shipping, and You Will Be Upgraded!
Code: HONEYSHIP

Constellation Chocolate Connection
Chocolates created by 25 of the world's greatest chefs.
A fabulous gift for a foodie!
Read about them at
If Only

The Love Note Necklace
The perfect package. This gift says it all.
FAB

Estimated Arrival: Friday, Feb. 14 to 60611, USA
Want it delivered Wednesday, February 12? 
Order it in the next 4 hrs and 45 mins, 
and choose Fastest delivery at checkout. (U.S. only)

Experience Gift Certificate
For The Time Of His life!
Rev his engines with an experience of a lifetime.
can't decide what to give?  Let him pick his own
with a gift certificate from $50 up.  Gifts for
couples and women, too!
Cloud Nine Living

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