Saturday Sweets From Shop This

All you need is love, but his or her favorite sweet, goes a long way, too. "Mr. Shop This " has already put in his request for my Mom's Italian Cream cake baked in his mom's heart shaped pans. Done. Any one of these fabulous recipes will certainly please your sweetie! Apologies for the lack of posts, but "Miss Shop This" made a surprise appearance this week. Lucky me! 

Chocolate Espresso Heart Cake

Another use for that heart shape pan of mine! Chocolatey goodness with the prettiest pink frosting. The edible flowers add the finishing touch. Now if I could only get the frosting that smooth...

Williams Sonoma

Chocolate Soufflé

Here's the best recipe for one of my favorite desserts. I just think it has a certain sex appeal, especially if you douse it with a little liquor like Grand Mariner. Beginners will love the details.

Sally's Baking Addiction

Champagne Truffles

This recipe will make you want to bust out the bubbly. In fact, it is a must do. These terrific truffles will make anyone feel extra special.

Sugar Hero

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

These beauties look so good! They are said to be super easy. I do a brownie with a cream cheese swirl, and it is yummy. 

Broma Bakery

Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Cookies

I remember having chocolate covered marshmallow cookies as a kid. They weren't half as pretty as these. The recipe calls for rice and almond flour. Very impressive. 

Bon Appetit

Chocolate Heart Meringue Cups with Whipped Cream and Berries

Could anything be more festive? The meringue makes this a very light but lovely dessert. Just make sure you have plenty of time. The meringue takes two hours to bake.

A Beautiful Plate

Raspberry and Pistachio Semifreddo

How I miss this dish at Chicago's Spiaggia (now gone). It's creamy but frozen. Very special and not difficult to make.

Country Living

Red Velvet Crêpes with Chocolate Whipped Cream

I have a crepe maker and never use it! What's wrong with me? This recipe will be made some day.

Tastes Of Lizzy T

Wine-Poached Pears with Cannabis Rum Cream 

Surprise your sweetheart, with a little something EXTRA for dessert.  

Isn't this fun?

Cannabis Kitchen Cookbook

Strawberry Nutella French Toast Roll Ups

Serve these for breakfast, brunch or dinner. They whip up in 15 minutes, and are just so cute!

Recipe Tin Eats

Red Wine Chocolate Latte

Chocolate and red wine are a delicious duo. It really is a mug of love.

How Sweet Eats

Romantic Chocolate Raspberry Pancakes

And yes, this is my idea of romance. It just wouldn't be right, if they weren't served in bed. That's where the romance comes in. Just Yum!

Skinny Ms

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Celebrate Love & Luck In Red

 

Today we are celebrating love and luck. It is the Year of the Tiger and Valentine's Day is less than 2 weeks away. Not that I have anything against tiger print, but I prefer lucky red.  These pretty picks are sure to bring you good fortune, prosperity, and  luck in love! 

Draped Chiffon Cocktail Dress

The sweetest sweetheart neckline adds to the look of this chic cocktail dress. It's expensive (very) and looks like it.

Oscar De La Renta

Blank NYC Faux Suede Blazer
I personally own one of their blazers, and love it. Mine is faux leather, and you just wouldn't know that it is not real. The double breasted style here is so good, and a little retro.

Anthropologie

Alessi Plisse Electric Tea Kettle

They say that every kitchen should have a touch of red. This kettle makes a red hot statement. Also available in white and black.

2 Modern

Free People Activewear

Make every day a red letter day with the Free People Movement collection. Red is ready for action but they come in 13 other colors.
Free People

Goa Cutipol Cutlery

Having a Lunar New Year dinner? Set the table with these. Love the red and gold but they also offer 13 other color combinations.
Amara

Sleeper Party Pajamas Set

So fun, you will be tempted to wear them out. Perfect for Date Night In, or Dim Sum.

Saks or Coggles

Haden Dorset 4-Slice Toaster

Tis retro inspired toaster will add a big dose of color and charm to the kitchen. It comes with every bell and whistle that you can imagine.

Crate and Barrel

Lunar New Year Le Rouge Deep Velvet 

Givenchy makes a beautiful lip product. The matte finish creates the prettiest pout, and the tube is terrific.

Neiman Marcus

Lizza Chiffon Halter Gown
Back in the day, I would be all over this gown. Love the look. 

Halston

Rockstud Leather Envelope Pouch

In Chinese culture, during the Lunar New Year Celebration, friends and family give each other cash gifts in red envelopes. My favorite kind of envelope is studded like this!

Nordstrom

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Tokens Of Love: Valentine's Gifts $75 and Under

 

Money can't buy you love, but for under $75 (and most under $50) you can delight the loves of your life with sugar, spice, and all things nice. Think strawberry butter and popovers, sparkly earbuds, and date nights in. Celebrate with 17 ways to say 

"I love You!"

UGG Pom Pom Fleece Lined Socks

How does that go? Warm heart cold feet? Or is it Cold Feet warm heart? Whatever. She will just love these warm fuzzies.

 Ugg

Wild Olive Heart Plates

Anyone with a heart and a kitchen will love this wooden wonder. It's been handmade with love by artisans in Kenya.

Anthropologie

Rose Above It Pearlescent CBD Bath Soak

This CBD Bath Soak will melt away all of their worries, while leaving the skin soft and supple. It's made with natural products and without chemicals. Extra bonus, is the color of the water, from beetroot. I would love this.

Revolve

Super Hero Set

Handmade with love. This Etsy shop is just adorable. Don't worry, there are super hero sets for boys, too. But who cares what color? It's the power that they will love.

Lovelane 

Neiman Marcus Popovers with Strawberry Butter

Send this sweet surprise to almost anyone. But those who have fond memories of Zodiac room lunches, will especially love them. These pretty popovers are served with every entree. The strawberry butter, takes it to another level!

Neiman Marcus

The Dough Project

Dough Much Love Bundle

One of the all time best toys - play dough. 3 jars of fresh, plant-based playdough, a box of their"Make Your Own Playdough" mix and a rolling pin for unlimited play! " It's non toxic, too!

Maisonette

Valentine's Day Dog Sweaters

Give your fur babies some love, and keep them warm, too. So adorable and can be personalized.

Mark and Graham

Lover Boy Kids Tee

Any little guy could make a bundle selling kisses while wearing this terrific tee. Available from 6 months - Kids medium.
Etsy

Belgian Ruby Chocolate Bar Set
For the chocolate lover in your life. I have gifted these beautiful bars several times. They are made from pink chocolate and are just the prettiest.

Bergdorf Goodman

Organic Cotton Sateen PJ

Sweet dreams will be hers in these haute heart pajamas. The perfect gift and on sale now.

PB Teen

Healthy Ceramic Nonstick Fondue Set

Celebrate food, flavor, and family! It's pretty in pink but also available in red, black, and aqua.

Green Pan

Cotton Broadcloth Boxers
These top drawer essentials have been crafted in pure cotton. One of my best friends swore by Brooks Brothers for his own boxers. Super nice.

Brooks Brothers

Mini Floral Botanical Heart Bath Bombs, Set of 6

This girl loves her tub time and so does "Mr. Shop This." At only $14, buy them by the dozen. These botanical beauties are without chemicals.

Terrain

Some Like It Hot Puzzle

Give this to your favorite couple. They will have to put their screens away, and concentrate on each other and this 1,000 piece puzzle. Go ahead, and spice up their life.

Design Milk

Kids' Iridescent True Wireless Stereo Earbuds
Watch their eyes sparkle to the sound of music! I think I want these. Recommended for kids 10+

Neiman Marcus

Date Night In Valentine's Day Set

Shhhh! This sweet and sassy set is for consenting adults. I think it is great fun. 

Uncommon Goods

Mrs. Prindable's 9pc Pink Lady Caramel Apples

One of my favorite family gifts to give. My wonderful dental office received a dozen of them at Christmas. No one does caramel apples better. These ship for free and are less than $40.

QVC

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