10 Easy Latin Valentine's Day Recipes to Impress Your 'Pareja'

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Jan 13, 2016 06:35 AM EST

There is no other place a couple would want to be in than to share delicious foods, a few drinks and a fun conversation during Valentine's Day. It is a day in a year when people have the chance to spend a wonderful time with someone they love in the spirit of St. Valentine, and there is no other way to celebrate the occasion but to share a scrumptious dinner together.

If you plan to earn a good impression from your date on Valentine's Day, there is no other way to do it but to prepare a dish that would start a good story for the whole night. Here are some of the dishes anyone may consider to make him or her happy.

Chef Carmen Gonzales's Churros with Warm Chocolate Sauce

Churros are always a treat no matter what the occasion is but, on Valentine's Day, it sets up the mood of the night.

Aarón Sanchez's Tamarind tomatillo lamb shanks

Any recipe that came from Chef Sanchez is always perfect for Valentine's Day. Check out the recipe here.

Hot Tamale Pie

It is a very delicious dish that anybody can make at home.

Tamarind tomatillo lamb shanks

This is the best food to prepare before you say anything to your date, but be careful because you may leave them speechless. "Flavor is how you make the most lasting impression," according to Chef Aarón Sanchez through a report by NBC Latino.

Lover's Beef Burgundy Filet

With the right preparation, this dish brings out the lover in anybody. A lot of people said that you only prepare this food for someone you love and there is no other time to cook it but on Valentine's Day. You can click on the link for the recipe.

Stuffed Leg of Lamb with Balsamic-Fig-Basil Sauce

This is another food that would leave your date all smiles the whole night. This is also the easiest way you can dress up a lamb roast for any special occasion.

The Heartbreaker

It is a cocktail drink that revives the mood during the occasion.

Lovestruck

The name says it all. This is another drink that would be a good companion for lovers during Valentine's Day. You can check on the recipe here.

Eating Well's Mussels South of Two Borders

A delicious seafood dish that is quite easy to make.

Ultimate Frozen Strawberry Margarita

This is a perfect drink before you decide what to do after dinner. This will certainly leave a good impression on your date.

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