Katia Trudeau Photography

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and I’m sure there are many ‘hopeless romantics’  who still wonder what to do for their sweetie pie, honey, monkey, and [insert 'pet' name here]. Well, this romantic picnic in the forest might take a little preparation, a trip to a good bakery, and many layers of clothing, but you won’t fail to impress!  The truth is, I’m not the biggest fan of Valentine’s day as it stands nowadays. The constant advertisement of jewellery and flowers, the pressure to do something ‘special’ just because it is Valentine’s day – the expectations and disappointments are definitely not my thing. However, letting the other person know what they mean to you, and making them feel appreciated and loved, is worth a lot more than anything money can buy. And if it takes a little effort, lots of sugar and hot chocolate, mixed with some candles and love poems, then why not?

All the baked goods for our romantic day in the forest were from Butter Avenue. The ever so lovely Tina also made these incredible heart shaped macarons for this Valentine’s, and I’ll be treating myself to a box of those, but perhaps not in the forest.

Hot chocolate with marshmallows!

Red Dogwood for a centerpiece.

Loved that chandelier! It made everything so magical.