V is for Vegan Valentine’s Day: 50 Delicious Recipes for Celebrating With Heart
From succulent soups to delectable desserts, here’s how to celebrate love with a delicious and compassionate home-cooked meal
The origin of Valentine’s Day is a little murky but is thought to have its beginning in two men named Valentine who were killed by the Roman emperor Claudius II Gothicus around 270 CE, but it has been celebrated as a romantic holiday in the form of cards to sweethearts since the 16th century and by mid-1800s, giving professionally-printed Valentines became a popular way to share a loving sentiment. Others believe that the original St. Valentine’s Day was an attempt by the church to turn the pagan fertility festival known as Lupercalia into something less risqué and more Christian.
Sexy historic footnotes aside, today we enjoy Valentine’s Day with loved ones and great food. Vegan food is a perfect match for the holiday because it’s beneficial to our physical hearts and is a great opportunity to extend our circle of compassion, showing love for others we share this planet with. Whether it’s celebrated with a romantic partner or showering yourself with the love you deserve, what could be more delicious than a vegan Valentine’s Day? Enjoy!
