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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1969-02-13, Page 16J 1 A+ 4 A ,00 ERI) ,'H SIGNAL -STAR, TH1RSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1969 !NTINE'S DAY Vale» Ire's Day, February 4 has been a festival of rOm*nCe since the days of Apeient Rome; when Juno and # were ;.feed. After the conning of Christianity, the holiday was named in honor of Bishop Valentine, of Italy, who used to give , flowers from his garden- to the young l'ouples who visited "herefore, Valentine's becarne a time hearts -and -flowers, sentimentality. him., Day for all-out • " For her Valentine's Day- reception the hostess- has chosen Tulips,to decorate her home before the arrival of the guests. But the mysterious smile on. her face indicates that she might have received them. from a distant lover or friend with the help of the -Florists' Transworld Delivery Association. '.Whichever, she fi happy to surprise her guests w+th,'such a floral decoration transforming her home. (Photo by Malak., Ottawa) r DIRE.0 ROMANCE • Tuaditionally, the popular way of saying "I love you" on this occasion has been the giving, of red roses, heart -shaped chocolate boxes, lacy greeting cards with overly -poetic verses. So, this year, why not break away front tradition and send a lovely ariaingemeht of tulips ‘.or any other of the Springtie flowers already available at all florist shops. And, although wives 'and future brides still believe in romance the women also think in a practical vein. However, HTD florists can solve this problem as, well as that of gift wrapping by combining' flowers with any particular gift,: a teapot', .a can opener, perfume, scissors,' etc., that could b com a momento for several yeaic s. On the other hand, St. 'Valentine's Day is not only for lovers, parents and good, old friends should, be thought of. And .if the beloved one happens to live in a distant city or a foreign country, your florist will be of particular help in sending the Spri ng flower -gift arrangement. -FLOWERS AND GAMES This festival of romance day is also the appropriate time to changee atmosphere in your ' home by enhancing it with "Spring in advance" flowers, such as tulips, • daffodils, and hyacinths in, all the rooms. It is also the very special day to throw a, party that your guests will "love". The theme, should be .both sophisticated and sentimental with old ban Cupid motifs and moods pacing the aenifig:"' Plan a few games: a 20 minute contest on Valentine making with white hard paper doilies', a supply of children's crayons, red ribbon and scotchtape: a variation of charades with "great lovers" themes. Whether +�.PB '"prepare • the now very' -popular, buffet or a classic "sit;in" dinner, choose a white linen tablecloth that you can, adorn with red hearts and cupid motifs„ or a garland of red and white tulips. Add prestige • with an attractive centerpiece: tall; large or small, depending on the table's dimensions. Especially for this day, serve heart -shaped foods and red and pink food to say "Be my Valentine": shrimps, lobster, ham, salami and other red delicatessen meats, heart tart shells filled as desired with pink or red food;., heart croustades; heart -shaped cake with fluffy white frosting decorated ' with red hearts an4 cupids. or red gum, drops; heartoshaped sandwiches with dam or tomato -white cheese fillin. – the pink- filling showing thr ugh heart -shaped. white bread. LI.,se'heart-shaped molds for aspic .07 red quit molded salads. Serve food ' on pretty lacy doilies garnished with ` hearts. Add carrot thin strips to celery sticks or fill these , sticks with creamy pink cheese - of ' white creamy cheese sprinkled with paprika. - , If you are serving a formal dinner, of course your menu can go as far as your budget and your culinary talents will permit. Then, of course, the formal dress .4 is also required. But for a fun intimate buffet style party; yvhy not -ask your 'guests to, get into costumes of great lovers such as Antony and Cleopatra, Romeo and Juliet, Robert and Elizabeth Browning, the Duke of Windsor and his Duchess, or more recent ones like Jackie Kennedy and her Greek multi=millionaire husband, Grace Kelly and Rainier, of ,Monaco, the Schumanns, the Curies, etc. Or, invite -married couples to come "just as they were dressed the night of the great proposal". It -is good for both fun and nostalgia. • One thing you. must not forget is to get everybody in the mood by choosing • in advance romantic music for,, your record player. 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