Valentine’s Day dinner guide for him and her

Not all foods are created equal.

Some foods appeal to the male senses and some appeal more to women. Obviously this is made evident by the different feelings that men and women have about something as simple as salad.

The same is true when it comes to Valentine’s Day food. Men and women most likely have very different ideas when it comes to the perfect meal. Depending on who is trying to impress who, consider these strategies and meal ideas.

To impress her:

Gentlemen, eat before you take her out to dinner. It works for three reasons:

1- You will appear to be attentive and pleasant (because you are already full).

2- She can truly pick where she wants to eat (prepare for sushi).

3- You won’t go home starving (a first).

Try these meal ideas to really impress the lady:

Breakfast Lovers:

The Crepery: Under $10 for one

Try the Pepe Le Pesto (pesto, parmesan cheese, smoked turkey, roasted red peppers) for dinner then move on to the Nutie Fruity (Nutella, strawberry or banana) for dessert.

The Waffle Iron: $7.50 for one

The Mountain Man for him and the Go Green for her with the Chocolate Truffle to split for dessert.

Herm’s Inn: $4-$10 for one

EVERYTHING. Just get there before they close at 2 p.m.

Sushi Lovers:

The Black Pearl: $4-$14 for one

Spice things up with the Sweet Heart Maki roll or keep it cool with the Sunset or the California.

Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar: $5-$55

Everything from fried seaweed to gourmet lobster dishes. Sushi rolls are 30-50% off.

Italian Lovers:

Le Nonne: $5-$23 for one

An authentic Tuscan cuisine restaurant with live music. Complete with gnocchi and ravioli.

Olive Garden: $12.99 and up for one

Pick three of 10 options with the Create Your Own Tour of Italy plate.

To impress him:

Ladies, don’t eat all day. It will help when you go to dinner with your man. Here’s why:

1- You will appear calm and peaceful (really you’re just faint, but he won’t notice that).

2- He can pick where he wants to eat (most likely somewhere that serves a TON of food).

3- You’ll be starving so it will be easy to actually eat your entire meal (he’ll be so pleased).

Try these Valentine’s specials to impress the gentleman:

Meat lovers:

Texas Roadhouse: $42.99 for two

Cactus blossom appetizer, prime rib and a shrimp sidekick.

The Elements Restaurant: $42.50 for two

Dinner salad, potatoes, New York steak, dessert and a drink.

Logan Steakhouse: $9-$42 for one

They have the meat if you have the money.

Pizza Lovers:

Firehouse Pizzeria: $175.00 for two

A helicopter flight around Cache Valley and a free gift card to Firehouse Pizzeria.

Jack’s Wood Fired Oven: $13 for two

The Chuckwagon pizza is a good choice made with BBQ sauce, smoked pulled pork, fresh pineapple and pickled jalapenos.

Hamburger Lovers:

Morty’s Café: $7.50 for one

Try any of their specialty burgers. The Iconic is the most popular. The Hawaiian is the favorite.

Center Street Grill: $8.29 for one

Try any of their eleven burger choices. Each comes with fries, salad or chips. The BBQ Bacon Ranch Burger is sure to please.

— Ellie Dalton is studying agricultural communications and journalism, but is planning to attend culinary arts school in the near future. She LOVES good food.