Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, connection and creating beautiful loving memories with your special someone. There are unlimited fancy and low-key ways to celebrate the day together of which fancy dine out at a fancy restaurant is something that most people choose to do as a grand gesture of love. Somehow, we always recommend a cozy, romantic, at home celebration with candle lights, delicious spread of pizza and wine, romantic music and lots of lights and decor makes a perfect, personal valentine’s day dinner plan.
Planning a cozy, intimate, well-planned home dinner date sounds more of a magical plan than making reservations at expensive, crowded restaurants weeks in advance and having a dinner date around a noisy group of people. This guide will help you plan the perfect Valentine’s date for your loved one, if you are a foodie couple and are looking to have a stress-free yet indulgent and intimate and memorable celebration at home.
Manny & Olga’s top quality pizzas and wings are known for their incredible taste and are freshly made to offer you the perfect choice to organise your dream date night. Read through the blog and we’ll help you unlock the ultimate pizza and wine pairing guide for your intimate Valentine’s Day!
Why Pizza & Wine Make a Perfect Pair
Pizza and Wine have been an unbeatable pairing for most house parties for the longest time and there is no better choice than them for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner date as well. It creates an ultimate combination of comfort and indulgence for creating a delicious and cozy dining date experience.
- The comfort and versatility of Pizza:
Loved by Everyone: Pizza fancies all taste buds and is a perfect go-to party food that everyone loves and relishes, making it the perfect choice of food.
Variety: From classic options like margherita to gourmet options like chicken and mushroom, pizza offers a wide variety of options to choose from.
Customisable options: Pizza offers a personalised feast by allowing us to choose the toppings of our choice.
Intimate and hassle-free experience: Pizzas are shareable which makes them an enjoyable romantic dining menu option and Manny & Olga’s quality and tasty pizzas delivered to your doorstep makes them a hassle-free option.
- How Wine Enhances the Experience:
Adds a romantic touch: Wine has been celebrated as an elegant, luxurious and intimate drink all over the world for centuries now. Wine helps create a cozy, relaxed and comfortable environment and hence, there’s definitely no better choice than wine to make your valentine’s day extra special.
Boosts Flavors: Wine and cheese are almost always eaten together because wine balances the acidity and perfectly complements the cheese and toppings on the pizza. It helps in not only enhancing the pizza’s richness but also your evening’s luxurious experience too.
Perfect pairing options: Choosing the right pairing wine makes all the difference- reds like Cabernet Sauvignon balance out bold flavors and chardonnay adds a crisp contrast to your taste buds.
The Perfect Pizza & Wine Pairings for Valentine’s Day
A cozy valentine’s day dinner can go from simple to extraordinary with just a simple task of pairing the right wine with your favourite pizza. Creating a harmonious experience is just a few steps away- balancing flavors by matching the acidity, richness and textures of both, the pizza and the wine. Listed are four incredible pairing options to elevate your date night:
- Classic Margherita Pizza + Pinot Noir:
Pinot Noir is light and fruity-acidic while Margherita Pizza contains tomato, basil and mozzarella, both forming a complementary pair and a classic option for a date night.
The bright red berry notes in the wine boost the flavors of the tomato sauce, basil pairs well with the earthy undertones of the wine and the light texture and smooth tannins in the wine complement well with the soft flavors of the pizza making it a perfectly matched pair.
For a pro tip- choose to go for a cool temperature Pinot Noir for a more refreshing experience. - Pepperoni Pizza + Syrah or Zinfandel:
Syrah or Zinfandel both are full-bodied red wines which handle the bold, spicy and salty profile that pepperoni has.
Spices in pepperoni are complemented by the dark fruit flavors and peppery notes of Syrah, and the
fatty and savoury elements of pepperoni pizza are balanced out by Zinfandel’s jammy richness.
Both the wines have strong tannins and medium amount of acidity that rise beyond the rich flavors of the cheese.
For a pro tip- slightly chill zinfandel to elevate the pairing experience.
- Veggie Lover’s Pizza + Sauvignon Blanc:
Sauvignon Blanc has a zesty, herb-like flavor which pairs well with the fresh vegetables topped on a veggie pizza.
The wine has a high acidic nature which balances out with the freshness of tangy toppings like bell peppers, mushrooms and onions.
It’s a light bodied wine which keeps the pairing more refreshing than overpowering and the citrusy notes in the wine make it a flavor bomb when paired with the pizza.
For a pro tip- Use New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc for an added extra burst of tropical fruit flavors to the pairing.
- White Pizza + Chardonnay:
Chardonnay has a buttery, oaky richness which pairs flawlessly with the creamy cheese-based texture and taste of white pizza.
The silky wine texture balances the texture of ricotta, mozzarella or alfredo sauce and
pizza’s creamy and garlicky flavour is enhanced by the wine’s toasted oak notes.
This pairing is balanced in terms of acidity and it makes for a perfect light dinner option.
For a pro tip- Go for California Chardonnay for a bold experience or French Chanlis for a lighter dining experience.
We recommend these well researched and well balanced perfect pairings for your Valentine’s day dinner at home to make for a delightful and romantic experience.
Tips for a Romantic At-Home Valentine’s Setup
Valentine’s Day dine in always calls for a cozy, personalized, romantic mood and set-up to create a memorable experience and that can be done by keeping a few key aspects in mind like- creating a cozy ambience, creating a perfect food presentation and adding a few thoughtful elements here and there- your personalised date night is ready! Read through to learn more:
- Create a Cozy Ambience:
Use dim lighting like fairy lights, candles or a fireplace to create soft lighting and warm glow for a soft, cozy ambience.
Set up a romantic playlist that includes your favourite couple’s songs and other acoustic love songs.
Decorate your space with your favourite flowers, themed decor and cozy blankets to make the experience for intimate and special - Perfect your presentation:
Takeout boxes may spoil the theme of the date, so plating your Manny & Olga’s pizza in an elegant looking crockery set helps make the setup look more festive and special.
Use wine glasses to serve the wine in and help it enhance the look, feel and taste of the wine.
Add a few romantic touches here and there like folding the napkins into cute shapes or using personalized and printed decorative plates or cut the pizza into bite sized pieces to feed each other and create a moment. - Add Thoughtful Extras:
Write personalised love notes for each other with shared memories, affirmative and appreciative words and express gratitude towards each other through these notes.
Post dinner activities like playing a fun game, a romantic walk to a stargazing point or watching a romantic movie together will make all the difference and make your evening an unforgettable one.
End your night with a DIY and personalized dessert activity involving heart-shaped cookies or cupcakes and have your loved one decorate the frosting for you.
Why Manny & Olga’s Is the Go-To for Your Valentine’s Pizza
Manny & Olga’s Pizza makes for the perfect choice when it comes to a wine pairing idea for your valentine’s day dinner date. We have a pizza that suits every taste, offer high quality food and provide for a reliable delivery experience to make your date night a memorable and hassle-free experience. Here’s why our pizza is the perfect choice for you:
- Variety that suits all taste buds: Manny & Olga’s offers a wide range of pizzas that can be customised according to your choice of cheese and toppings.
- High Quality food options: Our pizzas are made from fresh and trusted quality ingredients which enhance the flavour and richness of the pizza’s flavors which us a competitive choice for pizza in your area.
- Hassle-free ordering and reliable delivery: Our easy online delivery option and fast and reliable delivery method is most renowned which makes your thoughtful, delicious and perfect Valentine’s day meal, just a few minutes away.
Browse Manny & Olga’s menu page and order your favourite Valentine’s Day meal away!
Conclusion
Crowded, noisy, difficult to reserve restaurants are now out of the book for your Valentine’s day dinner as you embrace a cozy, intimate night in with your special someone! The perfect ambience, a delicious pizza, some perfect wine and some fun and personalized decor and post-dinner activities are all you need to create beautiful memories this Valentine’s day! Express love the right way- pair the right pizza with the right wine, like some White Pizza with Chardonnay, and create a magical evening. Let Manny & Olga’s take over your needs for an effortless evening with fresh, flavorful and conveniently delivered pizzas brought to your door-step, mankind your night hassle-free and memorable!