Valentine's day was a couple of weeks ago-- and as I was still in France at that time, there wasn't much of a romantic celebration with my love, BUT there was a lot of fun times with people that I do love. I was afraid of being kind of depressed that night because I wouldn't have any plans, so I organized a dinner in my basement. It was really fun, and the girls who decided to participate (read everyone except Jana, Martine, and Silvina- who are really just too cool for school) made some really delicious food! The only requirement was that it had to be red, white, pink or heart shaped-- which was a little more difficult than I had imagined! I made the most delicious baked brie-- with honeyed almonds and sugared strawberries! It was such a hit-- which is funny because everyone looked a little askance at it before they tasted it!