The 'marry me' menu for two

A leap year (and February 29) comes round every four years and, according to tradition, 29 February gives women the chance to propose - because we do, of course, need permission! Whether you're proposing or not, impress your partner with Good Housekeeping's romantic menu for two. Click on the recipe names for printable instructions...

Melt my heart Camembert

Turn up the heat lobster thermidor

Love-All-the-Thyme chips

Luscious lemon passion pots

Chocolate-dipped strawberries

Rosy glow cocktails (pictured)
If you have time, start by making some special ice cubes. Fill an ice cube tray with water, then drop in some tiny fresh or dried rosebuds or some bright pink rose petals. Freeze until solid. Fill two tall glasses with the special rose or plain ice cubes, then add ¼tsp rose water to each glass. Half-fill the glasses with pomegranate juice, then top up with sparkling white or rosé wine and enjoy.

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