When it comes to the art of l’amour, it’s best to follow the Europeans’ lead. This month let them set the mood for a culinary experience of the senses for two. For Italians, food and love go hand in hand. “That’s amore,” they say. At Cal Mare, with their special four-course Valentine’s Day menu, you’ll understand where the sentiment comes from. Each course, from the antipasti through the Dolci (Pistachio Bomboloni, anyone?) is curated with the Italian spirit in mind. Other options include Norah and Bacari W. 3rd. For a French foodie feel, find a meal at Tesse. From pate du chef to Camembert and beef tartare to crème brûlée, the French know how to pull on the heartstrings by speaking to your senses, namely taste. Whichever way you go, know that there’s a wine to set the atmosphere for your love affair and perfectly pair with the flavor profile you’re feeling.