Image via WikipediaValentine’s Day: Celebration of love, or calculated plot to destroy romance?
Think about it: There’s nothing more romantic than a spontaneous outpouring of love. But that’s one thing you can’t have on V-day, when we’re all supposed to move in lockstep formation down to the jewelry/flower/stationery store. How about cozying up over an intimate dinner for two? Fugghedaboutit: Every restaurant in town is packed to the gills and about as romantic as the mosh pit at a Green Day concert. And what about being fit, healthy, and ready for lovin’? Good-bye, sexy body: There’s nothing like an enormous cardboard heart filled with carbohydrates to ruin the way your belly looks, and feels.
When it comes to chocolate disaster, temptation is everywhere. From the coworker who sets out a community bowl, to the aisles lined with sweets at your local grocery store, there’s no love for your waistline.
But I have good news: If you know what to look for and can exercise a little self-discipline, indulging your sweet tooth isn’t nearly as sinful as you might think. That’s why I’ve dedicated this post to arming you with the knowledge you need to enjoy a romantic evening, compliments of the new Eat This, Not That! and Cook This, Not That! books. Here's how to embrace the sweet (and still guilt-free) side of life:
Not That!
Ghirardelli Milk & Caramel Chocolate Squares (1 square)
Eat This Instead!
Ghirardelli Intense Dark Twilight Delight Squares, 72% Cacao (1 square)
Not That!
Russell Stover Milk Chocolate Almond Delights (1 piece)
Eat This Instead!
Milk Chocolate Chocolate Whips (1 piece)
Not That!
Lindor Mini Milk Chocolate Hearts (1 heart)
Eat This Instead!
Lindt Excellence Dark Chocolate Bar w/ a Touch of Sea Salt (1 square)
Not That!
Fannie May Cappuccino Truffle (1 piece)
Eat This Instead!
Chocolate-Covered Citrus Peel (1 piece)
Not That!
Hershey’s King Size Valentine Marshmallow Heart (1 heart)
Eat This Instead!
Hershey’s Special Dark Chocolate Kisses (3 pieces)
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