Valentine’s Day Dine In: The Perfect Date Night at Home
4th Feb 2026
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to spend time with those you love, and what better way to show it than with a delicious, home-cooked meal. This year, we’re inviting you to celebrate love in the most delicious way, with our Valentine’s Dine In. With expertly prepared dishes, restaurant-quality ingredients, and the option to pick-and-choose your starters, mains and desserts, we’ve provided everything you need for a truly special evening in.
The Joy of a Date Night In
A great Valentine’s meal is about the food, of course, but it’s also about setting the table, and creating a relaxed atmosphere in your home. One of the joys of cooking at home is that it allows you to slow down. Allows you to enjoy each course at your own pace, and spend time with friends, family and loved ones. Donald Russell’s Valentine’s offerings are designed with exactly that in mind, all the luxury without any stress. Dishes that feel special without demanding hours in the kitchen, which is why we’re featuring our delicious range of steaks, other red meats, and specially selected venison, alongside thoughtfully paired starters, sides and preprepared desserts.
The Valentine’s Dine In: Indulgence for Two
At the heart of this year’s celebration is our Valentine’s Day Dine In, a complete three-course experience for two, available for £50.
All expertly prepared, perfectly portioned for two, and chosen to complement one another, so you can create a beautifully balanced menu with ease.
Starters: A Perfect Beginning
Start the evening with something elegant and flavour-led, the kind of dish that sets the tone for what’s to come.
Included Starter Options
- Wild Atlantic Prawns - perfect served simply with a squeeze of lemon.
- Scottish Smoked Salmon - a timeless starter for a special night in.
Each starter is designed to be simple to serve, yet full of character, allowing you to focus on the moment, not the method.
Mains: A Centrepiece Worth Savouring
The main course is where the evening truly comes into its own. Rich, comforting and indulgent, these dishes are designed to be enjoyed slowly, glass in hand.
Included Mains:
- Traditional Chateaubriand - cut from the very heart of the fillet, Chateaubriand is prized for its exceptional tenderness and refined flavour, a truly romantic centrepiece made for sharing.
- Scottish Red Deer Loin Fillet - lean and tender, this Scottish Red Deer Loin Fillet offers a refined alternative to beef, with a rich yet delicate game flavour.
- Beef Wellingtons - an iconic classic, our Beef Wellingtons combine succulent beef fillet with rich mushroom duxelles and golden pastry for a main course that feels every bit restaurant-worthy.
Prepared with the same care and expertise that Donald Russell has brought to homes and restaurants for over 50 years, these mains deliver depth of flavour and restaurant-quality results every time.
Sides: The Perfect Supporting Act
A great main deserves the right accompaniment. From indulgent potatoes to seasonal vegetables, the included side completes the plate beautifully.
Included Side Options:
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Thoughtfully portioned and expertly prepared, it’s the finishing touch that brings the whole dish together.
Desserts: A Sweet Ending
No Valentine’s Day meal would be complete without dessert, and with two included, there’s no need to share (unless you want to!).
Included dessert options:
- Chocolate Brownie - melt-in-the-middle goodness.
- Strawberry Cheesecake - indulgent and creamy cheesecake.
- Tiramisu - for the refined dessert aficionado!
Rich and indulgent, our desserts are best enjoyed with a coffee or other hot drink to round off the evening.
The Steak Box: A Showstopping Alternative
For those who prefer to build their own Valentine’s menu around a truly exceptional steak centrepiece, the Valentine's Day Wagyu Steak Box for Two offers a more bespoke way to celebrate.
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At it's heart are two Wagyu Sirloin Steaks, new to Donald Russell, and available in limited quantities. Beautifully marbled and incredibly tender, Wagyu Sirloin delivers richness and depth unlike any other steak. When cooked simply, seasoned well, seared confidently and rested properly, it becomes a dish that needs very little else. What’s Included:
This box is designed for those who appreciate outstanding beef and the pleasure of cooking something truly special together. |
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Why Choose Donald Russell for Valentine’s Day?
When you choose Donald Russell, you’re choosing expertly sourced ingredients, carefully prepared chef-made dishes, restaurant-quality results, and over 50 years of food expertise.
Everything is prepared with precision, frozen at peak freshness, and delivered ready for when you need it, so your Valentine’s Day feels relaxed, indulgent and memorable.
Top Tips: A few simple touches can transform dinner at home into something unforgettable! Don’t forget to lay the table beautifully, light candles, dim the lights, choose a playlist you both love, and enjoy a delicious meal made at home.
Whether you choose the ease and elegance of our Valentine’s Dine In or enjoy a classic steak dinner with our Valentine's Day Wagyu Steak Box for Two featuring Wagyu Sirloin, you’ll enjoy a meal that’s generous, luxurious and designed to be shared.