VALENTINE'S DAY isn't cancelled - especially if these restaurants have anything to say about it.
Back in 'normal times' Valentine's meant one thing; getting dolled up and going out for a fancy meal.
However this year things are looking a bit more intimate with everyone being stuck inside and unable to go out.
Bring the romance home this year and order a takeaway or DIY meal box from your most-loved restaurant and have a special meal at home.
Whether you're alone or lucky-in-love, these restaurants are serving up a range of mouthwatering feasts this Sunday:
The Great British Charcuterie
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If lockdown means having Valentine's at home then is there a more romantic way to enjoy the day than with a living room picnic?
Transform your home into a calming, luxurious oasis with one of these date night hampers from Great British Charcuterie based in Brighton.
Currently on sale their standard Valentine's hamper costs £71.96 and includes a vintage bottle of Champage from The Bolney Estate, organic cheeses from Godminster and heart shaped chocolate truffles from J Cocoa.
See their full selection on the website.
The Grand
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Synonymous with special occassions The Grand have an exquisite menu to enjoy at home this Valentine's, Sunday 14.
Alan White's masterpieces have been adapted to offer this stunning Valentine's Day takeaway menu.
The menu has been designed using the finest seasonal flavour combinations and locally and sustainably sourced seafood and meat.
Meal items include oysters, Sussex fillet of beef and a divine chocolate, caramel and pistachio torte.
The three-course menu costs £50 per person and you can add a mocktail for an extra £5.
Pre-orders must be taken by midday on Thursday February 11 for collection on Saturday 13 or Sunday 14 between 4pm and 6pm.
Curry Leaf Cafe
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If you're looking to add a bit of spice to your Valentine's Day then the Curry Leaf Cafe is the ideal restaurant to order from.
For just £15.50 per person, normally £32.95, you can enjoy a three-course 'finish at home' meal.
These chilled restaurant-quality meals can be kept in the fridge for three days and will be delivered for free between the 11 and 13 February.
You can also pre-order your feast for collection from their Kemptown kitchen on Sunday 14.
Find out more on their website.
Lost in the Lanes
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If a lazy brunch is more up your street, or should I say lane, then why not order a Lost Brunch Box this weekend.
The finish at home Valentine's kits are available for pick up or delivery on Friday's and cost £40.
This week's brunch box includes miso and orange cured house salmon on crumpet with poached eggs, crushed edamame beans with ginger , lime and radish.
If you have not tried this dish at Lost then it looks a little like Eggs Royale but with clean, citrus flavours.
The boxes also include a mini Persian love cake, handmade chocolate truffles, a small bottle of prosecco, freshly squeezed orange juice and the house coffee blend by Hasbean.
Find out more on their website.
The Coal Shed
Feed the flames of love this Valentine's with a meal from The Coal Shed.
With a range of stunning meal boxes for two, for Saturday you can choose from a dry-aged fillet box, dry-aged ribeye and smoked BBQ short rib.
Their Sunday offering includes a more traditional option of roast beef for two or three.
Prices start at £50 a box and include starters, mains and desserts for two - you can even ass half a lobster.
Find out more on their website.
The Sportsman Pub
The Sportsman are offering terrific home-cooked meals throughout the Valentine's weekend.
Pre-order your meal for Friday 12, Saturday 13 or Sunday 14.
The menu includes grilled sea bass, roast venison haunch steak and baked vegetable ragu.
Items are priced individually - see their full menu.
Mashimo Brighton
If you're a lover of sushi then look no further as Mashimo are offering a range of fantastic Valentine's bundles - ideal for singles, couples and even just housemates.
One of the 'Valentine's feast's includes: Edamame, tuna and salmon sashimi, sushi sharing platter, two rich chocolate pots and plum wine, sake or prosecco.
Their menu is available for delivery on Deliveroo between 10 and 14 February.
Slow + Low @ The Cloak Room
Slow and low at The Cloak Room are bringing their signature sex appeal to Valentine's this weekend with a triumphant smokehouse menu.
Offering both meat and plant-based options there's something scrumptious for everything with a special three-course menu available.
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