5 Romantic Duck Dinner Ideas

Want to avoid the hassle of dining out this Valentine’s Day? Why not try showcasing your cooking skills by making a special dinner at home. Whether you are a seasoned chef or want to stick with something simple and classic, Maple Leaf Farms has some romantic dinner ideas that will help you impress your sweetheart.

Why choose duck? It’s simple. Certain foods are associated with special occasions and can lend any meal an air of elegance, and duck is definitely one of these foods. And, studies show when people eat duck, they have strong sensory memories of the event. They remember the occasion, flowers, candles, wine, aroma, and how the duck was prepared. Here are five of our favorite romantic duck dinner ideas.

If you want to impress a steak-lover, check out our Steakhouse Duck Dinner menu, which features Duck Breast topped with a strawberry-cilantro reduction paired with a loaded Duck Fat potato and Duck Fat roasted green beans on the side. Pair this dish with Pinot Noir from Napa for a delicious dinner menu.

For an upscale take on a comfort food classic, try our Smoked Duck Confit Mac & Cheese. This rich, cozy dish will satisfy even the picky eaters who may want to try something special, but don’t want adventure out of their culinary comfort zone.

To satisfy an adventurous eater who loves to try new dishes, why not serve a variety of tapas rather than a main entrée with sides. For some great appetizer recipes that are simple to prepare and can take your special someone on a culinary journey, try preparing Duck Stuffed Dates, Duck Poutine, Duck Sausage Bruschetta or Duck Spinach Artichoke Dip.

For a meal that radiates romance, serve Maple Leaf Farms Duck a l'Orange recipe. This traditional French dish exudes a romantic vibe and pair wells with a French Pinot Noir. For sides dishes, consider serving it with Duck Stuffed Mushrooms, Duck Fat Popovers and your favorite vegetable sauteed in duck fat instead of olive oil.

If you have a whole duck in your freezer, why not prepare our Cherry Duck with Spicy Almond Rice recipe. Slow roasted duck paired with a perfectly balanced sweet and tart sauce makes this recipe a great option for a special occasion. For a simpler approach to this dish, prepare Maple Leaf Farms Fully Cooked Roast Half Duck according to package instructions and pair it with a cherry sauce and your favorite rice pilaf or vegetable.

What’s great is all these recipes are a step above usual weeknight fare without being too difficult or time-consuming, allowing you to actually spend time with your special someone. For other recipe and menu ideas, be sure to follow Maple Leaf Farms on all our social channels.