4. Become Mixology Masters
Sign up for cocktail-making class with James Beard honoree Lynnette Marrero
and Ryan Chetiyawardana, the founder of Dandelyan, named the world's best
bar at MasterClass. (Bonus, the subscription includes classes from Margaret
Atwood, Dr. Jane Goodall, and other amazing celebrities.) For those who prefer
alcohol-free festivities, try making a new recipe from Good Drinks: Alcohol-
Free Recipes for When You're Not Drinking for Whatever Reason.
5. Quiz Yourselves for
Trivia Night
Rockridge Press $12.99
Perk up your Valentine's Day dinner conversation by
busting out this quiz bookâit is always fun and surprising
to learn new things about your partner. Or, organize a
virtual date night and team up against other couples
with virtual Jeopardy. Have everyone contribute to a
winner's pot to amp up the friendly competition.
6. Take a Cooking Class
Make preparing a Valentine's Day meal special
by signing up for a virtual cooking class. Side
note: this is another great group date with
friends. Sur La Table's classes start at $29
per household and cover everything from full
meals to happy hours and desserts. For those
who like to go at their own pace, or just want
all the ingredients sent in one go, Goldbelly
has meal kits from top restaurants, so you
can sample Kansas City barbecue, Gramercy
Tavern's famous burgers, or sashimi from Hawaii.
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