If you want the simplest Valentine's Day dessert of all, these straightforward chocolate cupcakes never fail. No fuss, just rich flavor and a tender crumb.

For many of us, receiving paper valentines may be the stuff of school days — a piece of the past. The tradition goes back much further, of course, and wasn’t always just for kids.

Let’s embark on an affordable culinary love story as we blend the rich traditions of Chinese New Year with the romance of Valentine’s Day through a delightful hot pot experience at home.