Emerging Trends that are Innovating the Travel Experience — A report by Hilton

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 19 world-class brands comprising more than 7,100 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in 123 countries and territories.

Emerging Trends that are Innovating the Travel Experience — A report by Hilton

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 19 world-class brands comprising more than 7,100 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in 123 countries and territories.

Valentine’s Day is a day to remind our loved ones just how loved they are: husbands, wives, partners, girlfriends, boyfriends, gal-pals, children, pets and more.

But for chefs, the holiday is their annual chance to combine the luxurious taste of chocolate with unexpected flavors, in ways that surprise and delight diners. 

A few Hilton chefs have shared their best chocolate-based Valentine’s Day recipes just in time for the holiday. They vary from simple to multi-step—but all are delicious.

Boathouse 400 at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

According to Chef Scott Bakutis, who bakes up breakfast treats for Boathouse 400 at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston – Cambridge, Valentine’s Day (and winter months in general) are a great time to tuck into a chocolate indulgence like walnut turtle pie. The pie offers a warm, gooey chocolate filling with a chocolate crust.

“Winter skies go perfectly with Walnut Turtle pies,” Bakutis said.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo

For Chef Jorge “Franco” Gonzalez Aguilar, from Lobby Restaurant at Homewood Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo, choco truffles are the way to go.

“The combination of the sweetness of the berries, with the strength of the chocolate and the crunchiness of the nuts will make your palate fall in love,” he said. “In addition to creating a crunchy layer around the truffle while the center remains soft and creamy, the best recipe for Valentine's Day without a doubt.”

Spencer’s Steak and Chops, Hilton Salt Lake City Center

Jared Maish, executive sous chef at Spencer’s Steak and Chops at Hilton Salt Lake City Center, has a dessert suggestion that’s big enough to create a memorable Valentine’s Day for the whole family. 

“This decadent and silky chocolate caramel tart will surely create an everlasting memory for you and your loved one this Valentine’s Day,” he said.

Chef Steve Benjamin and Pastry Chef Johanna Natividad at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills agree that the hotel’s chocolate crinkle cookies are a perfect treat to share for Valentine’s Day, no matter what your relationship status is. 

“This recipe is perfect for Valentine’s Day, not only because of its rich flavor, but versatility,” said Natividad. “The perfect sweet treat to gift to a galentine or Valentine, the cookies can be made fresh together and enjoyed on a cozy night in, or packed on a picnic to watch the sunset and enjoy with a loved one. They’re soft, decadent, and perfectly sweet.”

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