When St. Valentine of Rome was martyred in 270 AD for continuing to marry Christians, especially soldiers and their beloved ladies, I don't think he foresaw his popularity 1800 years later! (Fact check - this is one of many opinions on who St. Valentine was...but as a military wife, it's my favorite!) The first shapings of wine and roses to this Saint's feast day were added to a pagan fertility festival on February 15 called Lupercalia where a goat and dog were sacrificed and women touched the hides to ensure fertility in the coming year. During the Middle Ages, it was observed that birds began their mating season around February 15 and the actual romantic nature began to return to this holy day. Actual valentines began circulating sometime around 1400 AD and the first known surviving valentine was of beautiful poetry from Charles, Duke of Orleans in 1415 AD after being imprisoned in the Tower of London following the Battle of Agincourt. Sadly the valentine meant for his wife did not reach her before her death.
Now that we're all up to speed, allow me to introduce today's recipe! Long Stemmed Roses and Chocolate Whoopie Pie join together in this delightful fragrance *just* for Valentine's Day! Long Stemmed Roses is Paisley's Pick of the Month for January so snatch it up ahead of time so you have it for your special romantic evening in February!
Why have the scent of roses for just a few days while they're dying on the dining room table? Keep the scent with you all year long with a jar of Long Stemmed Roses in your collection today! Wish to get a free sample in the mail every month? Simply fill out this entry form to be entered into Paisley's Private Parlor, a Sprinkles Joy exclusive sample of the month club!
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