Valentine’s Day is a wonderful excuse to gather, share something sweet, and enjoy the simple pleasure of welcoming people into your home. Whether you are hosting a few friends, family, or planning a cozy afternoon with loved ones, Valentine hosting can feel casual and beautifully uncomplicated. The best kind of hosting is the kind that feels natural, where everything looks lovely and you still get to enjoy the moment right along with your guests. At Interior Delights, we always love to find everyday decor and embellish it with pink and chocolate for Valentines day. So easy!
A warm and inviting table sets the tone before anyone even arrives. Thoughtfully chosen serving pieces create instant charm and make everyday food feel special. This is where pieces you truly love shine. Our Interior Delights Round Acacia Board with Bow brings a soft, elegant feel to any gathering. The gentle curve of the board paired with the bow detail feels perfectly suited for Valentine’s Day, while still being timeless enough to use year round. Our Rectangle Acacia Board with Bow offers a slightly more structured look and is wonderful for serving sliced bread, spreads, or layered treats. Together, they create a beautiful foundation that feels curated and welcoming without any extra effort.
For an easy Valentine treat that guests will genuinely love, chocolate chip bread with cherry glaze is a perfect choice. It is familiar, comforting, and just indulgent enough to feel celebratory. Served warm or at room temperature, it works beautifully for a morning coffee gathering, an afternoon visit, or even a casual dessert spread. It is also easy to make ahead, which makes hosting feel relaxed and enjoyable.
To make the chocolate chip bread, start by mixing two cups all purpose flour, one teaspoon baking soda, and half a teaspoon salt in a bowl. In another bowl, combine one cup sugar, two eggs, half a cup vegetable oil, one teaspoon vanilla, and one cup sour cream. Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in one cup chocolate chips. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees for about 55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool completely before glazing.
Here is a recipe! You'll love how quick this whips up!
Chocolate Chip Bread with Cherry Glaze
Ingredients
2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 half teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 half cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chocolate chips
Cherry Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
5 Maraschino Cherries blended
2 to 3 tablespoons cherry juice, from jarred cherries
Half teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a standard loaf pan and set aside.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla, and sour cream until smooth. Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool completely before adding the glaze.
Cherry Glaze Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 5 Maraschino Cherries, and cherry juice straight from the jar until smooth and pourable. Add additional cherry juice a little at a time if needed. Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled bread and allow it to set before slicing. Serve sliced on the Interior Delights Round Acacia Board with Bow, with small bowls of M&Ms and chocolate hearts nearby for an extra sweet Valentine touch.
To make the spread feel even more inviting, add a few small treats alongside the bread. The 4 inch Blue Floral Small Bowls, Set of 6, are perfect for this. Use them to hold colorful m and ms, chocolate hearts, or other small Valentine candies. The delicate floral pattern adds a touch of charm, and the small size keeps everything feeling intentional and refined. Placing these bowls around the board encourages guests to mix, match, and snack at their own pace, which always feels welcoming.
napkins or tea towels, a small vase of pretty flowers, or a candle or two can elevate the entire setting. The beauty of Valentine hosting is that it thrives on warmth and thoughtfulness rather than excess. When each piece feels chosen with care, the whole space comes together effortlessly.
One of the loveliest things about hosting this way is how adaptable it is. The same setup
works whether you are welcoming neighbors for coffee, hosting a playdate that happens to include grown up treats, or gathering friends for an afternoon chat. The boards transition easily from sweet to savory, and the bowls can be refilled again and again. These are the kinds of pieces that quietly support your hosting style and make it easy to say yes to gathering more often.
There is also something wonderfully comforting about serving food that invites conversation. Valentine hosting does not need to be elaborate to feel special. When you start with pieces you love, like our Interior Delights acacia boards, the rest falls into place naturally. Add a homemade treat, a few thoughtful details, and an open door, and you have everything you need to create a gathering that feels warm, joyful, and memorable. These are the moments that turn a house into a home, and they are always worth celebrating.
