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The Trevi Fountain in Rome. How romantic!!

Cupid takes aim with his arrow this month and love is in the air. Can you feel it? And while roses, sentiments and chocolate occupy our minds and drain our wallets as we honor those we love and cherish, it is always Valentines Day in Italy; it just goes by another name, amore.

By nature, Italians are very affectionate people. Just look at the way they greet each other with a kiss -- not on one cheek but both. And passion is always a public display at outdoor ristoranti and in just about every piazza.

One of the best places to show affection, or dream of getting it is at the Trevi Fountain in Rome (Fontana di Trevi). It was built in the 18th century and the central figure of the fountain is Neptune, the sea god. He rides a chariot in the shape of a shell that is pulled by sea horses.

Millions of visitors from all over the world converge at this massive marble masterpiece to throw coins into the fountain and wish away their secret desires. But if you go to see the fountain, make sure your wish comes true by tossing your coin in the proper manner. Legend tells us that you will return to Rome if you throw a coin over your shoulder with your back to the fountain. Now that's amore!

Help yourself to this delicious Valentines Day dinner all with help from my latest book: Ciao Italia Five-Ingredient Favorites

Easy Five Course 5 Ingredient Valentine's Day Dinner

Creamy Leek and Potato Soup

Steak in Caper Sauce

Hot and Spicy Zucchini Coins

Radicchio and Dried Apricot Salad 

Chocolate Hazelnut Tartlets

Happy Valentine's Day!

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