CANDY/FOOD
When did Sweethearts first get their shape?
1901
About how many roses are sent for Valentine's Day each year?
50 Million
Before "X" stood for a kiss, what did it represent at the end of a letter?
The Cross
In what country is Valentine's Day known as "Friend's Day?"
Finland
Who always has a date on Valetine's Day?
A Calendar
Who invented the first Valentine's Day candy box?
Richard Cadbury
A single red rose surrounded by baby's breath is called what by florists?
A signature rose
In Roman mythology, Cupid is the son of whom?
Venus
How many people typically buy Valentines for their pets?
9 Million
How did the coin propose to his girlfriend?
He gave her a jingle
How many heart-shaped boxes of chocolates are typically sold each Valentine's Day?
35 Million
What do yellow roses symbolize?
Friendship
In the Victorian era, mean-spirited Valentine's Day cards were called "___ Valentines."
Vinegar
What major invention was patented on Valentine's Day?
The telephone
What do you call a colorful heart that loves books?
Well-Red
Why did women and girls eat bizarre foods on Valentine's Day in medieval times?
To dream about their future spouses
Besides Valentine's Day, for which holiday are the most flowers sent?
Mother's Day
Saint Valentine was said to be martyred in what year?
269
What fruit was once known as a "love apple" for its alleged aphrodisiac properties?
Tomato
What did one piece of toast say to the other?
You're my butter half
How much money do Americans spend on chocolate for Valentine's Day each year?
$1 Billion
How many stems of roses are sold on Valentine's Day every year?
189 Million
When was February 14 first declared to be Valentine's Day?
1537
Letters to Juliet are sent to what city every year?
Verona, Italy
What's the most romantic ship?
Courtship