The Food of Romance
Romantic Movies
Romantic Music
Gifts & Symbols
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This romantic food is sensual, from its taste to its aroma, but dark _________ has also been shown to cause a spike in dopamine, which induces feelings of pleasure.
What is chocolate.
100
This is a 1942 romantic drama film starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. The film is set during World War II.
What is Casablanca.
100
In this 1956 Dean Martin love song "When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie"... Finish the lyrics / song title.
What is "That's Amore!"
100
The tradition of sending these began in England and became popular in American culture in the 1840's. You may receive one of these from your "true love" or you may have an anonymous admirer who may send one your way.
What is a Valentine's Day Card. The U.S. Greeting Card Association estimates that approximately 190 million valentines are sent each year in the US.
200
This fruit is incredibly high in anti-oxidants and provides sustained energy levels at only a few calories. (hint: they are often dipped in chocolate)
What are strawberries.
200
Oliver comes from an upper class family and is heir to his family's fortune. He attends Harvard University. At the library, Oliver meets Jenny, a quick-witted Radcliffe College student. They quickly fall in love, despite their differences. Name this film.
What is Love Story.
200
The song's original working title was "Uncomparable" (which was later changed). The most popular version of this song was recorded by Nat King Cole in 1951, with an arrangement written by Nelson Riddle.
What is "Unforgettable"
200
This has long been recognized across cultures as being a symbol for love, unity, charity, joy and compassion.
What is the heart.
Since the human heart has long been associated with emotion and pleasure, the shape was eventually co-opted as a symbol of romance and medieval courtly love. It grew especially popular during the Renaissance, when it was used in religious art depicting the Sacred Heart of Christ and as one of the four suits in playing cards. By the 18th and 19th centuries, meanwhile, it had become a recurring motif in love notes and Valentine’s Day cards.
300
_______, are one of the most romantic fruits. Their blossoms are magnificent in the Spring.
What are cherries. Like all other berries, cherries are store houses of antioxidants. They effectively neutralize free radicals and protect us from all ailments associated with aging.
300
This is a 1957 film starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr. It is considered one of the most romantic movies of all time.
What is An Affair to Remember.
300
In this 1966 love song, Percy Sledge sings of the extreme measures that a man takes to keep the love of his woman. Name the song title.
What is "When a Man Loves a Woman".
300
Red stands for passionate love, pink stands for friendship, white for purity, and both red and white together mean unity.
What are Roses.
400
This food of romance is whipped by a mixer, whisk, or fork until it is light and fluffy. It is often sweetened and sometimes flavored with vanilla. It can be eaten alone but is best as a topping.
What is whipped cream.
400
_______ is a 1997 epic romantic disaster film which stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as members of different social classes who fall in love aboard the ship during its ill-fated maiden voyage.
What is Titanic. Have you seen any other movies depicting this historical event?
400
This love song recorded in 1955, has since become one of the most recorded songs of the 20th century, most notably by the Righteous Brothers.
What is "Unchained Melody".
400
These birds are considered a symbol of faithful and eternal love because they mate for life. Depictions of two of these birds together symbolize everlasting love.
What are Doves.
500
______ are commonly consumed by humans either cooked or raw; the latter being a delicacy. Some are harvested for the pearl produced within the mantle.
What are oysters. Raw oysters are very high in zinc, which increases libido. Oysters are considered to increase one's overall well-being and even fight depression.
500
In this movie, it's Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford at their most charismatic, living out an opposites-attract romance during the era of McCarthyism. Streisand had a hit song by the same name.
What is The Way We Were.
500
This song, performed by Elvis Presley on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1956 was released a month before the movie of the same title.
What is "Love Me Tender".
500
In classical mythology, he is the god of desire, love, attraction and affection. He is often portrayed carrying a bow and arrow.
Who is Cupid.
