Your guide to Valentine's Day drinking.

Fashionable New Zealanders give Viva insight into their perfect Valentine, plus tips for the big date.

Plan a romantic picnic for your loved one(s) on this special day.

New Zealand actress Emily Barclay plays a boy-crazy character in her latest movie about love.

Cut through sickly sentiment with expressive new fragrance choices.

Marty Vink has frequented his fair share of dairies this summer and has often bought a can of drink labelled Not for Individual Sale.

Kay has been past this sign in Totara Park, Manukau, on and off for more than 15 years. 'I have never once seen a lady in a long white lacy dress.'

"My best mate wasn't allowed boys around to her place in our teens..."

Be kiss-proof this Valentine's Day.

Perfume gift ideas for Valentine's Day.

Three pairs of hip and funky couples tell Viva what keeps their love alive.

Many readers will remember the very cool restaurant Musical Knives on Ponsonby Rd.

Rose wine delights the eye as well as the palate.

Make it a Valentine's date to remember with friends at one of these Auckland restaurants.

Creative ways to showcase your love this Valentine's Day.

Auckland's Langham hotel has the answer to Valentine's Day gift-giving with a range of luxury packages sure to woo.

The Independent's Liz Hoggard wonders, in the lead-up to Valentine's Day, why men are so reluctant to write love letters.

Fresh blackberry marshmallow.

Panna cotta with star anise plums.

Strawberry and poached rhubarb custard tarts.