From high-impact promotions to social media buzz, here’s how to turn 14th February into a record-breaking revenue day.
1. Curate a Valentine’s-Exclusive Menu
Why? A limited-time menu creates excitement and urgency, making your brand the go-to choice for date night.
Ideas:
- “Perfect Pair” Meal Deals – Think 2-for-1 mains, sharing platters, or a set menu for two.
- Heart-Shaped Foods – An easy win: pizzas, sushi rolls, pancakes, even burgers.
- Elevated Comfort Food – Think truffle fries, premium proteins, indulgent dipping sauces. Customers will be more likely to splurge for special occasions.
- Love-Themed Desserts – Red velvet everything, chocolate-dipped strawberries, mini “bite-sized love” cheesecakes.
💡 Takeaway Tip: Keep your Valentine’s menu short, sweet, and operationally efficient. Too many SKUs can slow down service.
2. Use Social Media to Drive Pre-Orders
Why? Most customers plan their Valentine’s meal days in advance—so should your marketing.
Strategies:
- Instagram Worthy Food Drops – Post high-quality images of your Valentine’s menu with a countdown to launch.
- Giveaways & Contests – “Tag your Valentine for a chance to win a free date night meal!”
- Behind the Scenes Reels – Showcase food prep, packaging, and food shots.
- Engagement Polls & Q&A – “What’s your perfect Valentine’s meal? A) Pizza & wings B) Burgers & Chips C) Dessert first!”
- User-Generated Content (UGC) – Repost customers enjoying your food at home for extra credibility. (or create yourself at home for authentic images)
💡 Takeaway Tip: Use time-sensitive Stories and Reels to create FOMO and orders.
3. Maximise Sales with Smart Offers & Upsells
Why? Valentine’s customers are ready to spend more—bundle, cross-sell, and upsell to increase order value.
Revenue-Boosting Tactics:
- Collection Only promotions – Reward collection orders with a exclusive offer or add-on.
- Premium Add-Ons – Wine, luxury sauces, extra toppings, upgraded proteins.
- Loyalty Perks – Double points for Valentine’s orders to drive repeat business.
- “Love at First Bite” Upsell Prompt – Add a small love-themed dessert or drink at checkout.
💡 Takeaway Tip: Bundle meal kits with romantic extras like a candles, a card or chocolates for a premium touch.
4. Optimise for Peak Delivery & Collection Efficiency
Why? Valentine’s is one of the busiest nights for food delivery, and long wait times = lost sales.
Action Plan:
- Dedicated Collection Zones – Reduce congestion by setting up a separate area for online orders.
- Pre-Pack Essentials – Sides, desserts, and drinks should be ready to go for faster fulfilment.
- Live Order Tracking – Enable real-time tracking or app notifications so customers know when food is on the way.
- Additional Drivers – Ensure any new drivers are set up and trained before store open to avoid delays.
💡 Takeaway Tip: Pre-prep as much as possible to avoid last minute work which can add significant delays on the night.
5. Capture the “Singles” & “Anti-Valentine’s” Market
Not everyone is into candlelit dinners. Tap into singles, Galentine’s, and even breakups with creative, alternative campaigns.
- Galentine’s Day Group Orders – Special discounts for friends ordering together (13th Feb)
- “Self-Love” Comfort Food Packs – Feature big portions, indulgent flavours, and a fun name like ‘Treat Yourself Box.’
- Spicy & Bitter Specials – “Extra spicy wings for your ex” or a ‘Bitter Dark Chocolate Sundae’ for a laugh.
- “Forget Love, Eat Fries” Promo – A limited-time menu for those avoiding the holiday.
💡 Takeaway Tip: Have a think of something punny. The fun, viral-style offers boost engagement and will make your brand stand out.
6. Email, Push, SMS Campaigns That Convert
Don’t just rely on social media—direct messaging drives action.
- “Early Love” Email Campaign – “Plan your romantic dinner now & relax for Valentines!”
- Last-Minute SMS Blast – “Forgot to plan Valentine’s? We’ve got you covered—order now for delivery!”
- VIP-Only Perks – Send regular customers exclusive discounts on your Valentine’s menu.
💡 Takeaway Tip: Time your messages strategically—schedule emails a week before, pushes the week of and then send reminder texts on 13th-14th Feb.
7. Elevate Packaging & Presentation
A great meal deserves a great unboxing experience—especially on Valentine’s.
- Themed Takeaway Packaging – Use branded pink, red, or gold accents for a premium feel.
- Small Romantic Extras – Throw in a mini rose, heart-shaped napkin, or handwritten note.
- Free Sweet Treat – Even a small piece of chocolate adds a thoughtful touch.
💡 Takeaway Tip: Encourage customers to share their meal setup on Instagram for social proof & organic promotion.
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