Valentine’s Day isn’t just about flowers and grand romantic gestures – it’s about love in all its forms. And at En Route, love often comes in the shape of a perfectly flaky pastry, a decadent chocolate treat, or a savoury bite that lingers long after the last crumb.
This year, we’re celebrating the ultimate love story: the one between people and food. With insights from our global team, here’s what has us utterly smitten this Valentine’s Day.
Love at First Bite (of the Day)
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and we couldn’t agree more – especially when pastries are involved. Multiple members of the team mentioned the Peach & Vanilla Pastry, which our Accounts Payable Assistant, Sara Ahmed, describes as “a warm hug in food form”, while the Apricot and Strawberry Pastries were described as striking the perfect balance of buttery indulgence and fruity freshness. And what’s a breakfast romance without the perfect match? Our fresh HPP juices received plenty of love as the ultimate morning companion.
Brie Mine?
No Valentine’s Day is complete without a little cheese – after all, every great rom-com needs its perfect pairing. From the rich embrace of Red Fox, a favourite of Nathalie Chalmers, our People Business Partner, to the unexpected yet delightful duo of Goat’s Cheese and Turkish Delight, which Alice Harvey, Brand Executive, thinks about daily, these flavours have stolen hearts across the board. But the real love affair? Cheese and pastry. Our Cheese Swisse, best enjoyed warm, was a favourite across multiple departments, proving that some relationships really are made to last.
A Bite to Remember
Some foods just stay with you. Our Turkey Bacon Ciabatta has a dedicated fan club, while the Pretzel Roll has won the heart of Sinead Ferguson, Food Development Manager. Then there’s true, undying devotion – with Emma Crane, Supply Planning Manager, confessing, “I regularly think about those injected rolls from the bread showcase in October.” Now that’s love.
Sugar, Spice & Everything Nice
Whether it’s an afternoon pick-me-up or a post-dinner delight, some treats are simply irresistible. The Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownie has been hailed by Nirali Marfatia, our Senior Designer, as “small but mighty,” while our Gooey Chocolate Muffins are as dreamy as a classic rom-com. Ice cream remains an all-season love affair, and for those who couldn’t decide? The Galley Boxes offer a little bit of everything—because why choose when you can have it all?
A Love Story in Every Bite
From buttery pastries to cheese that deserves its own Hollywood moment, these foods are the true heartthrobs of our team. They spark conversations, bring us together, and keep us coming back for more.
Happy Valentine’s Day, food lovers!
