It's that time of the year when romance and love take priority and North Lincolnshire offers the perfect setting for a memorable Valentine's Day.

For instance, you could take a stroll hand-in-hand with a loved one through the beautiful surroundings at Normanby Hall Country Park.

If you or your partner is a budding romantic novelist, February 14 is also a day when you can make a date with a top author as Kate Walker, who has has published 59 novels with Harlequin Mills and Boon, will be leading a workshop for writers at the Angel Suite in Brigg on Tuesday, February 14, from 1.30pm to 4.30pm.

However, it is said that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach but, let’s be honest, most women enjoy a meal out too so we’ve put together a choice of 10 foodies’ delights for this special date in the annual calendar.

1. Colosseo Ristorante - run by husband and wife team Carolo and Connie Catalano since 1992, this award winning restaurant has ‘consistently maintained its fine reputation for menus brimming with the colour and succulent taste of their homeland’. Voted 2011 European Restaurant of the Year, it describes itself as one for all occasions including ‘providing the subtle setting for romantic candlelit dinners for two'.

Colosseo Ristorante, 10 Ravendale St North, Scunthorpe, DN15 6NJ T: 01724 271775

2. Winteringham Fields – run by Colin McGurran who once worked for the two Michelin starred Domaines Haut de Loire in Onzain, France, and the UAE Royal Family. Describes itself as a restaurant with rooms but it also has a smallholding with fruit trees, chickens and a sheep herd.

Winteringham Fields, 1 Silver Street, Winteringham, Scunthorpe, DN15 9ND T: 01724 733096

3. Wendy Chow – authentic oriental dishes from various Chinese provinces as well as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam. Wendy says: “There are dishes that my family cooked whilst I was growing up in China and Hong Kong which I continue to cook at home with my family. Along with these are the more well-known dishes so catering for the tastes of all your family and friends.”

Wendy Chow, 10 Pavilion Row, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 7RD T: 01724 866662

4. Salt & Pepper Village Restaurant – it's hard not to love the name of this restaurant offering Asian and British cuisine with a collection of Indian, British and Seafood dishes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. It says: “We are convinced that you will be enchanted by the relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff and great food.”

Salt & Pepper Village Restaurant, 51-53 Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 7RG T: 01724 851442

5. The Gourmet – a modern Indian restaurant which also offers take away and home delivery. It says: “Here at The Gourmet we offer elegant cuisine from the many diverse regions of India and take pride in providing an exceptional quality service, serving only the best food in a warm, relaxing and friendly atmosphere to offer you a superior dining experience.”

The Gourmet, 261 Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe, DN16 2SD T: 01724 864204/860599

6. Take a Gander – it maybe just outside Scunthorpe but with a name like this we can’t not include it; with a riverside location this is a bar and eaterie full of charm and character. It says it provides ‘something for everyone from traditional bar food to fine fayre dining together with cask ales and wines’. In the warmer weather there’s also the chance to enjoy an alfresco dining experience in the garden.

Take a Gander, High Street, Burringham, Scunthorpe, DN17 3NA T: 01724 783838

7. The Jenny Wren Inn – "Centuries ago, the Jenny Wren was originally a farmhouse, a home with families and stories to tell. Today it is our wish that this ambience still remains, and all who visit us enjoy in the warmth and homely surrounds,” says its website. Low beamed ceilings and open fires, this pub is also dog friendly. There are two dining areas including one which caters for larger groups or parties.

The Jenny Wren Inn, East Ferry Road, Susworth, near Scunthorpe, DN17 3AR T: 01724 784000

8. Eighteen57 – part of the QHotels’ Forest Pines Hotel & Golf Resort just a few miles from Scunthorpe, it has an AA Rosette with the restaurant praised for ‘its quality of produce, mastery of flavour and the skill of its cheffing team’. The hotel also boasts a championship golf course, spa retreat and conference facilities.

Eighteen57, Forest Pines Hotel & Golf Resort, Ermine Street, Broughton, near Brigg, DN20 0AQ T: 01652 650770

9. Frankie & Benny’s – a chain but this New York Italian restaurant and bar is fun. Offering a wide range of dishes from burgers to pastas, from steaks to pizzas.

Frankie & Benny’s, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 8TE T: 01724 747520

10. The Anchor Beefeater Grill – another chain but worth a mention for its popularity as well as its steak. It says: “After a busy day exploring the historical sights of Normanby Hall, it’s the ideal restaurant to experience the famous chargrill flavour.”

The Anchor, Lakeside Parkway, Scunthorpe, DN16 3UA T: 08701 977226