Staying in is the new going out, with lovebirds opting to cuddle up with a warm home-cooked meal this Valentine’s Day instead of battling the restaurant crowds.

A group of experts have come together to find out what makes the perfect date night at home and which ingredients you should be adding to your Valentine’s menu to achieve romantic success.

Neurobiologist Professor Robert Pickard and Nutritionist Dr Emma Derbyshire have created a five-course tasting menu guaranteed to get your heart racing.

RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley caught up with Professor Pickard to find out more.