US Valentine's Day Index
Valentine’s Day is a notoriously popular foodservice holiday as restaurants gear up to host couples, families, and the girl-favorite “galantine’s” group for an annual date night out. And while restaurants remain a popular option for many, retailers have managed to grab some of that consumer spending in recent years by offering a more budget-friendly alternative with home-cooked versions of Valentine’s favorites.
Synonymous with chocolate and sweets, strawberries and steak—Valentine's Day foods are exposed to the same price fluctuations as any other commodity. Whether eating out or cooking at home, let’s take a closer look at where some of these holiday staples sit at the wholesale level in 2026.
Cocoa
Sugar
Nonfat Dried Milk
Vanilla
Strawberry
Lobster Tail
Beef Tenderloin
Potato
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