In Naples, the tradition of gifting red ceramic horns, or 'cornicelli', has become a beloved alternative to typical Valentine's gifts like flowers and chocolates. These vibrant horns represent love and good fortune, rooted in ancient cultural symbolism that links back to fertility myths. Other European traditions also emerge, such as the heart-shaped cheese from Normandy, France, embodying craft and romance. Despite its traditional popularity, chocolate is seeing higher prices due to cocoa bean market fluctuations, making it a costlier love token.
"These vibrant symbols, known as 'cornicelli,' are deeply rooted in local culture and are believed to bring prosperity, love, and good fortune to the receiver."
"Legend has it that, on the Feast of St Valentine, the young dairy maidens of the Pays de Bray would offer these heart-shaped cheeses on Valentine's Day to those who had stolen their hearts."
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