Chocolate sales are booming this Valentine’s Day, as consumers stay close to home

No reservations are required this Valentine’s Day, as the pandemic makes romantic dinners out less likely. But chocolate will still be a key part of the celebration, as people express their love not only for their romantic partners but also close family and friends as well.

Eighty-six percent of Americans are planning to purchase chocolate or candy for this year’s Valentine’s Day, according to data released from the National Confectioner’s Association.

“It will probably look a little different in 2021 than other years but certainly that acknowledgement of friends…