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If you're planning a few nights in this week ahead of a busy Valentine's weekend, well, the TV will be your best friend!

Luckily there are some great things to look forward to on the box this week… here's our pick of the best!

Monday
The 57th Annual Grammy Awards
RTÉ 2, 19.30

Check out round two of Kanye's notorious "Im'ma let you finish" moment on tonight's Grammys highlights show!

Tuesday
My Big Fat Gypsy Valentine
TV3, 21.00

Fans of My Big Fat Gyspy Wedding will love this one-off special focusing on the traditions and culture of Britain and Ireland's travelling communities. 16-year-old Ina is marrying her first boyfriend, and has a wedding dress made from glitter fabric, while Danielle's wedding is scheduled to take place just a day after she turns 16. 

Wednesday
Heston's Recipe for Romance
Channel 4, 23.00

They say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, but is there really a link between food and love? Heston teams up with scientists and psychologists to put together a romance-friendly menu for five couples, and monitor how the food affects their feelings for their partners.

Thursday
The Pursuit of Happyness
3e, 22.00

Yes, the weird spelling of "happiness" makes us spelling sticklers cringe, but we challenge you not to be moved to tears by the inspirational film starring Will Smith as a cash-strapped single father who is forced out of his house at the worst possible time. Will's son Jaden (he of that BIZAARE 2014 interview) also stars. 

Friday
Jamie and Jimmy's Friday Night Feast
Channel 4, 20.00

Singer Paloma Faith takes part in tonight's episode of Jamie Oliver's new cooking show, which also star his pal Jimmy Doherty. Craft beer, sticky Chinese ribs and Portuguese salt cod – sounds like a perfect Friday night meal!

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Dry January is nearly over, but we still have a few more nights in ahead!

Luckily there's loads to keep you entertained on TV this week, from some revealing documentaries to new seasons of your favourite shows.

Here's our pick of the best…

Monday
Girls, Season 4, Episode 2
10pm, Sky Atlantic

Lena Dunham's HBO show returned for another season last week, and of course we're already hooked. With Hannah trying to settle into life in Iowa, she's already getting suspicious about what Adam might be up to back in New York. 

Tuesday
Devious Maids, Season 2, Episode 1
8.05pm, RTÉ2

This hilarious drama about the "help" working for Beverly Hills' rich and famous ended with a few cliffhangers last season, including Rosie's arrest and the revelation of Flora's murderer. Eva Longoria stepped behind the camera to direct this season's opening episode, so it should be well worth a look.

Wednesday
Clubland: Reality Bites
9pm, RTÉ2

The Wright Venue is Ireland's biggest nightclub, so preparations for it's fifth birthday party are no easy feat. RTÉ goes behind the scenes to find out what it's really like to work in the famous club.

Thursday
Josie: The Most Hated Woman In Britain?
10pm, Channel 4

Josie Cunningham has caused controversy after controversy in recent years, first with her NHS-funded boob job and then with her decision to live-stream her baby's birth. This documentary follows Josie as she and her management team try to play the media at their own game.

Friday
Fortitude: Behind The Scenes
10.40pm, Sky One

This hotly anticipated series starring Stanley Tucci and Richard Dormer focuses on the small town of Fortitude, which is considered the "safest town on earth" given its isolated location in the Arctic Circle. But when a murderer strikes, the whole town is turned upside down. The series premieres in January 29, and this behind the scenes look should keep you satisfied until then!

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