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Future/Sex/Love/Food - Romantic Dinners |
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Written by Holly Bea
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Thursday, 08 February 2007 |
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WHAT IS A ROMANTIC DINNER?
Here’s the good news: A “romantic dinner” can be whatever you want it to be. It doesn’t have to be five-star cuisine. You just need to create it with the likes and dislikes of your sweetheart in mind. Here are a few ideas:
• If he raves about his mother’s strawberry pie or meat loaf, get the recipe from her and surprise him with it.
• Have an indoor picnic! Just spread that blanket near the fireplace and have a basket full of picnic goodies that are easy to make and fun to serve. It can be as simple as good wine, a French baguette, quality cheese like sharp cheddar and Gouda, grapes, apple slices and walnuts. Pack some photos of your good times together and spend time looking at them while you picnic.
• Get sentimental. Try to recreate a recipe from your first date or honeymoon.
• Bring in take-out from his or her favorite restaurant and serve it at home.
• Serve his or her favorite meal, but take time to create atmosphere, too. You know the drill: flowers on the table (a single flower or an arrangement); candlelight; romantic music (burn a CD with tunes that reflect your relationship). Just be sure it’s prepared to your partner’s tastes, not just yours.
• Going out to a favorite restaurant is also an option. But big “eating out” holidays can sometimes mean long waits, rushed service, higher-priced menus and added stress.
Holly Bea
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