Romantic Meals for Two

Food is often a big part of a date. Whether it is ‘dinner and a movie’ or just ‘dinner’, when it comes to dating we like to go all out to make the other person feel special.

But when Valentine’s Day or anniversaries come around sometimes it’s hard to remember how to be original. People meet in a variety of ways now, the traditional ‘at work’ or ‘through friends’ is no longer the common way to meet others. For example, nowadays people internet dating at eHarmony.co.uk find long-term partners.

In order not to succumb to the clichéd candle-lit dinner at an overpriced French restaurant, here are a few tips to make meal times a special occasion for that special someone.

Breakfast in bed

Nutritionists agree that breakfast is the most important meal of the day but too often in the hustle and bustle of day-to-day routine we end up frantically swigging lukewarm coffee in the morning before dashing out of the house or grabbing a chocolate bar for an instant morning sugar rush.

On a Saturday or Sunday though, it’s a nice idea to surprise your partner with a tray of freshly-squeezed orange juice, the morning paper and hot croissants. It won’t take hours to prepare and is guaranteed to start off the day with some romance.

Picnics

Reminiscent of childhood memories and leisurely days in the park, who doesn’t love a picnic? Meeting your partner for lunch is a nice way to break up the day and for an added touch, there are some simple recipes to make delicious treats from scratch without spending hours in the kitchen.

Lunch with a twist

Instead of a sandwich at the office or a Sunday roast, sometimes it’s nice to mix up lunch time a little bit. With a partner, there are some excellent sushi-making lessons in many cities in the UK. This will be a nice change and make you engage in doing something new together before sitting down to enjoy your creations. It’s sure to top dating in Bristol pubs or London clubs and it will definitely give you something to laugh about afterwards.

Ultimate romance

The dinner date is the holy grail of couples, and even though it is the most obvious way to spice up a week it can be all too easy to get into the habit of ordering take out and a movie in the comfort of your own home.

It’s always a lovely gesture to reserve a table at the first restaurant you went to together. There you can go back to the beginning, if just for a night, and get dressed up and ready for an evening dedicated to your loved one.

To add thoughtfulness, bake your partner’s favourite desert and eat it together at home, making it the perfect intimate end to an evening.