T he key to a successful dating life is small gestures to show how important your partner is to you. So we bring you simple tips on how to make the perfect date night meal.
Experimenting and being honest about your likes and dislikes is always a good thing when you are dating. Getting to know the other person can seem a little daunting at first but it's worth the time when you find someone who is at the same wavelength as yours.
Of course, arguments may arise and fights happen but that's only a natural part of trying to work things out and making life better for both of you.
One way or another, a date night is always the best way to spice up your dating life and beat the boredom you've been feeling lately!
- Finding Out Preferences
Before you can start preparing a meal with enthusiasm, you need to find out your partner's preferences so you don't end up making Italian food when they prefer Chinese food instead, making things awkward for both of you.
You can do this by casually asking them about the kinds of foods they like and what dinner choices are their favorite ones. This way you will also obtain some options in case one meal is difficult for you as compared to the other one.
- Find A Good Recipe
The internet is filled with recipes brimming with ingredients you probably won't be able to find anywhere. Choose a recipe that you know you'll be able to replicate easily without losing your mind because cooking doesn't always go how you plan it to.
Your well-anticipated meal may turn into goo so it doesn't hurt to be extra careful while planning and organizing your date night meal. Don’t be afraid to go through options and tick and cross as suitable.
- Gathering Ingredients
Now it's time to gather the necessary ingredients mentioned in the recipe you have chosen to act on. Make a list of all the things you'll need to cook the meal and double-check it before the special day so you're not missing any necessary ingredients to cook it.
You should also check if you have the required appliances to go through it, some examples include a non-stick frying pan, a stirring pot, etc. Contrary to popular belief, stirring pots are used more by ordinary people than witches to cook potions. In this case, however, cook like you’re in fact making a love potion because the taste should be able to enhance your partner’s love for you.
- Experimenting Before The Day
If you're not very good at cooking, it is always a good idea to try to cook the meal beforehand and have someone taste it for you. Try to take constructive criticism so your date night may turn out perfect and not a sore eye to both of you.
This way you'll know which techniques you need to improve and what mistakes to avoid. If needed, you can also prepare some ingredients beforehand which can be refrigerated and don’t need to be made from the start.
- Setting The Table And The Mood
Try setting the mood with a few scented candles, your date's favorite flowers, and maybe a good romantic movie before dinner. Get a tablecloth suited for this occasion and don’t forget to put a centerpiece with roses or their favorite flowers in between.
Also try to make the presentation of your food as aesthetic as possible because indeed, half the taste is in the presentation. If you’re not sure what looks best, you can always try searching for it on mediums like youtube and google, and surely, among a thousand options, you’ll find one that is suitable for you.
- Match Your Actions With Your Words
Although this gesture is sweet and shows your affection towards your date, it's still important to remember to express these feelings in words as well. Some people like to hear how special they are instead of just being shown, and if you're planning this date night after a fight to coax your date into a better mood, do not forget a card that says you're sorry and why, because communication is a vital part of any relationship.
So, we hope our ideas on how to make a perfect date night meal will help impress your date and take your relationship a step further in a direction both of you are happy with!
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