It’s important to make time for your partner throughout your relationship, but as time passes, it can be easy to let other things get in the way. Whether you are raising kids together, or you have a demanding working schedule or something else that is dominating your time, before you know it, you will be wondering when was the last time you both did something together as a couple. Even if you can’t have date nights as regularly as you might like, you still need to set aside some time that you can share. So, if you’ve been missing alone time with the one you love, here are a few excellent date night ideas to help you recapture the magic.
1. Chocolate Tasting
Food often brings people together, and although dinner dates are the most traditional route to go down, why not try a chocolate tasting instead? It’s a perfect treat for chocolate lovers and can be both an indulgent and interesting experience for couples to enjoy together. A lot of chocolatiers host tasting events at their stores, but you can also look into trying virtual gourmet chocolate tastings if this will be easier for you both. You will be sent chocolates to try at home, and all you will need is to log into Zoom or another video-calling app where your expert chocolatier will be waiting to talk you through what you have in your box.
2. Cooking Masterclass
This is another great date night option for couples who love food and exploring different cuisines. A cooking masterclass can be a fun way for you both to work together to create a delicious dish and learn new cooking techniques. You’ll also find out more about the ingredients being used and the origins of the dishes you’re making. A little more exciting than just going out for dinner, and you can take your newfound knowledge home with you, too.
3. See Live Music
Live music is always a treat to see, and you don’t necessarily have to go to a big concert to enjoy this experience. The next time you and your partner go out together, try to book a table at a jazz club or another venue that has live music performed. You can either eat at this venue if they provide food, or simply go there after your main meal for some after-dinner drinks and get lost in the music. You could even hit the dancefloor together for a slow dance or something a little more fast-paced, whatever you decide! You can also check Oakland date ideas for more options for your night out.
4. A Night Picnic
This one is better for summertime date nights, but it can be incredibly romantic. You can decide to sit out in your garden for your night picnic, or choose a quiet spot in the park or the countryside to escape to together (just make sure it’s safe at night and that you’re not trespassing!) Prepare some delicious food, take a bottle of sparkling wine with candles and blankets and look up at the stars together while you talk into the evening. Hire a luxury picnic company to create the perfect date. It’s a great way to reconnect and have some true alone time before you head home.
If you’re looking for some inspiration for your next date night with your partner, consider the suggestions above and see which ones would work for you as a couple.
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Meg is an author at Cinnamon Hollow. She writes on a variety of topics sharing tips and ideas for daily life.