Tips on a Romantic Dinner at Home

It's nice to splurge on a romantic dinner at a restaurant sometimes, but nothing beats a relaxing meal for two at home. By dining at home, you can control the menu as well as the evening's entertainment.

Plan the Menu

Even if you already have a special dish in mind, it’s smart to ask your partner what she likes to eat. If she’s a vegetarian or has food allergies, you’ll need to know before planning a meal. You may want the meal to be a surprise, but it’s better to share your intended menu with your partner ahead of time. Listen to her suggestions, and you’ll look like a thoughtful and caring mate.
It’s sometimes tough to plan dinner when you or your partner has special dietary needs. You’ll find hundreds of appetizing dishes online. Search for specific food terms, such as “gluten-free” or “kosher,” followed by the word “recipes.” You can bookmark the best recipes so you’ll have plenty of choices now and for future dinners.
For something different and unexpected, try a meal of appetizers and finger foods instead of a big sit-down dinner. Finger foods work well for snacking during other activities, such as watching movies or playing games.

Atmosphere

Your home might not rival the elegance of a fancy four-star restaurant, but you can still impress your partner with a charming and romantic atmosphere. Start by cleaning up the dining room and anywhere else your partner might go, including the bathroom, kitchen, living room and bedroom. If your partner lives with you, you’ll score extra points for tidying up your home.
Choose appropriate music for the evening that both you and your partner enjoy. Make sure your playlist is set on repeat for a few hours of favourite songs or stream music from your favourite radio station so nothing interrupts your romantic evening. The Wireless Multiroom speakers can be placed throughout the house so you can either play your music playing the same song or different music for different settings.

Cooking

Don’t start cooking until your partner arrives at your home. You want to serve the meal when it’s hot and fresh; food that’s been drying out in a pot for 20 minutes isn’t very appealing. One exception is if you’re cooking a dish that takes hours to make, such as a large roasted chicken or turkey. If your partner enjoys cooking, she may offer to help you make the meal. Even if you have a small kitchen, an Oven with a cooker Hob gives you plenty of room to work together.
Prepare your ingredients in advance and have them ready to cook so your partner won’t need to wait long for the meal. Preheat the oven, chop all vegetables, measure spices and set out your pots and pans before she arrives. If you’re cooking from a recipe, read over it at least once and have it ready in the kitchen. Use your tablet’s browser or file system to display the recipe in an easy-to-see spot.

Activities

The fun doesn’t need to end after dinner. Keep the night alive by watching romantic movies on TV or dancing to the playlist of songs you set up on your computer. Go for a walk around your neighborhood or head to the local park and sit on the swings.
If you and your partner like playful competition, try some card games or board games. Your partner may prefer cooperative games that task you with solving puzzles as a team. If your partner’s not familiar with video games, stick with a game that has simple controls and a straightforward goal.