The pleasure of dating and relationships is directly related to spending time with your loved one. The bond between people grows from shared memories of time spent together and experiences. Of course, you really want to take your passion for one day to Paris for shopping, drink champagne and eat chocolate, but your financial situation plays a significant role in what kind of date you can arrange. However, with creativity, you can have a memorable date without too much expense.
1. Beach. Inexpensive romantic dates are like real estate: it all depends on the location. The beach is characterized by a natural setting, sun and waves. Go to the store and buy a bottle of wine or champagne. Also buy a small package of strawberries, blueberries, apples and a small selection of assorted cheeses. Add a baguette to the set and voila, you have a picnic on the beach. Take a blanket, put your food in a portable refrigerator along with a few packs of ice, and walk with your loved one to the sea. You can sit and relax on the shore, or spend time more actively and even swim. If you want to add some more romance, go to the beach at sunset time.
2. City concert. In many cities and towns, open-air concerts are periodically held in spring or summer. As a rule, admission to such a concert is free or relatively inexpensive. Go to your local grocery store or diner and buy a couple of sandwiches there. Add a couple of side dishes to these, such as red potato salad or potato dumplings with pesto. Also grab a couple of nicely decorated cupcakes and a few bottles of lemonade and you've got a picnic to have at the concert. Spread out the covers, take off your shoes and enjoy the music in the evening air.
3. Dinner with fast food. There is something unexpectedly sweet about the juxtaposition of fine dining and fast food. Cover the table with the finest china. Provide glasses for water, other utensils, and the best appliances that you only use on special occasions. Buy your favorite fast food dish and serve on fine china. The idea of serving a hamburger on an expensive dish carries a romantic mood. Remember to light candles and music to enhance the romantic effect.
4. Cooking dinner over the fire. This option works well if you want to gaze at the stars over a delicious dinner. Go to a forest or park where there is a fireplace and a fire can be made. Buy whatever foil, meat, and vegetables you prefer. Wrap food in foil. Light a small fire. Place the foil wrapped food in the coals and cook for as much as indicated in the recipe. Take a telescope with you and gaze at the stars while dinner is being prepared. When the food is ready, enjoy your dinner.
