Planning your first Valentine's Day together doesn't have to be stressful! Pick something you know you will both enjoy, don't put pressure on yourself to be perfect, and just love being with each other. After all, this is the day to really celebrate your relationship and love for one another. Not sure what to do for your first Valentine's Day together? Consider these ideas before making plans to celebrate this day with your loved one.
A Romantic, Homemade Meal for Two
While going out on Valentine's Day can be romantic, restaurants often have limited menus with fixed prices. Cooking dinner at home is a great way to celebrate each other; after all, the way to a man's heart is definitely through his stomach, and women love men who can cook, so it's really a win-win situation for both sexes. As far as what to cook, choose a tried and true, yet delicious recipe for dinner, and then attempt to make a special appetizer or dessert. This addition will elevate your meal from a typical dinner to a special occasion.
Sunday Brunch
In 2011, Valentine's Day falls on a Monday, but why not celebrate the day before by enjoying a Sunday brunch? Sleep in on Sunday morning, and then head to a nearby restaurant to enjoy brunch together. Several expensive restaurants offer reasonable brunch prices on the weekends; this is a great way to try a new place without spending a lot of money. So, sip a mimosa (or two), order your eggs any way you like them, and toast to celebrating your first Valentine's Day together.
Plan a Weekend Getaway
If you're willing to spend a little extra this Valentine's Day, try planning a romantic weekend away. See what attractions are available within a decent driving distance, and plan your weekend around this. Some options include skiing, wine tasting, visiting museums, or even ice skating. Discuss options together, or be ultra romantic and whisk your lover away as a surprise.
Relaxing Evening for Two
If a night on the town is not you or your significant other's ideal date, stay in! Order from your favorite take-out place, open a good bottle of wine, pop in a favorite movie, and cuddle on the couch. To make this evening a little more special, make a homemade dessert to indulge in after the movie. An easy, foul-proof and romantic dessert is chocolate fondue. Melt your favorite brand of chocolate and then dip strawberries, pretzels, pieces of pound cake or whatever you like into the melted chocolate for a decadent and delicious treat.
Alison Reidy - Alison Reidy is new to the world of freelance writing. She currently teaches high school English and is working on completing her Master's ...
