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Date night is one of the best parts about being a couple. You get to see the world a little differently as a duo and enjoy what are traditionally considered to be couples’ activities together. And yet there is nothing quite like spending time with your favorite person in the comfort of your own home. You can relax, focus on just being together, and not worry about dinner reservations or making it to the ticket window on time for a show. Continue reading for tips on how you can have the best date night at home, and it all starts with great food.

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Select Great Food

Pizza is the perfect food for practically any occasion. Yet it is especially ideal for date night at home. It is not fussy at all, but tastes amazing right out of the box or after it has been sitting for a bit. Make your meal prep as easy as possible by getting pizza takeout from your favorite restaurant.

Add a few sides that you and your date will enjoy and that are easy to prepare. Pick up pre-cut vegetables from the grocery store and pair them with a quick homemade dip. Add fresh fruit, and you are done.

Don’t Forget Dessert

Dessert is a major player in a successful date night. You can create a variety of different desserts or stick to your date’s favorite. If you do not know what it is, subtly try to find out beforehand. They will appreciate your effort and attention to what they like to eat. Set out your selection and serve it up in style on nice plates. Sit at the table and talk for a while as you savor the flavors, or bring the dessert to the couch and eat while you watch the movie.

Watch a Movie

With the abundance of streaming services available and the constant onslaught of new content, watching a movie at home is not as special as it once was. You can change that by approaching it a little differently. To start, instead of watching show after show or “just one more movie,” turn off the autoplay feature on your smart TV. Next, have an idea of what you might want to watch. Ideally, it will be a new feature or a classic that you both enjoy.

Snacks are Essential

You never want your date to go hungry. Have a variety of tasty snacks on hand. Once again, knowing their favorites will go a long way toward impressing them. Place the snacks in bowls and cover everything up before the date begins. That way, all you will need to do is remove the covers and arrange everything nicely. 

Watch this video for snack recipe inspiration. And remember, you can always serve leftover pizza (if there is any) with the snacks.

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