Cozy in love: 8 creative date night ideas at home
The couple that Blue Aprons together, stays together.
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Looking for fun date night ideas at home? We’ve compiled eight cozy ways to rekindle romance without leaving your house.
Here are 8 romantic date night ideas to enjoy at home:
These date night ideas at home are perfect for couples who want to keep the spark alive without going out.
1. Cook a romantic meal together
After the kids are asleep, slip into the kitchen together to cook a fancier meal than your usual weeknight fare.
Try a meal kit delivery service like Blue Apron to make amazing meals easier to cook together.
Cook-together-at-home meal plan:
Ingredients—
- An outfit that makes you feel amazing
- Some romantic tunes that bring back memories
- A few strategically placed candles
- A tasty beverage of your choice
Bon Appetite!
2. Take it slow with a delectable mezze feast
Instead of cooking an indulgent meal together, buy a feast of ingredients and nosh on them for hours.
We adore The Baker Mama Maegan Brown’s Mediterranean mezze delight (above).
We love that this dish allows you to savor a variety of flavors with your sweetie. Take it slow and enjoy every. single. one.
Ingredients—
- Cucumbers
- Mini bell peppers
- Baby carrots
- Peppadews
- Feta cheese
- A variety of olives
- Stuffed grape leaves
- Stuffed dates
- Date bread
- Pita bread
- Tzatziki sauce
- Lemon hummus
- Beet hummus
3. Take a bath—alone or together
Bath or shower, alone or together—spend some time getting reacquainted with a warm, relaxing dip.
If your bath isn’t large enough to accommodate the two of you, hop into the shower together. ?
Ingredients:
- Candles
- Relaxing music
- Bubble bath
- A bubbly drink
4. Play bartender/ barmaid
Hit the bar—the one in your dining room—by dressing up a bar cart and featuring a specialty cocktail.
Let your mate play bartender and enjoy an evening of tasting and conversation.
5. Invite a crowd
Make date night in a little more exciting by inviting a few couple friends for an intimate evening. Dinner + party = Date night at your place.
Set the table with your fanciest china (or pick up some fun new pieces from Tar-Jay) and drop in a gorgeous floral arrangement to make the table really pop.
6. Paint me like one of your French girls
Or just eat like one.
Take a culinary trip to the site of a favorite romantic getaway—dine like you’re noshing on a French baguette on your honeymoon in Paris, eat like your amazing trip to Egypt, or indulge in desserts from your epic trip to China.
7. Open up Pandora’s box
Buy and try a sexy at-home date night like the one from The Fantasy Box. Each kit includes some sexy lingerie for you, some toys to play with, and some tips to get you started.
Buy a box and all you need to do is follow the instructions. Or take matters into your own hands and make the rules up as you go. ?
8. Play the Game of Love
Treat your lov-ah to a bedtime surprise.
The Game of Love is a customizable bed sheet board game.
Using washable fabric markers write in each space with a sexy question, activity, gift, mini game etc.
Pop the sheet on your bed, make the bed as usual, and at bedtime pull off an epic surprise for your partner! Roll the die, and together complete each space that you land on.
Tips to make your date night unforgettable
Want to make your at-home date night feel extra special? Here are a few simple ways to set the mood and make it a night to remember:
- Set the scene with lighting – Dim the overhead lights and use candles, fairy lights, or even a fireplace to create a warm, intimate atmosphere. Soft lighting can instantly make your space feel more romantic.
- Dress up (even at home!) – Swap out the sweats for something that makes you feel confident and attractive. Whether it’s a fancy dress or a stylish shirt, dressing up can elevate the mood and make the night feel more like a real date.
- Minimize distractions – Put your phones on silent, turn off the TV (unless it’s part of the plan), and focus on each other. Create a no-interruption zone so you can fully enjoy each other’s company.
We can’t guarantee that you’ll make it to the end of the game but we can promise a good time will be had by all. ?
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