Inviting a woman over for a dinner date for the first time is a tough hurdle in any relationship. It can be a wonderful intimate experience for both of you to kick back and truly relax. Unfortunately it can also lead to disaster very easily. Here are some simple tips to consider before undertaking such an important event.
If you have been smart enough to ask her on previous dates what her favorite take out foods are, then coming up with a suitable menu to order in is a cake walk. It has a couple of benefits in that you are not stressed about cooking, and if she does not particularly like it you can blame someone else. Just make sure that you do not promise her home cooked when you invite her. However, if you do feel like you’re a good cook, here are some dos and don’ts:
Things That You Should Do
Unless your date does not like wine, or does not drink at all, wine is a good choice. It shows sophistication, and at the same time shows her that you can do more than just guzzle beer. Pick something appropriate. A red like a Merlot or Cabernet sauvignon for red meats, or a white, like pinot grigio, chardonnay, or sauvignon blanc for chicken or fish. And do not cheap out or go too expensive. Something in the $12.00 to $20.00 a bottle range for a dinner date will likely prove sufficient, and will be acceptable even if she has a more educated pallet than you do.
Even if she is not into Japanese sushi or maki, then picking up some simple vegetarian California rolls ahead of time and keeping them in the fridge would be appropriate.
A pot roast can be fine because you can leave it on for longer than planned and it will still be okay. Stay away from an open roast, or lamb chops which will be ruined if she is delayed for some reason. Anything that can be kept on warm in the oven after cooking is a good choice. Anything that can be cooked in a few minutes after she arrives is a good choice. Anything that takes a while to cook and has to be served within a few minutes of being cooked, or something that does not do well being kept warm is a bad choice.
Before undertaking the first cooking date, make sure you have any food allergies down cold. The life threatening ones are worry some, but the annoying little sensitivities can prove to be an intimacy killer as well. Having an over the counter anti histamine like benedryl in your medicine chest for emergencies is always a good idea. It has a pretty long shelf life, so will likely still be good even if you do not tap into it for a couple of years.
Keep your portions small, especially if the food is inherently heavy. You do not want either one of you to be too bloated to have sex afterwards, if the evening turns out as planned.
Candles and music are a must. Choose something that is easy to listen to. A relaxed sonata is easier to digest to than a booming overture.
Bad Things To Do
Don’t try something new. If it doesn’t turn out, then you’re stuck ordering pizza. Stick to your strengths and dazzle her with your expertise.
Avoid anything involving garlic and onion unless you buy her an extra toothbrush in a sealed package. Explain that you didn’t buy it expecting her to use it in the morning, but because you might want to do some kissing. She’ll blush.
You do not have to impress her with fancy china, but on the other hand paper plates are a no-no. For a set of inexpensive matching dinnerware and silverware, Wal-Mart is your friend.
Do not over spice, and stay away from gassy foods like cucumbers. For a similar reason, serving soda pop or beer should be avoided. Burping is just not romantic.
Desert
Light deserts like sherbet, fruit cups or ice cream are in. Cheesecake and similar heavy deserts are out, even in small portions. You do not want anything that can make either of you feel bloated.
Ideally, you want something you can spread on each other if dinner goes really well. Consider keeping some hot fudge warming on the stove top in case of success.
Here's to your success!
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