Sometimes, all you want to do for your other half is a romantic candlelit dinner. There is nothing more comforting than good food with perfect company. The only problem is, where do you start? Here are a few steps you should follow when planning the perfect evening. This will guarantee a night to remember that you will want to create over and over again and not just when you want to spoil your special someone.
Set the Scene
If you want your candlelit dinner, you obviously must have candles. Then, make sure you plan to place the table in an area where there are lights that you can dim. Sitting in a room with candles only might be very romantic, however, we do suggest you have some other light by hand that you can play with. For the candles, we recommend buying the unscented ones. You wouldn’t want to take a bite from your mouthwatering dish, blended with the smell of wild berries and bergamot.
Table Decoration
Adorn the table with romantic elements that will boost the atmosphere. Select soft and comforting flowers, or you can even just sprinkle flower petals. If you really want to give the scenery a personal touch, you can add a handwritten menu with the dishes you prepared, and if you are already in the mood to write, you can add a poem to share your thoughts and feelings.
Kitchen Master
We know that if you are planning a candlelit dinner, you want it to be the best, and that means the best dishes, too. But please, don’t challenge yourself too much. Choose dishes you know you will be able to prepare and that you are confident will taste good. Alternatively, you can order your partner’s favorite takeaway. Who said a romantic dinner had to be homemade?
Which Beverage?
Don’t just settle for a bottle of wine to escort your candlelit dinner. Make a ceremony out of it and take it a step further. Start the evening with a cold glass of bubbly champagne. To accompany the starters, you can choose a crisp glass of white followed by the best red wine. There are wonderful wines out there that won’t cost you an arm and a leg, and the experience of drinking wine in such a way is not something that happens every day.
Master the Music
Choose the perfect playlist for the perfect ambiance. We are big lovers of classic jazz, such as classic piano tunes or traditional blues. There are endless playlists to choose from on Spotify. Alternatively, you can go for a playlist of songs that mean something to you and your artist. For example, songs that remind you of places are always an excellent start for going down memory lane together.
What to Wear?
Elegent, elegent, elegent. Even though you are in the comfort of your home, dress as if you are not. Find your best dress, do your hair, put on some make-up, add some of your best jewelry, and look (and feel your best). Give your evening the respect it deserves; we promise it will show you respect back. It will be a night to remember.
End it With Sweetness
Save the best for last. Think of the most indulging dessert you can think of, and it doesn’t have to be homemade. Many bakeries will happily offer you exquisite desserts that will provide the perfect closing note for your romantic candlelit dinner. No matter how good the rest of the dinner is, the final flavors are what is going to linger on, so make sure they are unforgettable.
The Perfect Touch
Creating the perfect art is considered by many as art. There is a lot of attention to detail and many small elements to take care of. It’s best to plan in advance. Set up the ultimate scenery, think of the best dishes you can do, homemaker or takeaway, and seal everything with a sweet kiss.