Three Tips on Having a Romantic Dinner

Do you know what it takes to have that memorable romantic dinner? A lot of people, especially the guys constantly wonder what ingredients should be on a dinner date to make it something that will be for the books, that he and his date will cherish for the rest of their relationship (and maybe even after that). The thing with these dates is that they really need to be thought of and planned, as lack of thought and planning usually results in wasted efforts, as the event might end up with a lot of twists and turns that would turn it into a disaster.

So, what would make a dinner date romantic and memorable? Here are some ideas to help those clueless people, especially the guys:

·                     The location doesn’t have to be an overly plush restaurant.

The idea of romance goes out of the window the moment any of the two parties realize they don’t have enough money to pay for their rather expensive feast. Even before that, you won’t necessarily feel romantic once you see a lot of figures on each item on the menu. Worse, if there are no prices on the menu, you will be met with exorbitant prices. The location should not scream expensive, but should exude cosiness and intimacy instead. A dinner at the water front with views of the bay and the feel of the soft breeze should make for something to remember for years.

·                     Conversation should be free-flowing and audible.

There have been many a boyfriend or husband that have earned the scorn of their girlfriends and wives because they had a date somewhere with rock bands and loud music blasting from speakers. How can you hear each other talk when you have to strain just to hear each other? Make sure you find a place that is not necessarily monastery quiet, but would allow you to converse without having to shout on top of whatever ambient noise there is. Shouting at each other in a supposedly romantic setting definitely breaks the mood.

·                     The food should be excellent.

Whether you prefer a more casual dining experience with a movie and dinner or a more intimate experience, you have to make sure the food is impeccable. Nothing else can be blamed if after a series of awkward moments, the food you share ends up tasteless, undercooked, or poorly seasoned. What memories can be had when you ended up not enjoying the food in your date? The thing is, with bad company, you can have a good number of excuses to get out of it, like having another commitment, or suddenly having a migraine that would require you to rest. What do you do when you ate bad food? Throw up? Take one bite and go hungry for the rest of the evening?

In all of these tips, Hana Zen Restaurant in Pier 39 and Union Square passes with flying colors. You get spectacular views while having dinner by the bay or right in the middle of the city, delectable authentic Japanese food prepared by expert chefs, and an ambiance that’s romantic and intimate, but isn’t too heavy on the pocket. Suddenly, having dinner that’s high on romance and low on hassle doesn’t seem to be so difficult anymore!