At-Home Date Night Ideas

Before lockdown, date night would usually involve a trip out of the house – whether that was to a restaurant, a bar or the cinema, the world was our oyster. These days options are a little more limited, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a romantic evening with your other half. Organising an at-home date night can serve as a reminder that relationships can be exciting without expensive bells and whistles, and if you get creative there are plenty of possibilities. Here we share some lockdown date ideas for couples living together.

Plan the perfect picnic

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Picnics are becoming a huge part of the UK’s socially distanced summer, particularly as we’ve been blessed with some beautiful weather over the past few weeks. If you’re planning a picnic date, start by checking out our guides to the best parks in London and the rest of the UK and Ireland for location inspiration. Bonus point if you can find one in your area which is near a pub that’s offering takeaway drinks. We’ve pulled together some healthy picnic recipes here, but you could also consider ordering a hamper – we recommend Pique, which offers a selection of different menus including the recently launched Perrier-Jouët Celebration Brunch box. This is a good option for couples who don’t live together too, as it can be done outdoors while maintaining social distancing.

Recreate the restaurant experience at home

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Restaurants may be closed, but who says you can’t recreate the dining out experience at home? Many eateries have launched delivery services in the wake of the pandemic, including lots of fancy ones: Gymkhana, Nobu London and HIDE, to name a few. Alternatively, cook it yourself – either with one of you taking the lead or working as a team. Check out chef Paul Shearing’s guide to the perfect romantic dinner for tips on all things ambience and aphrodisiacs. If you live with other people, request the kitchen or dining room to yourselves for an evening. Lay the table nicely, light some candles, put on a romantic playlist and feast away. Date night, sorted.

Do a yoga class together

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As lockdown continues, the need for yoga is greater than ever. Not only does it help ease stiff joints from moving less and lower back pain from makeshift home desks, the spiritual, mindful element can be soothing in times of uncertainty. It’s also a great couples’ activity: doing yoga with your partner is said to strengthen bonds, deepen connections and build trust. Many teachers are taking their classes online while studios are closed, or you could book a private session with My:Method. Afterwards, enjoy a cosy home-cooked meal together – made better with post-yoga happy endorphins.

Bring the theatre to you

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A trip to the theatre is out of the question at the moment, but plenty of shows are being streamed online. Grange Park Opera founder Wasfi Kani has devised a season of entirely new content for the summer, The National Theatre is streaming weekly performances of popular shows, and Shakespeare’s Globe is screening some of the Bard’s best-loved works via its free YouTube channel. Nothing beats the experience of going to the theatre – but at least you won’t have any issues with tall heads on rows in front. Check out our pick of the best virtual theatre here.

Cook up a storm

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Cooking with your other half is a great way to have some quality time together without any pressure – but after so many weeks of lockdown, kitchen creativity levels may be dropping. If that’s the case, why not try something new by getting involved with one of the many virtual cooking lessons taking place at the moment? The Initiative’s virtual supper club series offers the chance to cook alongside renowned chefs: just sign up online, and 24 hours before you’ll receive a package with all ingredients needed for the menu, including an aperitif and a bottle of wine. Masterclass, meanwhile, offers pre-recorded cooking classes with the likes of Gordon Ramsay and Dominique Ansel.

Have a cheese and wine night

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Nothing beats a glass of vino and a cheese board. Order in some nice wine with one of these alcohol delivery services – splash out with high-end wine company Hedonism, or keep it simple with Majestic. Lots of great cheese companies are offering nationwide delivery too, such as Paxton & Whitfield, Neal’s Yard Dairy and The Cheese Works. If you fancy taking it one step further, book a virtual cheese and wine tasting – Loki Wine is running frequent hour-long video sessions for £55 including three bottles of wine, plus an extra £10 for cheese from Anderson & Hill.

Make cocktails

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Cocktail date night is always fun, and can easily be done from home. If you’re in need of some guidance, book onto one of the award-winning classes from Mixology Events, which take place every Wednesday and Friday. Participants will receive a professional cocktail making kit prior to the masterclass, with all the ingredients and equipment needed to mix up classic cocktails at home including premium spirits, mixers and fresh fruit. Alternatively, brave it alone: here we share four twists on the classic Margarita.

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