Bring the romance home and enjoy a perfect picnic in your garden
The month of love is finally here, and if you were looking for an excuse to do something special for your partner, well, now you have it. Although the month of love isn’t the only time you should celebrate the love you both share, it won’t hurt to have one more special surprise for your loved one.
And, we all know that romancing your partner doesn’t have to be expensive, it just needs to be thoughtful. And, what’s more thoughtful than a romantic picnic, especially in the comfort of your own home. Planning a date night at home with your partner is one of the best ways to spend quality time together.
You won’t experience any interruptions, and you’ll be more comfortable in your own space. Allowing both of you to have conversations and laughs without any unwanted attention.
So, if you’re looking for ideas on how you can bring the romance home, then read the article below.
Set a date
Life can get busy, so you need to set a suitable date, especially if your partner has a busy work schedule. Unfortunately, many people have to bring work home, as there isn’t enough time during the day. So, plan it a few days in advance and have that time blocked off on their calendar. You don’t have to tell them exactly what you are planning; you can just say you want to spend quality time together. Lastly, make sure you also check the weather for the set date, to ensure it’s not raining, cold or too hot.
Make a checklist
You want your picnic to be special for your partner, so you need to make sure you don’t forget anything. Forgetting things, and having to go back and forth will disrupt your evening. So, to be on the safe side, have a checklist with all the important items you need to have. This will help you to plan everything seamlessly, without having to run around at the last minute. Items you can add to the checklist are:
- Plates
- Glasses
- Cutlery
- Napkins
- Table cloth
- Bottle opener
- Fresh flowers
- Candles
- Wipes
Create a menu with all the food your partner loves
For one night, put all your meal planning aside and make the food you and your partner enjoy. And, if you’re on a strict diet, then it can be your official cheat day for the week. The wonderful thing about having a picnic in the comfort of your own home is that you don’t have to worry about what food is suitable for travelling. But, to keep the “feel” of a picnic date, you may want to stick to a finger foods menu or light meals, you can cook ahead of time. That way, by the time your partner arrives home, everything is ready to eat.
Set the scene for a magical night
Picnic blankets are okay, but if you’re planning on pulling out all the stops, then a picnic table is the way to go. And, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want a table in your home, and this is the perfect reason to purchase a table for your home. You can either buy a table from a timber supplier or if you’re into DIY, then you can buy timber and make it yourself. You can find pine timber from many timber suppliers in Cape Town, or any city in South Africa, which sells high-quality timber. Once the table has been set, you can add a few candles and flowers. Not only can it be a picnic, but you can make it into a private candlelight dinner in your own garden. For your musical playlist, you can create a playlist that describes how you feel about them or a playlist of all the songs you both love.
Have romantic activities planned
Picnics with your significant other are all about spending quality time together. But, this doesn’t mean you can’t incorporate a few activities. For example, if you both love reading, you can bring your favourite books, play board games or you can dance under the stars. As long as you do something you and your partner enjoy, it will become a memorable evening. Don’t forget to take pictures, so that you both have the memory of your date.
Final thoughts
Planning a date doesn’t need to be stressful or take a lot of work to do. The simple plans you make are the ones that are the most successful. And, you need to remember that when you’re showing your partner that you care for them, it doesn’t need to be over the top. So, if you have your checklist, music, food ready, and know when your partner is available, then you’re all set for the perfect picnic.