Whether or not you’re of Indian descent, you and your honey are sure to enjoy Indian cuisine. Start the meal by sharing a loaf of naan – this truly tasty bread will set a great tone for the rest of the meal. Order tandoori chicken or lamb tikka masala as an entree, and then finish the meal with a refreshing mango lassi. Simply delish!

Take a trip back to the glamorous days of the 1940s by going swing dancing with your honey. You could turn out to be a natural, which will certainly impress your sweetie. But even if you’ve got two left feet, you’re sure to have a good time!

“I meant what I said and I said what I meant. An elephant’s faithful 100%.” ~ “Horton Hears a Who”

Elephants are not only faithful, but are also truly majestic animals. Check some out on your next date by taking a trip to the zoo!

Korean food is delectable but sadly often gets overshadowed by Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, and Thai cuisine. Help correct that imbalance while enjoying a wonderful dinner date by taking your honey to a Korean restaurant. Just be warned, the kimchi can be pretty spicy. So tread carefully if you have a low tolerance for hot ‘n’ spicy food!

Have you and your sweetie tried Lebanese food? If not, you must head to a Lebanese restaurant for your next date! Order a collection of hot and cold mezze, which are small plates similar to Spanish tapas. Start with hummus and baba ghanoush, followed by salads like tabouleh and fattoush, and then add a few more substantive dishes like kebbeh and kebab. Delicious!

Tired of the same old restaurant? Here’s the antidote: try something new, like Peruvian food! With traditional favorites like ceviche, tamales, and empanadas, this South American cuisine provides tasty food for everyone. And for an entree you must try Pollo a la Brasa — it’s sure to be the best roasted chicken you’ve ever tasted!

To go dancing or not to go dancing. That is…not even a question! Trust us, dancing is a fantastic date idea. You can shake what your momma gave you while also being free to get up close and personal with your sweetie. If you’re looking for romance, try ballroom dancing. If you’re in the mood for something sexy, try salsa. And for a burst of true fun, give swing dancing a try!

For more info, check out The BeCouply Blog’s post about dance dates!

The sun has set and you’re eager to go out on the town with your honey. But sometimes hanging at a bar just doesn’t cut it. When you’re in the mood for something a bit more active, try salsa dancing. You and your sweetie can really heat things up on the dance floor. Or you can bring along your closest couple friends and make it a fun group date!

Generally taking place from about 4-7 pm on weekdays, happy hour is the perfect way to unwind from a long day and gear up for a fun night, with great discounts on food and drinks to boot! Going to happy hour is truly one of the best date ideas because it’s casual enough to be appropriate for a first date but still magical for couples who’ve been together for a decade or more.

Lots of couples think of Adams Morgan as a great spot after dark — for dinner, drinks, and dancing. And they are 100% right! But, what couples might not realize is that Adams Morgan is also an awesome area for happy hour. So the next time the clock strikes 5:00, grab your sweetie and head to AdMo for a half-price drink!