Have a great dinner and a movie date night with these romantic comedies and recipes!
Staying in can be one of the best date night options. There are no crowds to fight or babysitters to find—plus it is a great way to save money. Just because you don’t have reservations at your favorite restaurant doesn’t mean you can’t have a little fun and a great meal. Try a twist on the classic date night, dinner and movie, by pairing a romantic comedy with a corresponding recipe. Hopefully, your night will have a fairy tale ending.
50 First Dates
Henry Roth is a man afraid of commitment up until he meets the beautiful Lucy. They hit it off and Henry thinks he's finally found the girl of his dreams, until he discovers she has short-term memory loss and forgets him the very next day. Pair this charming film with a Hawaiian inspired menu that reflects the movie's tropical setting.
Recipe: Hawaiian Forget- Me- Not Chicken Kabobs
Casablanca
Spend a night in with your sweetheart and this seminal noir love story. Set in unoccupied Africa during the early days of World War II: An American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications. Enjoy this classic tale with a delicious Middle-eastern dish inspired by the Moroccan locale.
Recipe: Mysterious Moroccan Couscous with Saffron