Give the Gift of Romance to a Hopeless Eternal Bachelor

Posted by myarticlenetwork on January 21, 2010

We all have a friend who is totally helpless in the kitchen.  Actually, if you don’t have a friend like that, read on, because I have enough friends who meet that description to share at least one of mine with you.

I probably should warn you in advance that you better like this friend quite a bit, because the gift tip I’m going to offer is a bit on the pricey side, although it is worth every penny.  Perhaps that nameless guy is your roommate, your cousin or even your own son who you can seem to get to move out of your house.

Give the gift of a nice romantic dinner with the person of his own choice–right there in his home.  Let’s face it, nothing sweeps a potential partner off his or her feet quite like a private, romantic, home made dinner.  Now, the friend I’m thinking of needs all the help he can get in this regard.  You may need to be very specific when you give him your gift and the instructions to go with it.  Remind him to light candles, choose the music for him and suggest he pick up his dirty socks.

Start with a gift of a gourmet cheese for the beginning course  If he is capable of slicing a couple pears or apples, suggest that as well.  This course can actually be a nice appetizer, before they are actually seated at the dining table.

For the main course, present him with a gift certificate for a delicious lobster dinner or perhaps a surf and turf meal, if he is a beef addict.  As noted, this guy needs plenty of help, so the fresher the lobster the better.

End the evening with a delicious, New York cheesecake or a turtle cheesecake, if he is a chocolate enthusiast for dessert.  Whichever cheesecake option you choose, tell him to spruce up the serving with a few fresh berries or a sprig of fresh mint.

If he drinks alcoholic beverages, do not trust him to choose the wine for the dinner.  Lobster is very hearty fare, so don’t be afraid to suggest he pair it with a bold wine such as a Merlot or even a Burgundy.

Once you’ve done your part in the scheme, relax until you receive the engagement announcement.  If you learn that the perfect evening didn’t work, just give up on him, and next time you can enjoy the delicious meal with your own favorite partner.