Ditch the Restaurant: How to Create the Ultimate Date Night with HelloFresh

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If you and your partner are well overdue for a date night but lining up all your ducks to make going out for dinner happen feels more like mission impossible than a romantic escape, don’t despair! The good news is that you don’t need a fancy restaurant, over-priced food, or even a babysitter to enjoy some quality one-on-one time together. With a little help from HelloFresh you can create a delicious, stress-free date night at home that feels just as special. All you need to worry about is getting the kids into bed on time so you can enjoy some much-needed downtime together.

Restaurant Quality Meals That Won’t Break the Bank

One of the best things about going out to eat is picking something new to try or indulging in something a little bit fancy. HelloFresh delivers on both counts, with over 40 meals to choose from weekly, including several ‘gourmet’ options. But, by having all the necessary ingredients delivered to your door instead of to a restaurant table, you can do date night even on the tightest budget!

Dining out can be pricey, (even when you leave the kids at home). Once you’ve factored in a main meal each, a glass of wine or two, maybe a starter or dessert, (not to mention paying the babysitter), you’re close to spending the week’s grocery budget! With HelloFresh meal kits you can prepare delicious restaurant quality meals in your own home without the restaurant markup. Plus, you’ll have more control over portion-size and ingredients, which is particularly important for anyone navigating allergies, dietary restrictions, or just trying to eat a little healthier.

You Can Cook Together

If one person usually takes on the dinner duties while the other scrolls on their phone, cooking together can be a nice change. The step-by-step recipe cards make it easy for even inexperienced cooks to have confidence in the kitchen. So, pour a wine, chat about your day, and let date night begin as you prepare a delicious meal to enjoy together in less than 30 minutes.

Set the Mood

Whether you decide to dress up for the occasion, or relax back in your comfiest lounge clothes, don’t forget to set the mood! All it takes to add some ambiance is some low lighting, candles and your favourite playlist on in the background. Plus dining at home means you don’t have to deal with noisy diners, long wait times, or tipping the wait staff!

It’s Still Doable After the Kids Have Gone to Bed

If you’ve had a long hard day at work or at home child-wrangling, sometimes just the thought of getting ready and leaving home at 7.30-8pm to go and eat can feel exhausting! But, even after a busy day, date night doesn’t need to be off the table with a little help from HelloFresh. One of the great things about having date night at home is that you don’t have to book a table or a babysitter for a certain time, so there is no added time pressure. You have everything you need in the perfect portion size ready to be whipped up into a feast – and date night starts as soon as the kids go to bed (and stay there).

You don’t need a slap-up meal in a five-star venue (followed by an eye-watering bill) to create a special date night with your partner. Sometimes the most meaningful moments happen when you are relaxing in your own home, sipping wine while something simmers, and reconnecting without the distractions of the outside world. HelloFresh makes it easy to enjoy a delicious meal together – no stress, no planning, no grocery shopping, and no babysitter required!

Ready to plan your next date-night at home? Don’t miss this fantastic offer to save up to $200 off 6 boxes from HelloFresh. Valid only for new customers and past customers (who have been cancelled for more than 6 months. Use code MLOUNGEFRESH at the checkout to redeem!