Can Food Be Romantic?

Can food be romantic? Well, you can almost say that, because first dates almost always consist of that. A really good dish almost works wonders as an aphrodisiac and a mood enhancer. Also, a good meal is more than just that, it's a magical moment when the proper conditions are present, like romance. You can also tell how your date behaves, in so many ways, like the way the person treats the waiter, how patient is, what kind of food likes, manners, and so on. All in one round trip!

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People tend to pick a restaurant for this purpose, especially on a first date, because this is a crucial moment which would determine if there is going to be a second. At the same time, you get into details about his or her life and start analyzing if you are staring at marriage material, casual company, or just plain sex. I don't know if you have thought about all the information and insight you could get from a date in a restaurant, but truth is, you couldn't get to a better place. If you go to a local pub, or a disco, you could barely hear each other, which is a downturn and not appropriate for the mentioned purpose. If that does happen to you, maybe the person is not really interested in your life, and is only looking for sex or just company. If the person wants to be alone with you in a quiet place, like many restaurants are, with dim lights, fine food and so on, there may be something in the air, at least a genuine interest, believe me.

Of course, you could not tell everything just from a first date. Many people try to impress doing two things: ordering the best plate and not eating much of it, to send the message that they can afford it and are not desperate munchers. This might look good at first, but check out the behavior later on, like in a fast food restaurant or something, to see if they are the real thing. Another thing, look for the alcohol. If your date orders too many rounds in your first date at a restaurant, beware of him or her being a heavy drinker, which could lead to trouble in the future.

I don't want to sound like a cupid killer, of course. A very nice meal with good company is one of the best things in life, and can be very romantic, but it's also as revealing as reading a magazine, so stay tuned.

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