10 Romantic Breakfast Ideas
by kalyani10
Morning shows the day, goes the old adage. So what better way to ensure a great day for you and your beloved than having a romantic breakfast together? Whether you are a new couple still discovering the pleasures of being together or a long married one looking to inject some variety in your daily routine, here are ten great breakfast ideas for couples that are sure to leave a whiff of romance lingering through the day.
- Breakfast in bed
For those partners who value a practical treat more highly than symbolic gesture as evidence of love, a breakfast in bed is the perfect way to begin a day. This however works best on a holiday when neither has to rush to work. Set a breakfast tray with whatever your partner likes to have best in the morning – fried eggs, a slice of fresh fruit or even some cereal. Finally don’t forget the morning newspaper or a nicely-decorated flower in a glass to give your romantic breakfast that extra special touch.
- Catch the sunrise
If you both are the outdoor type and don’t mind getting up before dawn, what better way to have a date than watch the sun rise on the horizon. Take a gentle hike through the woods or a familiar mountain trail. Bring along a bag lunch of fruit juice, granola bars and trail mix. And then when you come upon a cozy nook, take a break and enjoy your snack as well as each other’s company while admiring the view before you.
- Picnic in the park
A less adventurous variation of the above idea, a picnic in the park is perfect for couples who wish to have a romantic breakfast without venturing too far out. Pack a picnic hamper with sandwiches, juice and some tasty treats for dessert. After you have wrapped up the eats, go for a stroll along the walking trail or feed the ducks, all the while having a nice conversation.
- Woo with waffles
For the traditional at heart, few breakfast ideas can get more romantic than home-made chocolate waffles. For this you can simply add some cocoa to your favorite waffle recipe or buy a chocolate waffle mix from the store. Pour mix onto hot waffle iron and Cook until golden brown. Finally serve your sweetheart hot home-made waffles with honey or a hard sauce and loads of sticky kisses.
- A home-cooked breakfast
If you and your partner are living together and are looking to do something different on a weekend morning, how about planning a home-cooked breakfast for him/her? Get all the ingredients of your sweetie’s favorite breakfast and slip out of bed early to rustle up a special breakfast. It could have a gourmet menu like croissants, baguettes and smoked bacon or be a simple pancake and eggs affair but maybe with a special accompaniment like freshly-made cranberry sauce instead of maple syrup from a bottle. Just-baked muffins or scones could be other alternatives if you wish your partner to wake up to the aroma of fresh baking. Just remember to give the layout a special touch, perhaps with clean and crisp napkins, bright crockery and a bunch of flowers. Alternatively you could even serve it in bed only make sure your partner is properly awake to notice your efforts.
- Hearty and healthy
On the other hand if your partner is a health freak, rustle up something that would be good for his/her heart in more ways than one. Whip up an Orange Sunrise smoothie show them you love their heart as well as their arteries. A thick and fresh smoothie which uses orange yoghurt instead of cream will satisfy your partner’s sweet tooth without stretching his/her waistbands. Finally garnish with some naturally heart-shaped strawberries and serve with a heart crazy straw.
- Breakfast on the beach
If you are lucky enough to live in a seaside town, plan a morning at the beach. Throw in a blanket, beach umbrella and some sunscreen in the boot of your car and then head out to claim your place on the sand. You could bring along some tuna sandwiches for a sunny breakfast but a far better idea would be to explore the beachside shacks which often turn out to have some very appetizing seafood dishes. Chili prawns, shrimp omelettes, grilled lobsters and a mussel casserole are perhaps some of the few options that you can explore with your beloved. Only ensure that neither of you is allergic to seafood or you could find yourself rushing to the emergency room instead of walking hand-in-hand on the beach.
- Delightful Doughnuts
There is something about that can take you back to the days of childhood when diet plans and calorie crunches belonged to another world. Bring back the deliciously sweet days of childhood into your love life by treating your partner with some delightful heart shaped doughnuts. Pour doughnut batter in heart-shaped doughnut pan which has been greased with non-stick cooking spray. After these are done and cooled, decorate with pretty sprinkles. And since these are baked, not fried, it only means that you both can gorge on them without feeling guilty.
- Weekend brunch
When you and your partner have the whole day at your disposal, a great idea is to sleep in and then go out for a weekend brunch. In fact this also suits couples who are too busy to meet for lunch during the week but at the same time want to avoid the pressures of a dinner date. Also meeting up for a late morning brunch over the weekend can be the perfect starter date for a couple who are just getting to know each other. If you want to make it a special event, by all means dress up and turn out in your very best for the Sunday brunch. If all goes well, you can even celebrate with a glass of champagne or indulge yourselves with a sinfully decadent dessert.
- Raise a toast
If it is a special occasion like Valentine’s Day or a wedding anniversary that you wish to celebrate with a romantic breakfast, how about start the romantic day with some champagne? Better still raise a toast with a pink champagne by rustling up a delicious Raspberry Royale right in your kitchen. All you need is 3/4 cup framboise, fresh raspberries for garnish and one bottle good Champagne to come with a simple yet impressive morning cocktail which can put a zing to your day ahead.
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