Dating during quarantine - what does that even look like? Whether you’re a seasoned pro at marriage, a newlywed, fresh in a relationship, or surfing the dating apps, you could feel a little lost when needing to spice things up when our options are slightly limited. Lucky for you, we’ve rounded up our top five date ideas for you to try on your next romantic rendezvous.

Cook a Themed Dinner

This seems like a no-brainer, but we have a way to make this easy idea turn into a night you won’t forget. Find a recipe from your favorite blogger (we recommend @broccyourbody or @halfbakedharvest) divide up the ingredients between the two of you, make a fun playlist on Spotify that fits your dish. Set the ambiance with a themed tablescape, and dress for the occasion. May we recommend a black tie surf-and-turf candlelit dinner or an al-fresco Italian meal? Enlist My Pretty Little Picnic for extra help, and add a projector screen to your backyard for a little entertainment. Cheers!

Explore the Central Valley

Spring is right around the corner, meaning warmer weather is on the horizon for us all. Whether you’re strolling the Old Town Clovis Trail, hiking for a day-trip to Yosemite, or exploring Tesoro Viejo (we recommend stopping at AXIS Coffee Bar + Eatery for an after-trail treat), get a breath of fresh air with those you love most (including your furry friends).

Support Local

Tired of making meals for the week? Grab some take-out from your go-to spot in town and enjoy it at home or for patio dining. Take things to the next level by going for a four-course meal from your favorites restaurants. Pickup an appetizer from Heirloom (surf-n-turf PLEASE), soup from Pismo’s, main course from FIVE, and dessert from Cracked Pepper for the ultimate experience.

Host an At-Home Winetasting

If you’re a vino-lover like we are, why not bring the winery to your home? Create an at-home wine tasting experience, complete with all of the bells and whistles. Grab your favorite wine bottles from Nativ Wine or Scout and Cellar, order some burlap sacks to cover the bottles, print a personal wine tasting scorecard, and pick up a to-go charcuterie board to pair from @figandhoneylavishgrazing for a unique afternoon.

Try these out, and tag us on social in your date-night stories (because pics or it didn’t happen).

Dating in the Q: Our Top Five Date Ideas