For a night with a special someone at your One 51 Place apartment, few things are more romantic than preparing a dinner for two. Putting together a tasty meal, combined with the right atmosphere to set the mood, is a fantastic way to show that special person in your life how much you care. A good romantic dinner can be a blast to prepare and enjoy, and if done properly, can turn a regular meal into an evening to remember.

Here are some useful tips that you can use to ensure that your romantic occasion is a huge success:

• Prepare something new and exciting every time. While there is something to be said for having dishes that you can prepare comfortably, have a new recipe in mind for the meal. Even if you require practice to get it right, try to find time to make a smaller version for yourself once or twice before the big night.
• Select your background music carefully. A mix of soft mood music like classic jazz is always a good idea, but it may be a good personal touch to put a few songs that you know your partner likes on the playlist.
• Plan more activities than just dinner. Have some sort of outing or activity planned, be it a walk, an activity, or a movie for after dinner.
• Pick an evening that works well for both of you. While it might be a nice idea to cook a meal on the spur of the moment, don’t risk pre-existing plans ruining your special night. Plus, if you’ve both set aside the night in advance, not only will you have more time to plan, but your guest will have more time to wait in anticipation.
• Clean your apartment home thoroughly. While this may seem like a fairly obvious tip, go a little extra beyond what you usually clean to ensure that your place is extra tidy.

By following these simple guidelines, you’ll be able to put together a romantic dinner that your date will not soon forget. What’s more, the high, elegant ceilings with crown molding and the designer blinds in every one of our units at One 51 Place make your apartment in Alachua, FL, the perfect place to host a wonderful evening with someone special.