So you’re looking for something sweet to do with your honey, but you’re short on cash? We’ve all been there. Living that millennial broke life can make it hard when you want to do something sweet but have no dollaz. Well have no fear, because we’re here to let you in on a few of our personal favourite budget romance trade secrets.
UberEats & Chill
Food delivery can become exxy, but when you’re back home after a freaking lonnnng day and cbf to do anything, this is a saviour. It’s a good back up date night when you don’t have the time/effort/creativity to plan something more fun. Pick a couple of simple dishes from the local spot, maybe even see which restaurants are doing free delivery, suss out what’s new on Netflix – and boom you’re set. Minimal effort required, and you don’t always have to spend heaps.
Rent A Bike For Some Loved Up Peddles
If any of those app based rental bikes have popped up in your city, why not get ya sugar and go a-peddlin. If you happen to live near a body of water or some sort of park or other attractive vista, a leisurely cycle could be a great little day out for you two. Bonus points if you combine the two and cycle to your picnic location.
Hit Up Your Local Market
Now I know markets aren’t for everyone, but there’s no reason you can’t turn this into something a little more fun. Why not head out and set each other a challenge. Set a budget of $20 and each find one thing that you think your partner will love. Try to steer clear of anything edible. By the end of the day, you’ve both had a chance to wander around together and soak up the good vibes, and you’ll each have a cute little trinket from bae.
Go Exploring
This is frustratingly vague, I know. Everyone’s idea of exploring is different, whether it’s just heading to a different part of your city you haven’t been to before, of heading a bit further out, discovering somewhere new with your SO is a great way to spend a day together. Jump in the car or on the train and go somewhere you’ve never been before. You might discover your new favourite place or a cute little country cafe (which is bound to have cheaper coffee so drink up).
Cook Together
This is another one of those dates that are classic for a reason. Cooking with your SO is a great way to spend some quality time together, have a good feed, and not have to break the bank to do it. Let’s be real, UberEats is nice as a one off here and there – so hit the grocery store instead. Find a recipe you’re both keen to try, grab the ingredients and get to cooking. Why not chuck on some tunes and have a boogie while you wait for your culinary masterpiece to be ready. Set the table, light some candles, and UberEats some Maccas if it turns out terrible.
