List of Dishes for a Romantic Dinner – Make Date Night Extra Special

A luxurious and comforting dish, lobster mac and cheese is an age-old favourite that has been given a touch of class. The creaminess of the mac and cheese is a sure winner. But the broiled lobster tails, brushed with loads of garlic butter will make the dish a real winner. In case you are planning a getaway with that special someone, there are a few exotic destinations that promise to wow. Trending right now are places like Abu Dhabi. And an Abu Dhabi candlelit dinner is quite incomparable, especially at places like Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara located on the exotic Sir Bani Yas Island.

This dish's adorable name is not the only reason it's trending on social media. Marry me chicken is packed with loads of flavour and is super easy to make. What more could anyone ask for on date night than a dish that is a knockout and easy to prepare? Simple ingredients like garlic, red chilli flakes, sun-dried tomatoes and a dash of cream combine to create magical flavours, adding loads of flavour to the chicken. Remember to choose the really good quality parmesan.

As elegant as the dish sounds, it is easy to prepare. The flavours are quite 'out of this world' plus it makes it look as though you spent hours labouring over the perfection of this dish, when prep time was only about 30 minutes. You can use chicken cutlets to make sure the meat cooks faster. The chicken is served smothered in a rich sauce, made with rich ingredients including capers, white wine, and lemon juice. Roast potatoes can be added as a side dish. And bread can be used to mop up the lovely rich sauce.

Filet mignon smothered in garlic butter is not as tough a dish as you may think. This type of steak tends to be pretty chunky, which is why you can easily avoid overcooking it. One method is to add the steak to a very hot pan and cook it on each side for about 2 to 3 minutes. You can then baste it with loads of melted butter and let it rest. If your steak is thick, pop it for about 5 minutes in an oven set to low heat – enough to ensure the meat is cooked to perfection.

The perfect appetiser to any meal, the crunchy flavours of a crab cake are loved by all. As you know, crab meat can be packed with a range of flavours. Pair it with a remoulade sauce and achieve perfection.