February fourteenth is on the horizon, so you’re supposed to just grab some flowers, chocolates or jewelry for your lady, right? Well, not exactly. Women don’t want a token gift for Valentine’s Day. They want thoughtfulness and intentional effort – and a little creativity wouldn’t hurt. For a bit of direction, here are a few of our recommendations for a romantic evening in Austin.
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The New Year undoubtedly comes with a renewed commitment to lose weight, get in shape and eat healthier. But you don’t need to jump on the fad diet bandwagon. In fact, you can eat better and support area farmers and small business owners by shopping at a local farmer’s market.
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Want to spend the last night of 2011 in Austin with friends out on the town, but don’t want to be trapped by the $100 prix fixe menu some restaurants offer for New Year’s Eve? Then grab your friends and eat, drink and be merry at these local establishments before testing out your Auld Lang Syne skills at midnight.
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The holiday season is full of romance. Lights, evergreen, traditions – the sights and sounds set the atmosphere to warm hearts as the temperature drops. Before Christmas passes you by, consider giving her a night out steeped it history and beauty. Several of Nashville’s antebellum homes are traditionally decked out for the holiday and have opened their doors for a date she’ll remember. Here are a few mansions worth visiting:
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Even for the most romantically challenged, it’s not too difficult to put together a memorable date this time of year. Lights, music, fireplaces, evergreen, traditional food and drink – the sights, sounds and tastes of the Christmas season set the atmosphere, you just have to seize the moment.
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