Recent research shows 96 per cent of people still think women shouldn’t have to pay on the first date. And when dating is a numbers game… that can get expensive for the poor men on the dating scene!
Here are some top tips for going on a cheap date without looking cheap.
This can apply to couples who are regularly still dating each other as well as singles:
1. First Date Friendly Deals
To combat the issue, Australian group buying retailer, OurDeal have partnered with some of the top restaurants across the country to create affordable, discrete deals that don’t single out people for taking advantage of a voucher. The process is simple; you buy the deal ahead of time on their group buying website, then phone ahead and quote your number when you make your restaurant reservation. You pay the bill and no one ever has to know you saved money on it! OurDeal even sends you a discrete credit card sized voucher that can be slotted into the bill to ensure avoid any slip-ups on the night.
2. Cheap Cocktails Night at bar – Most cocktail bars will have a particular night of the week that they offer cheap or two-for-one cocktails. Something like this is great for a first date. You get to shout her fancy martinis without it breaking the bank. Don’t have too many cocktails though! Getting drunk on the first date does not a good impression make.
3. Go for a Walk – If you’re both the active types, suggest meeting for a lovely walk. For a first date, make sure you suggest a very public walking trail or the Botanical Gardens so she still feels comfortable. Then find a nearby café or wine bar at the end where you can unwind and continue to chat.
4. Brunch instead of dinner – The beauty of brunch is that even if you take her to the fanciest of restaurants, breakfast still won’t set you back much. A weekend brunch is a nice relaxed alternative to a formal dinner for a first date.
5. Art Gallery Openings – A goldmine for first dates. Shows you’re cultured, plus they put on free food and wine as you look at the art.
If you’ve gotten to a second or third date and your new love interest has gotten to know you a bit better, feel free to suggest one of the following cheap-without-being-cheap dates:
6. Wine Tasting – Driving through your local wine region and stopping off at cellar doors for tastings and local produce.
7. Cook dinner at home – Cooking dinner at home is a lovely way to show off your culinary skills (always impressive) and lavish your date with a three-course meal and nice wine without the pricey bill at the end.
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