Although it has been amazing being able to go out and eat again, there is no denying that eating in can save you a huge amount of money over the course of a month. Money which could be spent on home improvements, saving for a holiday or buying a new car.
That being said, if you love the whole restaurant experience – and who doesn’t? – it can feel a little bit lacklustre when you choose to have a date night from the comfort of your own home instead.
But it doesn’t have to.
From selecting a theme to setting the scene to dressing the part, keep reading to discover five ways that you can create the ultimate restaurant dining experience at home.
1. Select a Theme
Are you looking to create a laidback pop-up restaurant vibe? A romantic Parisian café atmosphere? Or perhaps you want an exciting and vibrant Greek feel for your at-home dining experience?
Whatever theme you choose, make sure that this is reflected in your menu choices, your table settings and any decorations that you choose to use.
2. Set the Table
Arguably one of the most important aspects of creating a fine dining experience in your home is you can’t simply lay out any old cutlery and hope for the best. Instead, opt for a high-quality cutlery set that complements your theme. Whether that be a traditional set that is perfect for a formal dining setting or more modern pieces that are ideal for creating a trendy, cutting-edge vibe.
Lincoln House can provide superior cutlery sets to suit all budgets, with both modern and contemporary sets on offer.
3. Pick a Menu
Although you may be tempted to go all out with your food choices, especially if you are entertaining lots of family and friends, it is a much better idea to pick a menu that is within your capabilities so that you can also enjoy the evening and be the perfect host without worrying about complicated cooking.
You should also aim to prepare as much in advance as you can so that you are less stressed on the evening itself, and don’t be afraid to ask guests to bring a dish if you are feeling overwhelmed at cooking for a large amount of people.
4. Dress the Part
You wouldn’t go out to eat at a restaurant wearing your pj’s or an old tracksuit, so why would you do this when dining at home? The easiest way to make your eating-in dining experience feel more exciting is to dress up and ask your guests to do the same. The simple act of putting on some make-up while listening to music or slipping on a pair of skyscraper heels will instantly transform a dinner into an event.
5. Enjoy Yourself
Try to remember that the perfect dining experience does not exist. Even if you went to the most expensive restaurant you could find, there is still likely to be some aspect that wasn’t as great as it could be, so don’t put too much pressure on yourself and instead, focus on enjoying your meal and spending quality time with your family and friends.
Be First to Comment