With Valentine’s Day around the corner I couldn’t resist sneaking in something a little romantic in our apartment. I opted away from the traditional red and pink and focused more on the mood in the room. If you enjoy lazy days or evenings in bed, this one’s for you! I hope you enjoy touring “How to Create a Romantic Dinner Date in Bed” with a few dinner recipes ideas included…
The Story Behind Romantic Dinner Date in Bed
I just sent our kiddos a few of these photos and my response after their very sweet words were, “Not bad for a bunch of old fogies, right?” At 57 & 54 we are getting up there, but honestly we don’t feel it, and we certainly don’t act it π. Okay, maybe sometimes, but for now let’s pretend we don’t, ha ha. So, before I get started I want to make sure you heard the big news about our next house. We close on March 31st so click here to see OUR NEW HOUSE!
Okay, now that you know where redheadcandecorate.com is headed, let’s relax for a little while before all heck breaks loose with this big move. Rick and I have been spoiling ourselves a bit since we moved into the “transitional apartment” while we look for a house, and we have gotten fairly use to the smaller “headquarters” π. Honestly though, we are getting a little bored, and we are ready to spread our wings again. Apartment living really reminds me of going to a hotel because of the smaller spaces, and conveniences of such. One of those most enjoyable activities we have indulged in while living here, is eating in bed. Yep, you heard that correctly…and I am not afraid to admit we eat in bed…in fact, I’m quite proud of it and hope to inspire.
Now that I’ve admitted eating my favorite yummy pasta in bed, I must also come clean about the decorating. The decorating is just for fun guys, it’s not mandatory, and please know that I don’t set it up like this for us every time we eat my famous Chicken Loretta in bed…heck no. The decor is just to inspire some coziness, and maybe give ideas to go all out for yourself if you’re single, or to surprise your significant other on Valentine’s Day, or any day. We all deserve it.
Black Wood Trays for Romantic Dinner Date in Bed
Hopefully you’ve noticed the star of the date night, and that would be the neat trays I gifted my husband for Christmas. I remember the exact moment when I glanced over at my handsome husband holding his bowl of vanilla frozen yogurt with chocolate syrup on top π, that I knew I was going on Amazon pronto to find some nice trays for us. I went through the reviews, sizes, colors and decided on these “foldable” wood trays for a great price. I completely recommend the trays for food, computer use, or even make-up time.
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Romantic Dinner Date in Bed Supplies
I had so much fun setting up this “Romantic Dinner Date in Bed” while my husband was working in his office on the other side of the apartment. I kept going in and asking him to come see how it looks now π. He is so sweet…he pointed out that he liked the candles on the trays which are from the dollar store, and FYI the big wooden dice is also from the dollar store. What a neat find that dice was with it’s cute date night ideas on it like “game night” or “compliment each other”. Maybe you want one for date night? If so, you better hurry I think they will go fast.
Last but not least, I wanted to tell you guys where I found the gorgeous pillows and champagne glasses…well surprise surprise it is HomeGoods which has been my favorite go-to for affordable unique ideas. I loved the modern yellow and gold design on the black velvet lumbar pillows, and the orange glasses spoke to to me with their unique shape.
Recipe Ideas for Your Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner in Bed
Before I go spend some time with my favorite guy, I wanted to leave a few recipes ideas that may inspire you to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner in bed…
Easy Chicken Pineapple Sliders
30 Minute Cheesy Tortellini Bake
Stay tuned because things will be changing soon around here with our move to the house at the end of May, however we will be in at the end of April so I will be sharing a full tour of the inside before photos!
Happy Valentine’s Day β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
Romantic Bathroom Date
Oil & Cheese Spaghetti for Two
30 Minute Cheesy Tortellini Bake
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Eat and Don’t Run? love to all, Dad in NY.
Good one dad!!!! π
Julie, this is a beautiful love story about spending time in bed eating , with the one you love. Can it get better than that. Keep on keeping on with all the good you doing
Thank you, Ivory! Love ya girl!!
Go for it take time for yourselves, life is short.
It sure is!
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