Break Up With Boring – Six Ways To Shake Up Date Night

It doesn’t matter whether you’ve been with your other half for the last decade, or if you’re a couple of months into your relationship, finding new things to get up to on date night can be tricky. Here are six ideas to get you started... Take a cooking class Because the couple that cooks together stays together. Or something like that. Let’s face it, we all have to eat dinner every night, so why not make an effort to become more adventurous in the kitchen. Pick an international cuisine (that you both enjoy) and put yourselves to the test. Do it as a team (try not to argue over who’ll be the head chef) or turn it into a competition to see who can make the tastiest dish. Watching eachother trying to follow the teacher’s instructions while decked out in a cute apron is an experience that’s sure to bring you closer together. Go to the zoo We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: you can’t beat a day out at the zoo. Who doesn't like to see exotic creatures live and in colour? If your other half isn't an animal fan, we'd probably start to question the relationship right about now. Ireland is home to some of the best zoos in Europe (we’re talking about Fota and Dublin Zoo, of course), so why not pretend you’re on your holliers and head to the one nearest you. It'll be turtley awesome (ahem). Hit the dancefloor A good majority of Irish men might shudder at the idea of busting a move, but if you can convince your other half to join you for a dance class, we guarantee that you'll both enjoy it. Alternatively, head to a club or a bar where you know you won't run into any of your friends, let loose and have fun! Road trip Hit the open road and head for somewhere you’ve never been before as a couple. If you've been together for a while it might feel as if you've been everywhere together. Well, that's just not possible. There's always somewhere new to explore. Invest in a sat nav, make a playlist and take off together. It can be somewhere sentimental like a favourite childhood spot or a tourist attraction that neither of you have ever visited. Take in a concert There's nothing better than taking in a great gig with your other half. Surely there's at least one show coming up in your area that you'd both enjoy. Do some research after you've read this article and get booking those tickets now! Do something silly Paint-balling, pitch and putt, laser quest, a few rounds on the bumper cars. It doesn't matter what it is, but doing something totally ridiculous with your partner is always good craic. Acting like a pair of big kids together will remind you why he's your perfect match. #YourPerfectMatch is an educational campaign sponsored by Bayer.  Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) which include the hormonal IUS, copper IUD, implant & the injection, are some of the most effective forms of contraception available, offering freedom from the daily routine of having to remember to take a pill as well as long-lasting and effective protection against pregnancy. Make sure to book an appointment with your GP to discuss all of your options and find that perfect match for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2AxaFYfZ3o For more information about LARCs check out mycontraception.ie or pop along to an alternative Valentine’s Day Disco Brunch, hosted by Darren Kennedy in Drury Buildings, Dublin 2 on 14 February. _{L.IE.WH.02.2015.0317}