Romantic Rooftop Date
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A Romantic Rooftop Dinner - The Ultimate Date
As an incurable romantic, every day is Valentine's Day for me. Though I feel a true celebration of love doesn't require material gifts, I must admit there is one experience I have always desired. To me, the ultimate date any time of the year would be a romantic rooftop candlelight dinner. It's all about making memories.
Ever since I watched my first romance movie featuring a rooftop date, I have longed to be wined and dined and swept off my feet in that same manner. Though I have received many lovely Valentine's Day gifts over the years, including a marriage proposal, I am still fantasizing about an over the top romantic rooftop dinner.
I'm sure I am not the first woman to imagine how incredible this type of date would be. So why not present your sweetheart with an incredibly inspired date that will always be remembered? Here are some ideas for making this romantic dinner one the love of your life will always treasure.
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Ever since I watched my first romance movie featuring a rooftop date, I have longed to be wined and dined and swept off my feet in that same manner. Though I have received many lovely Valentine's Day gifts over the years, including a marriage proposal, I am still fantasizing about an over the top romantic rooftop dinner.
I'm sure I am not the first woman to imagine how incredible this type of date would be. So why not present your sweetheart with an incredibly inspired date that will always be remembered? Here are some ideas for making this romantic dinner one the love of your life will always treasure.
Photo Credit: Smathur80
Hugh Jackman - What's not to love?
Hugh Jackman... romantic rooftop date... enough said.
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Picking the Setting
Another prime location would be a rooftop somewhere under a brilliant desert sky — like in my very own backyard. Can you envision the alpenglow of sunset? After dinner, with careful planning, there would be a once-in-a-lifetime display of shooting stars. After making your 50th wish of the night, you would begin to lose count. The stars are still shooting across the sky with no end in sight. How could every dream not come true on a romantic night like this? Sigh.
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Your Fantasy Setting
My ultimate fantasy setting is the Greek island of Santorini. Where do you see your romantic dinner taking place?
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Ladymermaid
May 3, 2012 @ 11:10 am | delete
- I do love city lights so anywhere there are a lot of glittery lights is fine for me.
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ElizabethJeanAllen
Feb 15, 2012 @ 2:22 pm | delete
- I would love a picnic on the beach
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 16, 2012 @ 7:37 am | delete
- Yes. Always perfect. Excellent choice!
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genglo
Feb 14, 2012 @ 7:11 pm | delete
- Since it's February, I'd be happy with anyplace that's warm.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 16, 2012 @ 7:34 am | delete
- I second that since my water pipes are frozen. Cold pipes, warm heart. ;-) Time to head south.
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JoyfulReviewer
Feb 13, 2012 @ 6:40 pm | delete
- Anywhere with my sweetie would do just fine.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 16, 2012 @ 7:37 am | delete
- It's the person, not the place that matters most. I can appreciate what you have shared. Thank you.
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queenofduvetcovers
Feb 12, 2012 @ 3:07 pm | delete
- Inside the Eiffel Tower at night, in Paris =)
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 12, 2012 @ 3:51 pm | delete
- Perfectly romantic. What a fabulous idea.
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Tipi
Feb 7, 2012 @ 9:27 pm | delete
- It seems the right person can make anyplace just right, a rooftop or a cruise or a meadow or a tipi or a nice beach or a with a camp fire by the lake, its all good...with the right person, anywhere in the world.
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Most Romantic
What is the most romantic gift you have ever given or received for Valentine's Day?
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genglo
Feb 14, 2012 @ 7:16 pm | delete
- Hand written love poems, the ever-popular mix tape, and my favorite was getting diamond earrings from my husband, delivered by my baby boy.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 16, 2012 @ 7:42 am | delete
- I sense a romantic soul in all of this. So glad you shared.
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JoyfulReviewer
Feb 13, 2012 @ 6:42 pm | delete
- A special collection of love songs on LPs (many years ago).
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 16, 2012 @ 7:38 am | delete
- Wonderful gift. Very romantic.
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Tipi
Feb 7, 2012 @ 9:30 pm | delete
- A rapidly beating heart.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 7, 2012 @ 9:40 pm | delete
- Perfect. Great answer. :-)
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LaraineRose
Feb 4, 2012 @ 6:47 am | delete
- My engagement ring almost 45 years ago and still ticking.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 4, 2012 @ 11:42 am | delete
- Now that was an exquisite gift. Better than Timex. ;-)
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Graceonline
Feb 3, 2012 @ 3:12 pm | delete
- It wasn't a rooftop, but it was a dinner cooked entirely from scratch, just for me. Everything absolutely perfect. A dinner from scratch, wonderful conversation, a few nervous giggles ... and here we are 24 years later, still together.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 3, 2012 @ 4:39 pm | delete
- And here's to 24 more years of those kinds of special moments and gifts.
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Romantic Lighting
It can be windy up on a roof, so you may need to get creative with the candles. Lanterns are a safe and beautiful option. For those considering a dining under moonlight theme — like my starry, starry night vision — consider creating mood lighting with luminaries. I love the metallic star candle holders featured below. Can't you just see how wondrous this flickering starlight would be? Imagine the beauty of creating a pathway to your designated dinner site with these luminaries.
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These luminarias are perfect for romantic indoor or outdoor lighting. If you are dining outside, consider using battery operated tea lights. Your candlelight will not be affected by wind, plus you can reuse them over and over again. Why limit the romance to Valentine's Day?
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More Lighting Options
Decorating Schemes
There are so many great options when it comes to decorating for a romantic candlelight dinner. My high desert cabin has one room with a mostly flat roof. If I were to choose a decorating theme for that location, I would go Southwestern. Think lots of richly colored pillows, a portable fireplace, and luminaries to line the border of the rooftop.
I'd love a few potted plants, like hibiscus, strung with mini lights. Imagine the delicious aroma of grilled fajitas served with margaritas. Wouldn't a nice flan make a lovely dessert? Spread out a sarape table cloth on the roof. No table or chairs needed. The comfy pillows make for a wonderfully intimate seating arrangement in front of the fire. Of course, we can't forget the Latin music (musica romantica). Ah... dulce vida — the sweet life.
I'd love a few potted plants, like hibiscus, strung with mini lights. Imagine the delicious aroma of grilled fajitas served with margaritas. Wouldn't a nice flan make a lovely dessert? Spread out a sarape table cloth on the roof. No table or chairs needed. The comfy pillows make for a wonderfully intimate seating arrangement in front of the fire. Of course, we can't forget the Latin music (musica romantica). Ah... dulce vida — the sweet life.
Theme Decorating
Menu and Meal Considerations
Since this is my ultimate romantic rooftop date fantasy, I'm going for the gusto. In a perfect Valentine's Day world, there would be a hunky chef to prepare the rooftop meal. My choice? That would be Curtis Stone, the Aussie Take Home Chef. No doubt about that.
Of course, you can persuade a friend to help out, or do the cooking and serving yourself. It's always nice not to have to worry about anything except turning on the charm. Need some romantic menu ideas? Check out the links I have provided to help you come up with a Valentine's Day meal plan.
Of course, you can persuade a friend to help out, or do the cooking and serving yourself. It's always nice not to have to worry about anything except turning on the charm. Need some romantic menu ideas? Check out the links I have provided to help you come up with a Valentine's Day meal plan.
The Right Dessert
Turn Up the Heat
Choose your dessert carefully for a Valentine's Day candlelight dinner. A flambé is always spectacular with its flash of flame and heat. Always a nice finishing touch. Me? I'm going for the Banana's Foster. Take a look at the fiery options below. It's not as hard as you think to create a dessert that adds some fireworks to your special night.
Valentine's Day Desserts
Your Valentine's Day Dessert Choice
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Your Favorite Romantic Meal
What is your idea of a delicious, romantic meal?
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Lifeboost
Feb 16, 2012 @ 7:20 am | delete
- A stick of French bread, a pot of cream cheese to dip chunks of it in, a container of salt to dip the dipped chunks in, and a bottle of red wine. Followed up with fresh cherries dipped in dark chocolate, and a little more red wine (chocolate and red wine are Devine together! :) ) Great lens! Blessed by a Squid Angel. :)
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JoyfulReviewer
Feb 13, 2012 @ 6:47 pm | delete
- Anything that includes your sweetie's favorite foods.
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Tipi
Feb 7, 2012 @ 9:34 pm | delete
- I think I'm going to follow Grace and her love and maybe they'll invite me to join them. I do enjoy crab and shrimp and plenty of butter.
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LaraineRose
Feb 4, 2012 @ 6:58 am | delete
- Well, in the winter there is nothing like sitting around the fireplace with a pizza, wine and Boston Cream Pie for dessert. It's heaven!
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 4, 2012 @ 12:15 pm | delete
- I'm still holding out for that Boston Cream pie. What time is dessert being served? ;-)
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Music and Memories
In the movies, you might see musicians brought in to provide live music during the rooftop candlelight dinner. I prefer not to have a stranger present during a romantic date — well, except for Bon Jovi — but that's just me. No matter how you go about it, the right music is definitely important for setting the mood.
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Your Valentine's Day Memory
Do you have a favorite Valentine's Day memory that you can share publicly?
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genglo
Feb 14, 2012 @ 7:18 pm | delete
- Being single and spending the day with a single friend, who later became my husband. :)
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JoyfulReviewer
Feb 13, 2012 @ 6:49 pm | delete
- Any day spent with your sweetie is a gift to be remembered.
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kathysart
Feb 11, 2012 @ 1:02 pm | delete
- The first one with my Denny after finding him again after 30 years. We went out and had the most amazing dinner on Kauai.
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Tipi
Feb 7, 2012 @ 9:36 pm | delete
- I'll just keep this one under my hat...I am smiling right now though!
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LaraineRose
Feb 4, 2012 @ 7:04 am | delete
- Still making them, Deary.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 4, 2012 @ 11:53 am | delete
- That is how it is meant to be. Endless love and new memories in the making.
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Graceonline
Feb 3, 2012 @ 3:20 pm | delete
- Ummm. Sorry. Can't. (Blush)
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 4, 2012 @ 11:52 am | delete
- A little mystery fuels the imagination. ;-)
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Koupie Feb 3, 2012 @ 11:03 am | delete
- We were on a trip with my husbands company in Cancun, right on Valentines Day and they rented a disco for us all. It was really amazing, the mariachi band led us down the street to the disco, we had 3 mexican guys doing the Village people for us and near the end they dropped hundreds of red balloons and confetti. We had a great time.
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RenaissanceWoman2010
Feb 3, 2012 @ 11:21 am | delete
- Sounds fabulous!
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Your Valentine's Day Plans
What do you have planned for Valentine's Day? Do you celebrate love on this date?
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vallain Feb 16, 2012 @ 5:23 pm | delete
- Sadly, after 22 years of marriage, we barely acknowledge Valentine's Day. If there's going to be a romantic dinner on a rooftop, I'd better plan it myself.
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JoshK47
Feb 14, 2012 @ 11:40 am | delete
- What a wonderful idea! I don't have anything specific planned, but this is a sweet date thought - blessed by a SquidAngel!
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JoyfulReviewer
Feb 13, 2012 @ 6:50 pm | delete
- No special plans ... just appreciate the day's blessings.
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kathysart
Feb 11, 2012 @ 1:01 pm | delete
- We are going to go to a nursery and get some baby roses and pots for them. I love baby roses.
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Tipi
Feb 7, 2012 @ 9:37 pm | delete
- No love in my life right now but plenty in my heart!
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I am a woman who is very easy to please on Valentine's Day.
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