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Russian Tea and Sweet Poetry Reading by Candlelight
This date is perfect for a chilly February day in Nizhny Novgorod. It combines the warmth of a cup of traditional Russian tea with the charm of poetry reading. Make this date personal by choosing each other's favorite sweet treats and poetry books. The cozy indoor environment, along with the pourinโฆ
- Start the date by picking up a Russian tea set and your partner's favorite sweet treats from a local bakery. Spend some time in a cozy spot at each other's home.
- Next, bring out your selected poetry books and take turns reading to each other. Focus on love poems or anything that resonates with both of you. Pause in between to discuss the poems, this can often lead to deep and meaningful conversations.
- End the night with a candlelight dinner, either cooked together or ordered in. The key here is to focus on the emotional connectivity and not actual food. You may pick some traditional Russian dishes to keep the cultural theme.
Preparation steps:
- Get a Russian tea set with traditional cups and a samovar.
- Select sweet treats and traditional Russian pastries from a local bakery.
- Choose poetry books of your own or go to a library to pick them together.
Some tips:
- This focus of this date is on the emotional connection, so make sure to choose love poems that are sincere and heartfelt.
- You may try to memorize a short Russian love poem and recite it to your partner. It could be a lovely surprise.
- If you don't speak Russian, consider this an opportunity to explore a new culture. Read the English translations of the Russian poems and try to understand the cultural context.