When you meet someone and start spending time together, you may find that you naturally get to a point where you start to see them as someone you would like to spend your future with, or at least be exclusive with, as you continue to get to know them. These steps towards commitment look different for everyone. For some people, this might mean taking a big step and getting engaged if they know they’ve found their ‘person’, whilst others might need more time, and still want to express a level of commitment. But how do you do this without putting undue pressure on the relationship? How do you take steps towards commitment once you realise that your relationship is one that you would like to take forward?

The emotional highs and lows of dating can be familiar feelings but what about when we're feeling flat or emotionally detached when we could be feeling positive or curious? How do we stay engaged with the person we're dating and with the dating process itself when something inside us wants to withdraw? And how do we give a connection the space to grow when there's no immediate spark? Exploring the signs of detachment can help us understand how to stay connected so that we give ourselves the best shot at finding our person.

Food can be a great way to someone’s heart. Food can be linked to contentment and comfort, and eating with someone special can be a pleasurable and intimate experience. Food date ideas can make for a memorable experience at any stage of your dating life – whether you’ve just met or are celebrating something special. If you want to try something different for brunch or dinner together, there are plenty of ways to add some flavour and imagination to your next date.