A MUSEUM

I am a firm believer that no one really likes museums, they just think they should. Ok maybe that’s not true and I’m just culturally ignorant but still… You can’t drink and you have to whisper. It is very challenging to get to know someone when you can barely hear them. Let’s also not forget that all the famous artists like Michaelangelo and Van Gogh were total unstable maniacs; this might not be the most conducive environment for the beginning stages of a relationship with their ghosts floating around. If you have a proclivity for the arts or happen to be dating Fraser or Niles Crane, a gallery opening or an art event might be more suitable.

OUT WITH YOUR FRIENDS

No one wants to meet your friends, they don’t even know if they really want to meet you yet. WAY too much pressure. This can also be a huge insult. You are basically saying you can’t sacrifice one night with your friends to get to know someone. If your date feels like a low priority out the gate, chances are things won’t go much further. You also want to be the one to make the decision about a potential mate, introducing your friends too early gives you too many opinions to mull over before you have the chance to come up with your own. Friends are like family, save this introduction for when you are sure about someone.

COFFEE

Maybe this works for some people, but I just can’t imagine falling in love with someone in broad daylight while I’m getting hopped up on caffeine. It is very important to set the tone and mood in a relaxed environment where people feel like they can have their guard down. Coffee says “Good Morning, what’s on the agenda for today?” It’s the exact opposite of the vibe you want for a date. It can lead to an interview type situation instead of natural flow of conversation. Also, nothing says cheapskate like asking someone out for coffee. If you can’t even invest in a drink, how are you ever going to invest in a life with someone?