From Cozy to Adventurous: Date Ideas

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Looking for the perfect Valentine's Day date ideas? Whether you're planning a fun Galentine's Day with friends or a romantic evening with your significant other, we've got you covered! Here are some tried-and-true activities that we've enjoyed and highly recommend. Trust us, you won't be disappointed!

But first, order a bouquet and plan a day to get yourself a sharp new outfit at Max's Threads in Monroe, WI.

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10 Restaurants in ONE day

One of my favorite things to do. I've done it twice and it was a blast both times. I've been told it's the "Abbea special." The first time we went just the two of us in Door County WI. This is super fun on double dates too! The second time we went around Madison and chose from Channel 3000's Best of Madison list.

To answer your question right away - NO you do not eat 10 whole meals in one day. And no, I am not off my rocker. At each location, order something to share. For example, at a donut shop, I'd have Parker order a donut and I'd order a donut because they're light. When we get breakfast we would order one item from the menu and most likely pick something we both like but wouldn't typically order. 

If you're like me, I tend to eat what I know for a fact I am going to like - aka the same thing every time with very little variation. Because of this I always like to throw in unique and specialty places I've never been.

Here's a sample of 10 restaurants in one day:

1. Donut shop

2. Local Coffee Shop

3. Breakfast

4. Winery/Brewery

5. Pastry/Chocolate Shop

6. Lunch

7. Appetizer

8. Supper

9. Tapas Restaurant

10. Distillery/Cocktail Lounge

Cooking class at Sur La Table

Need I say more...?

Fondue date night

Purchase a fondue set from Amazon and find a couple fun recipes to try on Pinterest. Here's two of my favorite:

• Cheddar Beer Cheese Fondue Recipe

• Salted Caramel Fondue Recipe

20 Roadtrip Questions

YES! I have done this and Yes, it is a lot of fun. Get to know your person better or connect with them on a deeper level. Pinterest has thousands of questions... 20 will be good enough.

Supper Club

Travel Wisconsin has a fantastic list of options to choose from. I've never been but have heard wonderful things from friends about Ishnala Supper Club near Wisconsin Dells.

Burger Date

• Dotty's Dumpling's Dowry in Madison, WI

  This is one of Madison's Channel 3000 top burger restaurants. We've been and can verify - delicious!

• Quivey's Grove in Fitchburg, WI

  Super delicious - one of Parker's favorite burgers he's ever had is at their Stable Grill. Just know it is first come first serve.

Distillery Date

• Minhas Distillery in Monroe, WI

  One of my favorites because it's not straight shots and instead you purchase 3 tastings and get to choose from a variety of fun mixed cocktails

These next two I really like because you can enjoy a delicious dinner and specialty cocktail:

• Whiskey Run Distilling Co. in New Glarus, WI

• Driftless Glen in Baraboo, WI

Brewery Date

• Lena Brewing Company in Lena, IL

• Minhas Craft Brewery in Monroe, WI

• New Glarus Brewing Company in New Glarus, WI

• Lake Louie Brewing in Verona, WI

Winery Date

• Bailey's Run Vineyard and Winery in New Glarus, WI

  *Make it a two-fer-one and enjoy Whiskey Run right next door.

• Hawks Mill Winery in Browntown, WI

• Spilled Grapes Wine Bar in Monroe, WI

Friday Night Fish Fry

• Quivey's Grove in Fitchburg, WI

  Super delicious - one of my favorite I've ever had is at their Stable Grill. Just know it is first come first serve.

• Ding-A-Ling Supper Club in Orfordville, WI

Ivory Room Piano Bar in Madison, WI

Comedy on State - Comedy Club in Madison, WI

Ax Throwing

• Skal Axe Throwing

Have some ideas we don't have listed? Comment and give us all the dirt (aka details)!