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" The Guardian recently posted a poll asking if dating is too expensive. Maybe the real question is, do you have to spend a lot to have a good time? Just because money is tight doesn&amp;amp;#8217;t mean your romantic life has to suffer. Here are a few frugal and free ideas that won&amp;amp;#8217;t make dating such a financial burden. Date idea for foodies: Plan to cook for your partner. Science proves sharing food is a great way to bond. Roasts and casseroles provide a lot of food and are often full of simple ingredients. Pick up a bottle of Trader Joe&amp;amp;#8217;s Two-Buck Chuck wine ($2 in many areas) or a box for $10. To make the occasion more special, put down a tablecloth or use a sheet as a makeshift one. Tea candles and low lighting will set a romantic mood. Date idea for gamers: Lately there has been a surge in pinball and arcade bars. It&amp;amp;#8217;s a fun way to spend an afternoon and depending on how good you are, it&amp;amp;#8217;s super cheap. I&amp;amp;#8217;m far from the best duck hunter, but the last time I went to an arcade it cost me $5 for a few hours of gaming. And $10 for a couple of drinks. Date idea for TV fanatics: If you live in New York or L.A., instead of watching TV at home, sign up to get ticket alerts for late-night shows. The Colbert Report or the Late Show with David Letterman rely on audience participation, and tickets pop up frequently. Spontaneous dates can often be the most special. Date idea for couples: Group dates can bring up unexpected costs. Why not host a game night? It could even turn into a regular event with so many options like, Scattergories, Clue, Fishbowl and Cranium. For munchies, chips and salsa won&amp;amp;#8217;t set you back too much either. Guests can BYOB, which is the biggest penny pincher. Date idea for cultured folks: For another cultural event and post-event conversation kick-starter, check out The Moth StorySLAMS. Events take place in cities across the country and tickets are $5 to $8 at the door for hours of high-caliber storytelling. Sometimes there are even celebrity orators. There&amp;amp;#8217;s nothing sexier than laughing together. &amp;amp;#8212;Written by Leigh Lumford for HowAboutWe What other cheap, cute date ideas do you have? More From HowAboutWe: *8 Compliments Guys Actually Want to Hear From Girls *Turn-On or Turn-Off: Guys Who Flaunt Their Money *The 10 Best Ice-Breaking Date Ideas"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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