98103 Afghan Cuisine

At 2301 N 45th St. you will find the restaurant Kabul Afghan Cuisine.  They serve traditional Afghan food.  They have lamb kabobs, eggplant, bolani, and more.  They have a great variety of things to try.  Each of you choose two different dishes so you can share.

Try their homemade pistachio rosewater ice cream for dessert.

Qorma-i Tarkari

Many times we do not take the time to think about our marriages.  We take each other for granted and go through the motions we need to do to get through the day.  Tonight it is time to spend some time deliberately thinking of your marriage.  How is family life going?  Anything you want to do or change?  Take the time to discuss with each other.

98109 Swedish Cultural Center

Swedish Pannkakor with lingonberries.

The Swedish Cultural Center is located at 1920 Dexter Ave N.  They hold a Swedish pancake breakfast on the first Sunday of the month.  For $9 you get 3 pancakes with lingonberries and, a slice of ham- for round one.  For the second round (included in the $9) you get 2 more pancakes.  They also have live music playing which adds to the charm.  This is a fun breakfast to enjoy together.

On Fridays they serve lunch and they have traditional Swedish cuisine.  One of Sweden's traditional desserts is the Princess Cake.  Layers of cake, jam, and cream with a fondant layer cover on top- it is a must try!

While you are enjoying this very creative treat talk about your kiddos.  I know, I know no talking about kids on a date, but for this one it is okay.  Ask the following questions: 

        In your opinion, what makes a great parent?

What are five essential values we want our children to embrace above all others?

Then discuss each of your children and what is going on in their lives, what can you as parents do to help them?

98122 Polish Food

The Polish Platter

Polish Home Association is located at 1714 18th Ave.  The restaurant is only open Friday evenings.  They will sometimes have entertainment during dinner.  They serve pierogi, sausages, and cabbage rolls to name a few of their dishes.  This is a unique experience you must try!

While you are enjoying your meal talk about how to make each other your #1 priority.  In what ways can you focus on your marriage?  What re some ways you can divorce proof your marriage?

98108 Texas Style

Oxbow Park (6430 Corson Ave) is a funky park.  There is a 44 foot wide cowboy hat and a pair of 22 foot high cowboy boots.  These were made for a gas station originally, but is now part of the park and an important part of the locale.  The locals love their "Hat n' Boots."

To continue the Texas theme head over to Pig Iron BBQ.  They are located at 5602 1st Ave S. and they serve  some yummy BBQ including pulled pork and pulled chicken.  

During dinner talk about some of the weirdest or strangest things that you have seen or have been apart of.  Make sure you take some pictures of Hat n' Boots and each of you; it will be a fun memento to have.

98177 At the Beach

Carkeek Park (950 NW Carkeek Rd) is over 220 acres of trees, waterfront, creeks, and meadows.  This is a perfect place to have  picnic on the beach together.  

Ancho Pulled Pork Sandwich

Hills Neighborhood Restaurant is located at 1843 NW 195th St.  They have pulled pork sandwiches, fish and chips, chowder, and more, plus they offer take out!  Their cobblers are very popular too!  Head over there and order take out before you go to the beach.  Don't forget napkins and  blanket.

While you are enjoying your date, tell your spouse all of the things you are thankful for that he/she does.  Sometimes we forget to thank out spouse for things and we tart to take/her for granted.  We all need to feel appreciated.

98119 Photographers for the Day

Kerry Park is located at 211 W. Highland Dr. and has amazing views of the city.  The park is also open 24 hours a day.

Bring your camera and take various pictures: of each other or the view.  Pose each other in fun poses, set up a tripod and take some together.  Offer to take other people's pictures for them so they can all get in the shot (with their camera).  When you have worked up an appetite lay out a blanket and enjoy your lunch.

Macrina Bakery (615 W. McGraw St.) has delectable desserts and fresh made sandwiches with their in store made breads.  Their Mexican Mocha is a customer favorite.  Stop by here first and get lunch to go (don't forget dessert!).

When you get home decide which pictures to print and design an album with your favorite pictures in it.  Make sure you make a caption for each one.  This will be a great memory of the day for you.

98104 Cambodian Cuisine & Tea

Luc Lak (Cubed Beef)

Come and immerse yourself in Cambodian culture.  Phnom Penh Noodle House (660 S King St) offers traditional Cambodian cuisine.  The Phom Penh Noodles is a house favorite.  They have soups and vegetarian dishes too.

Just around the corner is New Century Tea Gallery (416 Maynard St).  It is a quaint little tea store offering everything you would want to make tea.  Go in and browse all of their offerings.  They have various teas from black to herbal for you to choose from.

Sometimes it is good for us to get our of our comfort zone and try something new- like Cambodian food.  It is also good to get out of our comfort zone with our marriage as well.  Doing the same thing for date night gets old and boring pretty fast.  Put some effort and thought into your dates to keep things new and exciting.  What are some other things in your marriage that needs refreshing?