5 Ways to Make Any Restaurant Meal Romantic

by Paris Permenter & John Bigley

Is "romantic meal" synonymous with "Valentine's Day" or "expensive" in your book? Think again! Any meal can turn into a romantic outing, whether you're out for a night of fast food, visiting your favorite local eatery, or enjoying a meal on a romantic vacation.

Here are some tips to turn your next restaurant meal into a romantic escape, regardless of your budget:

*Play footsies through the meal.

*Share a dessert--with one fork.

*Spend the whole meal only talking about what you like about each other.

*Toast each other, recalling the best part of the day.

*Ask for champagne flutes or wine glasses -- for your iced tea or soft drinks.