You know the basic first-date don'ts by now: checking your phone, focusing only on politics, bringing up your ex, etc. But these aren't even the rudest things you can do on a date. This got me ...

In the hours leading up to a first date, there's a good chance you might feel a sort of buzzy, nervous energy. This could be because you're overthinking how the date will go (stop that!), but it could ...

First dates can be pretty scary. What should you wear? Where should the date be? What should you talk about? Wardrobe woes and awkward silences aside, a first date can also quite literally be a scary ...

Kiki Aranita was a chef/owner of the beloved, award-winning Poi Dog restaurant in Philadelphia. She frequently creates recipe-driven content for food brands, teaches recipe development at Drexel ...

Few things are more nerve-racking than going on a first date. Not only do you have to figure out what to wear and where to go (after sussing out whether or not your date might be a total dud or creep, ...

When you are too nervous during a first date, you may not be yourself, which can make it more difficult to tell if the two of you are truly a match. Source: Troy Aossey/Getty It's natural to be ...

The all-important first date isn't easy. Between the pressure of who's going to pay, how to keep the conversation going and whether or not the night will end in sex, the moving pieces all make it a ...

I wouldn’t go so far as to call a first date an “interview.” At the same time, some valuable job interview tips and tricks can also increase your odds of a successful first date. You want to put your ...

Dating is back, baby. In a recent survey conducted by the dating app Bumble, nearly 90% of respondents said they’re ready for face-to-face dating after a year of Zoom and FaceTime meetups. But with ...

It's totally normal if first dates feel a little nerve-wracking to you. This simple getting-to-know-you ritual could lead to your next long-term relationship, introduce you to your soulmate, or land ...

As a bartender, I've witnessed countless first dates play out in front of me. I've come to learn several mistakes people make on their first dates, like getting too drunk, underdressing, or not having ...