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By Cathy Romualdez
Dating can get quite dull in the metro if you are limited to the
usual dinner and blockbuster movie. Here are a few suggestions to
spice up your dates. They are guaranteed not only to leave lasting
memories but to ensure a follow-up date as well.
Walking tours
by Carlos Celdran
For those who wish to learn more
about Philippine culture and history (which I believe should be
every Filipino!), try an afternoon date exploring the historic
districts of Intramuros, Chinatown or Quiapo. There is never a dull
moment, as Carlos Celdran entertainingly guides you through these
sites with a rich discussion of our historical past.
Go-karting
For the couple that wishes to get
their adrenaline pumping (outside the bedroom that is!), try Go-kart
racing. You will definitely feel the thrill and excitement as you
race your partner on the tracks. Steer the wheel and accelerate on
the gas at Speedzone at Fort Bonifacio, or at the newly opened City
Kart Racing, an indoor track located at West Service Road, Sucat,
Parañaque. Both are open until late in the evening.
Quiz night at Murphy’s
Intelligence may be one of your
most desirable traits. However, bragging about it can be a real
turn-off. Discretely show off your high IQ (or discretely test your
date’s!) by trying out Quiz Night at Murphy’s Bar, Makati. The
Irish pub organizes the event every Tuesday at 8 p.m. To play, you
will need to form a minimum of four members. Categories range
anywhere from general knowledge to literature. It makes for a
terrific group date, because double dating can also mean double the
fun.
Foreign and independent films
For the film buff couple that
wants an alternative to watching the current blockbusters, try
checking out a foreign or independent film. Every so often,
organizations such as Goethe-Institut Manila, Instituto Cervantes
and Dante Alighieri Manila feature films from their country of
origin. You may also want to check out Filipino and other Asian
films by Cinekatipunan at Magnet Café, Katipunan. Film schedules
are listed on each organization’s website.
Salsa lessons
By Salsa Filipinas
A personal favorite and a
definite must! Think: Dirty Dancing Havana Nights. There is nothing
more enjoyable than learning how to dance the super sexy salsa with
a partner. You don’t need to have the moves of Patrick Swayze.
When hitting the dance floor, all you need is confidence and maybe a
little alcohol. Salsa Filipinas offers salsa lessons at Magnet Café,
Bonifacio High Street every Thursday night at 8 p.m.
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