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Now that restaurants, movie theatres and other places have opened up, it can be tough to get a spot, especially on weekends. Plus, eating out all the time can put quite a dent in your budget.
If you're more of a homebody who's looking for some rainy day activities, there's a bunch of options for you and your partner. The best part: all the recommended items below are under $50!
Solve A Murder Mystery Together
May Ning
Price: $39.99
Details: If you and your boo are true crime lovers, then put on your detective hats and work together at solving a murder mystery. It comes with a bunch of evidence and suspect files to help you figure out who the culprit is.
$39.99 On AMAZON CANADA
Cook Dinner Together
Price: $9.69+ per meal per person
Details: Snagging a restaurant reso right now can be near impossible, so why not try cooking a nice meal together at home? Hello Fresh has a ton of different options for different dietary restrictions and preferences, too.
$9.69+ On HELLO FRESH
Get To Know Each Other Better
Amazon Canada
Price: $24.95
Details: Think you know everything about your partner? You might just learn a thing or two about them after spending a night going through these conversation starter cards. There are 100 thought-provoking questions in this deck so you'll end up spending A LOT of time talking.
$24.95 On AMAZON CANADA
Have Dessert For Dinner
Amazon Canada
Price: $49.37
Details: Make delicious s'mores from the comfort of your own living room. No campfire needed. This kit comes with a wraparound bowl for your ingredients and two roasting forks.
$49.37 On AMAZON CANADA
Have A Paint Night
Amazon Canada
Price: $31.95
Details: Get artsy together with an at-home paint night that would make Bob Ross proud. This kit has everything you need so you won't have to scramble around for individual brushes and canvases. Try painting the same reference picture to see who is the true artiste in the relationship!
$31.95 On AMAZON CANADA
Give Each Other Massages
Price: $18.99
Details: Help each other unwind after a long day with a relaxing massage. This one is formulated with essential oils like chamomile and lavender that can really soothe sore muscles.
$18.99 On AMAZON CANADA
Play A Good Old-Fashioned Card Game
Amazon Canada
Price: $19.98
Details: Travel the world from the comfort of your own home with this special edition deck of cards that feature some of the most beautiful architectural wonders on the globe. Here are some card game ideas for two if you're sick of Go Fish.
$19.98 On AMAZON CANADA
Have A Wine And Cheese Night
Amazon Canada
Price: $49.99
Details: Pick up some yummy cheeses and your favourite bottle of vino and put on some tunes while you unwind. This charcuterie board has some clever ridges for holding crackers and a slide-out knife drawer for the best cheese-eating experience.
$49.99 On AMAZON CANADA
Take A Bubble Bath
Price: $8.98
Details: Or take a relaxing bubble bath together with the Dr. Teals foaming bath that's made with soothing Epsom salt. Don't forget the candles!
$8.98 On AMAZON CANADA
Download The Paired App
Price: Free!
Details: If you're in a long-distance relationship then the Paired app might help you feel more connected on a day-to-day basis. You can download it and get a free seven-day trial. It's packed with couples quizzes, thought-provoking questions, games and expert tips that the two of you can access from your phones.
Find It On PAIRED
Make Homemade Pizza
Amazon Canada
Price: $34.95
Details: Would you consider you and your partner foodies? If yes, try your hand at making some homemade 'za with this Canadian company's pizza pans. The perforated surface will ensure you end up with a perfectly cooked pie.
$34.95 On AMAZON CANADA
Take An Online Salsa Class
Price: $17.99+
Details: Get moving with this online salsa dancing class that'll teach you fun moves in just two hours. You won't have to worry about bumping into other students since it's made for learning at home.
$17.99 On UDEMY
Have A Cocktail Night
Amazon Canada
Price: $29.99
Details: Pretend you're on vacation with this cocktail mixer kit that features some popular flavours from around the world (without buying a thousand ingredients). All you'll need next is some liquor and ice.