Here at Classy Gents we understand that it can be rather tricky to find activities that couples can enjoy together (particularly at the beginning of a relationship!). Don’t worry; we’ve all been there, which is why we’ve decided to share with you our sure-fire secret to winning a ladies heart.

To pull this off, the first thing you’ll need is a lidded silver platter. This is an essential item for any Classy Gent – we really cannot stress that enough!

Think about it, have you ever seen anyone in a film eat a classy dinner without one?

Now, admittedly they can be costly, but we guarantee that if you do make the investment, before you know it, you’ll find it impossible to enjoy a meal without one (I’m actually using mine right now – it’s full of beef McCoys* and Munch Bunch).

As soon as you bring your platter into the dining room, you’re already pretty much halfway towards a successful and fulfilling relationship. She’ll be ablaze with curiosity and anticipation for what’s inside, and trust us; you’re not about to let her down.

At this stage, it’s important not to rush things. Take it slow. Tease her. Then, in one fluid, sensual movement, lift off the lid of your platter and reveal what’s waiting inside.

This is no ordinary dinner date fare. Not for your young lady some boring old poached hare or lamb brulée. No, no. We guarantee she will not be expecting this.

A fully working model of a Volcano!

Boom! Literally.

You just sealed the deal, my son.

If there’s one thing girls love, it’s practical demonstrations of science – everybody knows this – and this baby is a twofer. Not only can you use your model to explain the science and history behind volcanic eruptions, but it also functions as a neat demonstration of acid and base reactions. Bingo.**

What’s more is she’ll be so completely head over heels that you (seemingly***) put such an effort into making sure the two of you could enjoy a lovely evening, that she may well attempt to remove your clothing, without a care for proper hanging procedure, right then and there.

 Should this happen however, you must warmly chastise her, remind her that you are a gentleman, and finish the lecture.

Have no fear, this will only heighten her arousal. All women love a man who takes charge of situations and besides, we have already described how clothing MUST be removed in romantic situations in an earlier post:

http://classy-gents.tumblr.com/post/15773851395/onentertainingalady.

You definitely can’t afford to forget that one.

She’ll be sure to blush while you explain the difference between magma and lava, go weak at the knees when you reveal the ins and outs of cryptodomes, and have an armchair nearby, because she might just faint when you add those little drops of vinegar to end the evening with a subtly suggestive eruption.

She’ll be like putty in your hands.

* Pro Tip 1: For a truly classy treat, next time you have crisps, why not put them in a bowl?

** Pro Tip 2: To really set her heart aflutter, try relating it to her own life by explaining that this reaction is what makes no yeast cakes all nice and fluffy. You won’t regret it!

*** In reality all you’ll need is a papier maché volcano (which can be reused on future dates FYI), some baking soda, soap, vinegar, and red and yellow food colourings.