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TopHatAssassin

03-08-2011, 11:09 PM

Dudes and dudettes, I come to you with a question. What is a good snack to serve during a study session that also says, "I'm totally into you"?

You see, I will most likely be spending tomorrow evening with a lovely young lady with whom I am going to school with. We have an exam coming up this Friday, and much like last term, we believe that studying together will be helpful. Also much like last time, I would like to make something for us to consume. Thing is, I don't really know what. I want to do something simple but also elegant. My roommates have suggested a pasta something, which I'm inclined to do because I totally would like to try out a shrimp scampi over some kind of long noodle.

So I thought it would be nice to ask all y'all what your thoughts on the matter might be. What foods do you use to woo - or even just satisfy - your significant others/good friends?

Bells

03-08-2011, 11:27 PM

Don't make it look like a date dude, show simplicity over sophistication.. it works best.
The focus is still the Studies so you need something not messy, not noisy, tasty, but porbably something one can eat with just one hand.

Finger sandwiches and tea are a good way to go, you can make an assort of flavors, and tea can be done on the spot, so you can offer her a selection to her taste, all with low cost.

Also, a nice mix of Salt and sugar is good... a jolt of Sugar might help out with studying and all. Wonderbread, Nutella and slices of Starwberry make tasty snacks and look classy

Doc ock rokc

03-08-2011, 11:43 PM

I find pretzels peppermints and water/a cola help a brain.
Pretzels provide salt and peppermints sugar and the water helps wash it down

phil_

03-09-2011, 12:14 AM

Hearts. Chicken and pig. Maybe cow, if you want to go big.

MuMu

03-09-2011, 12:36 AM

bluestarultor

03-09-2011, 12:43 AM

Guys, I am disappoint.

Chocolate-covered pretzels. Sweet, salt, chocolate, and easily munchable with one hand.

Mind you, this is as a side to something else. Probably best combined with the Nutella suggestion. You'll want milk, too, to cut the sugar and stave off the diabeetus.

Edit: Also, nothing kills actual studying like a sugar crash.

phil_

03-09-2011, 12:47 AM

Ask her to get something on another room and while she's away you rip off your shirt, draw a heart on your chest with Chantilly and announce that the snack is served.

But really, just a couple of sandwiches should do.Carve the heart-shape into your chest with a knife. That way she'll know you're serious.

Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 12:58 AM

Write that bitch some poetry.

Bitches love poetry.

bluestarultor

03-09-2011, 01:07 AM

Write that bitch some poetry.

Bitches love poetry.

It has to be good poetry, though. Like, actually really impressive. And then that might be too strong. He's going for subtle.

Bells

03-09-2011, 01:19 AM

You can also "joke" about it with her telling her "don't forget to bring the wine!" If she takes you seriously and bring any sort of Booze, you're in.

Psychology... bitches luvs it

MuMu

03-09-2011, 01:36 AM

It has to be good poetry, though. Like, actually really impressive. And then that might be too strong. He's going for subtle.

Man, subtlety is for the weak, he should go full bard on her. Compose a ballad and perform it for her dressed fully in renaissance attire. Also, call a couple of friends to play the accordion and the flute while you jam the lute.

bluestarultor

03-09-2011, 01:40 AM

Man, subtlety is for the weak, he should go full bard on her. Compose a ballad and perform it for her dressed fully in renaissance attire. Also, call a couple of friends to play the accordion and the flute while you jam the lute.

And scare her away forever and/or get dragged to the school psychiatrist. ;P

Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 02:17 AM

And then subsequently made passionate love to by the psychiatrist because goddamn that is smooth.

Hatake Kakashi

03-09-2011, 02:37 AM

Pfft. Set up a chocolate fondue. Keep chilled strawberries and cream puffs on hand.

Works every time.

Also, take a break in the middle of the study. Suggest watching a movie. Cruel Intentions is one of those dramas with just enough intrigue and stuff to set the mood.

Professor Smarmiarty

03-09-2011, 02:59 AM

Cocktail sausages obviously.

Seil

03-09-2011, 03:58 AM

Dude, you're over thinking this

...And trust me, don't do that. ...Just trust me.liks

You could totally make something. And that would make you seem like a chef. But you also seem someone trying too hard. Try ordering a pizza and hanging out with her instead. Being all like "Hey, let's go see a movie later" is a bonus. Be like "Hey, I'm a cool guy when I'm not thinking about anything but hanging out with you 'cause you're a really cool chick" is neat, too.

Marc v4.0

03-09-2011, 04:05 AM

Write that bitch some poetry.

Bitches love poetry.

Psychology... bitches luvs it

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/4549162/1299332365952.jpg

mauve

03-09-2011, 04:37 AM

I dunno about actual not-sugar-filled stuff, but I've got an idea for a dessert-ish snack: Make caramel nut pretzels. They're easy, quick, and delicious.

What you need:

-Bag of mini pretzel squares. I guess normal mini-pretzels might work, but squares are easier to deal with because they hold the caramel better.

-Bag of caramel squares. You know, the kind you can buy at a grocery store for making caramel apples and such.

-About 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and/or white chocolate chips. For topping!

-Pecan halves or walnuts, shelled.

-Cookie sheet and foil.

-Sandwich baggies or freezer bags.

What you do:

Preheat the oven to 250*F. Put foil on the cookie sheet and lay out however many pretzels you want in a single layer.

Next, get out your caramels and chop them in half, horizontally (Like a hamburger bun, so you have a top half square and a bottom half square). Lay one of the caramel halves on each of your pretzels.

Now toss it in the oven for 6-8 minutes, until the caramels start to get soft.

Take the cookie sheet out of the oven and lightly press a walnut or pecan into the center of each caramel.

As the caramel is cooling, you might want to twist each pretzel slightly so the caramel doesn't stick to the tin foil.

Okay, here's the slightly tricky part. Put your chocolate chips into a freezer bag or sandwich bag. (Obviously, use two separate bags if you're using both chocolate and white chocolate chips.) Seal the bag, and microwave on high for 30-50 seconds. MAKE SURE TO OPEN THE MICROWAVE AND CHECK THE BAGS EVERY 15 SECONDS. You don't want to accidentally melt the bag or let the chocolate burn.

Once the chocolate is melted, cut a small tip from the bottom corner of the bag(s). (Keyword is "small.") Tadaaa! You now have a super-advanced pastry-decorating device! Now you can use the bag to drizzle stripes of chocolate on the caramel-pretzels. It looks fancy.

Now all you have to do is let the pretzels cool until the chocolate sets up, move them to a nice plate (check to make sure there's no foil stuck to them!) and enjoy!

They're basically like an unholy union between a chocolate turtle and a Snickers bar. They're really addictive.

Specterbane

03-09-2011, 07:59 AM

I'm inclined to agree with Seil...wow, I actually said it.

ANYWAY, he's right don't try so hard. You're into her, and she's willing to study alone with you so chances are she's into you at least mildly; so there's no need for some big effort yet, it'd probably be more creepy than helpful. Ask her if she wants to head out for lunch/dinner/drinks (depending on the time) after the exam. The study break for a movie or something is a great idea.

It's always been best for me to be low key and not take things to the "relationship" level too quickly, instead just ease into it at a pace that's comfortable for the both of you. Then for a 3rd date you can make Mauve's tasty snacks.

TopHatAssassin

03-09-2011, 11:47 AM

First off, thank you all for being your awesome selves and giving me a laugh this morning.

Ask her to get something on another room and while she's away you rip off your shirt, draw a heart on your chest with Chantilly and announce that the snack is served.
Man, subtlety is for the weak, he should go full bard on her. Compose a ballad and perform it for her dressed fully in renaissance attire. Also, call a couple of friends to play the accordion and the flute while you jam the lute.

These right here. I would not hesitate for even one second to try and pull this kind of thing off. But, as some have mentioned, the key here is not to scare her off.

Maybe later. :D

I'm very much liking these snack ideas, I honestly had never considered such things. Pizza sure, one-step things like pretzels and the like, of course. But your ideas are wonderful!

Dude, you're over thinking this

Oh, I know. My problem is that I spent the last four years of my life learning how to analyze and interpret texts and pull some kind of meaning or significance from them. I swear it's become second nature for me, and it's leaking into my social life. :P But women are not books. And you're right, I can't very well be going all out just yet. It sends uncool vibes.

I do like the idea of a study break, though. I just wonder if we're going to need that much time.

Helpful hints duly noted! Thank you one and all! If I'm not back in 48 hours, you can find me in my room listening to sad songs.

Bells

03-09-2011, 12:05 PM

But women are not books

If they were it would be in Braile, Amirite?

HIGH FIVE!! C'MON!! YEAH!

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_IvAa0S7QhRw/ShYg4w65poI/AAAAAAAABnA/MeG_y1vsYYA/s400/lei+de+smurfs+high+five.jpg

...i'll be in the corner

Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 12:12 PM

phil_

03-09-2011, 12:19 PM

MuMu

03-09-2011, 12:42 PM

Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 12:57 PM

Ask her to get something on another room and while she's away you rip off your shirt, draw a heart on your chest with Chantilly and announce that the snack is served.

But really, just a couple of sandwiches should do.

Whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah... Whoah.

Are you implying that I should get her a sandwich?

Karrrrrrrrrrrresche

03-09-2011, 01:11 PM

Whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah, whoah... Whoah.

Are you implying that I should get her a sandwich?

Well you could also be open and honest about how you feel regarding the situation and gain some insight in how she feels about the whole thing by asking her.

Bells

03-09-2011, 01:45 PM

Dear NPF,

After hearing about the great successes of all the people who turned to you for relationship advice I decided I would take my problems to you too in hopes that you may know the solution. My problem is this: My girlfriend is fine. I mean she's got some brutal uncanny nice ass. But its been like 2 months and she ain't put out yet. Shit be whack, yo. Whats guy gotta do to get a little somethin somethin?

Maybe she is waiting for you to put it out first. Ever thought about THAT?!

Also, here is a Paranoid and non-sicnetific at all test... embrace her with your hands reeeeeeeeeeeeally close over her ass. She could accept it, which means she wants it, or she could remove your hands... here is the catch: If she removes your hands from her by gripping your hand, that means "Not now, later." is she remove your hands with a grip on your wrist... that's a "fuck off".

Or maybe you could just run the thought of you two taking a small trip somewhere to be totally alone and see how she responds to that idea...

Professor Smarmiarty

03-09-2011, 02:04 PM

I'll brew you some helpers in the lab. What's you address? Might have a problem with the customs.

The SSB Intern

03-09-2011, 02:18 PM

Well you could also be open and honest about how you feel regarding the situation and gain some insight in how she feels about the whole thing by asking her.

Dude's asking for advice, cut the bullshit.

Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 02:19 PM

Well you could also be open and honest about how you feel regarding the situation and gain some insight in how she feels about the whole thing by asking her.

So what you're saying is I should just try to stick it in there and see what happens? Good idea, I'll try that.

Also, Smarty, when you say helpers do you mean Chloroform or Aphrodisiacs? I mean, I get what I want either way, but how I go about it will depend on which.

rpgdemon

03-09-2011, 02:30 PM

Okay, here's the slightly tricky part. Put your chocolate chips into a freezer bag or sandwich bag. (Obviously, use two separate bags if you're using both chocolate and white chocolate chips.) Seal the bag, and microwave on high for 30-50 seconds. MAKE SURE TO OPEN THE MICROWAVE AND CHECK THE BAGS EVERY 15 SECONDS. You don't want to accidentally melt the bag or let the chocolate burn.

Insert that WRONGWRONGWRONGWRONG picture from the happy forum adventure game here.

Double boiler man. Double boiler. The champion's way to melt chocolate.

Pot + water. On top of this, bowl with chocolate in it. Make sure that bowl is metal or something that won't melt.

Professor Smarmiarty

03-09-2011, 02:38 PM

I can tailor it to order. Chloroform is easier to produce and ship but if you're a classy dude we can stick to the less drastic.

Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 02:39 PM

Thats a good idea. The bitches love class.

phil_

03-09-2011, 03:01 PM

Insert that WRONGWRONGWRONGWRONG picture from the happy forum adventure game here.

Double boiler man. Double boiler. The champion's way to melt chocolate.

Pot + water. On top of this, bowl with chocolate in it. Make sure that bowl is metal or something that won't melt.But does double boiler double as its own pastry bag?

No. It doesn't double as anything except being a boiler, which isn't really doubling at all.

Meister

03-09-2011, 03:02 PM

Insert that WRONGWRONGWRONGWRONG picture from the happy forum adventure game here.

Double boiler man. Double boiler. The champion's way to melt chocolate.

Pot + water. On top of this, bowl with chocolate in it. Make sure that bowl is metal or something that won't melt.
In addition, make sure the bowl doesn't touch the water, that no water gets in the chocolate and that you don't let the chocolate get too hot, i.e. take it off once it's melted.

Specterbane

03-09-2011, 04:00 PM

While we're back on topic of confections there's a much simpler way to make a nice little treat that's similar.

Use round pretzels, Hugs (http://www.hersheys.com/kisses/products.aspx#/KISSES-HUGS-Chocolate) (mostly for the stripe effect, switch out as you like.), and M&M's.

Place the Hugs/whatever in the pretzel and warm them to a point where they're pliable but not melted, then push an M&M down into the center.

Also you can melt chocolate (or caramel) chips in glass in the microwave just as well without worrying about melting a plastic bag, then use a plastic bag as a pastry tool if you're not the type to pay attention to things like melting plastic all the time.

And as always, unless you're doing it together, don't do this for someone without practicing first.

Magic_Marker

03-09-2011, 06:47 PM

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Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 06:48 PM

Oh I'll show her a Reptar alright.

Magic_Marker

03-09-2011, 06:49 PM

It disturbs me that you are implying you have a green penis. Get that checked out.

TopHatAssassin

03-09-2011, 07:01 PM

Look at this spread.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c294/TopHatAssassin/DSC_0009small.jpg
Look at this fuckin' masterpiece of culinary cunning, a true testament to tasty treats.

We've got Ants on a Log, a sour cream/salsa/cheddar dip with chips, and some banana oatmeal cookie thing I found this morning. Something for everyone and everyone for something. And rest assured, these are safe and delicious. I tasted them myself.

She's due any minute now. It's showtime, baby!

Pip Boy

03-09-2011, 07:09 PM

Hit that or you're gay.

pochercoaster

03-09-2011, 07:14 PM

I fear for most of everyone's romantic future on this board.

Those cookies do look good though.

Bells

03-09-2011, 07:26 PM

i expect a play-by-play report during halftime

I'll be doing a one-man-wave for you here! GO GO GO!

TopHatAssassin

03-09-2011, 11:16 PM

Post-game recap!

It was a great success on the whole (I would say). The food, while not consumed in any great quantity, was proclaimed good. I'm okay with this. A good amount of those cookies will be coming with me to school tomorrow to be delivered unto my study buddy. They were pretty big players tonight.

Actual studying was accomplished to great effectiveness. It was also quite fun. :D

More to come if necessary. I can't concentrate right now, feeling too good.