It is always nice to have someone to share your likes and hobbies with. Especially so if the person has the same obsessions as you do. Food is a universally-loved entity in itself and many people identify themselves as ‘foodies’ – us included.

Food dates, travelling for food, breakfast in bed and more. If you are lucky enough to be with someone who adores food as much as you do, things like these are frequent and aplenty; and it’s what keeps you going!

If you are in a food-centric relationship, you will probably relate to this list of 15 Things Only Foodie Couples Will Understand.

#1 BREAKFAST IN BED REGULARLY

There is nothing better than waking up to the smell of eggs and pancakes – in bed. Either your other half is the loving one to make you breakfast, or you getting up early just to surprise him/her. Breakfast in bed is sweet all the same.

#2 COOKING TOGETHER IS YOUR FAVOURITE PAST TIME

You look forward to coming home after a trying day at work and dishing out some of our signature dishes in the kitchen together with your partner. That’s some quality time spent there, and it promotes communication and coordination!

#3 DOUBLE UP DESSERTS

You know how couples tend to share a dessert at the end of the meal? Forget that, you guys will order 2 (or more) desserts. The more the merrier, so that you get a taste of everything!

#4 EDIBLE GIFTS ARE ALWAYS PREFERRED

Some girls love diamonds and some guys love luxury watches. But not for us. Meal treats, macarons and buffet surprises are our thing. That’s how practical we are.

#5 FOOD ARTICLES SHARING 24/7

Ever saw an article about a new restaurant opening on Facebook and you just cannot wait to check it out? You would proabbly copy the link and send it to your partner right away and start making plans. That’s how we foodies roll, yes?

#6 FOOD DATE NIGHTS ARE APLENTY

We don’t really care for ice skating and movie dates, neither do we get excited about parties and whatnot. We just want to dine out and spend time with food together. That’s our idea of happiness and a perfect date. Just food at different restaurants and cafes.

#7 IT CAN GET COMPETITIVE WHEN IT COMES TO FOOD

You guys can sometimes try to one-up each other on how much you know about food. Admit it, many of your heated arguments circle around who knows about food best, where to dine at, what to cook tonight and all the food-related issues.

#8 SHARING SNACKS OR BITES WHENEVER

You never have to worry about not finishing a snack, because you know your partner is going to gobble the remaining up for you. Being with a partner who loves to eat as much you do is really about ordering whatever you want and sharing them!

#9 TEXTS TO EACH OTHER LARGELY INVOLVE FOOD

You send pictures of food, plan your next meal, discuss about your dinner last night, talk about the new restaurants etc. A large part of your texts revolves around food, and that’s what gets the both of you excited.

#10 TRAVELS ARE PLANNED AROUND FOOD

When you take a holiday, your itinerary is centered around food. Food is your priority, and you make sure you map out your meal plans before anything else.

#11 YOU BOTH HAVE FOOD-ONLY INSTAGRAMS

Ok, maybe 90%. But you get the idea. Photos of your breakfast in bed, photos of your homemade lunch, photos of your fine 8-course dinner, photos of your picnic basket, photos of your anniversary cake, and everything else in between.

#12 YOU CAN ORDER MORE FOOD TO SHARE

When you have a partner who loves food and can eat as much as you, ordering food is never a problem. Cannot decide between two choice? Order them both! It is our favourite theory of “the more the merrier”. Oh what joy it is to have our tables filled with plenty of dishes!

#13 YOU CAN SURPRISE EACH OTHER WITH FOOD

Surprising each other with food is a regular thing between you guys. Buy him/her that slice of cake, or plan surprise dinners for him/her on an otherwise regular and dreadful work day!

#14 YOU HAVE A DAILY MEAL/FOOD PLAN TOGETHER

You guys plan your meals in advance and you always look forward to dining with the other person because this means another awesome food adventure together. This also enhances communication and promotes bonding.

#15 YOU NEVER ARGUE ABOUT WHAT TO EAT

Yes, you might squabble a bit, but you never really argue because you will take turns dining at each other’s favourite places. Food keeps the relationship going, and always gives you something to look forward to. Definitely more than just a date!

When it comes to finding the right partner, let’s face it – there isn’t a sure-win formula. You can get down on your knees and pray for the right fit every night but they don’t always turn out exactly the way you want, doesn’t it?

But here’s what I know with absolute certainty: Isn’t love all about being happy? I’m unashamed to say that food makes me happy. Happiness comes in a 15” by 15” box of pepperoni pizza with tons of parmesan cheese in it.

Here are 5 reasons why you should be with a partner who loves to eat:

#1 HE/SHE UNDERSTANDS THE EXPRESSION “HANGRY”

“Hangry” simply means feeling hungry AND angry all at the same time. It is an excruciating, exhausting and gut-wrenching kind of emotion that any foodie would experience at least thrice a week. And this awful feeling doesn’t go away until you’ve been fed.

Look, we’ve all said mean things when we’re angry. And we will probably say even worse things when we’re “hangry”. He/She will understand why you’re feeling grumpy and respect your need for food. When this happens, he/she will google on their phones for the nearest food joint just so he/she can see you smile again.

Here’s a personal advice: If your partner ever asks you why you are so moody when you haven’t had lunch at 3pm, you should run for the hills. He/she clearly doesn’t get you and will never understand how you live to eat. Which brings me to my next point…

#2 HE/SHE WILL NEVER JUDGE YOU WHEN YOU OVER-ORDER

We’ve ALL done it before. When you’re hungry beyond your mind can function, you want every single thing on that damn menu. The result? You over-order. There is a mutual understanding that hunger is a problem that needs to be fixed and we should order a side of truffle fries AND chicken wings just for appetizers. Why? Well, we should never need to choose between two amazing things when you can have both.

#3 HE/SHE UNDERSTANDS THE VALUE OF INDULGENCE

Hawker food is great. I love my chicken rice and Lor Mee but there are days where you just want to indulge on a serving of Australian Angus grain fed filet mignon that would probably cost you a week’s lunch money. But he/she gets it. You both worked hard for your money, why shouldn’t you indulge? He/she understands that while the everyday food court affair is great, nothing beats an amazing date night with you at a fancy restaurant, well because you’re worth it. *winks

#4 YOU WILL NEVER RUN OUT OF THINGS TO DO TOGETHER AS A COUPLE

Why do you think almost every social gathering involves food? It is a fact that people bond over food. A foodie is always up for trying new joints and cuisines. Food also tastes better when it is shared. Take it from me, some of the best date conversations I’ve had were shared over (Yep, you guessed it right) pizza and beer.

#5 A FOODIE IS NATURALLY A HAPPIER PERSON

Chocolates consist of chemicals that stimulate channels in the brain to release endorphins. Hence chocolates heighten sensitivity and produce euphoria. (DUH!)

Strawberries are rich in vitamin C that helps in the production of endorphins and aid in absorption. (Yep, okay)

Pasta is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which fill up us while releasing energy slowly. (HELL YEAH!)

It is obvious that people who love to eat are naturally happier than those who count the calories with every meal. There is nothing happier and more satisfying when you’ve both finished an awesome meal together and rubbing each other’s bursting bellies.

I’ve been on dates where I’d get told off for ordering a hamburger because it is unhealthy and that truly did not make me happy. I’d go home, lie in bed feeling sad for myself for enjoying that burger and now my date is never going to ask me out again because I am 800 calories fatter than before. And guess what happens next? I progress to stress eating. GIVE ME THE CHOCOLATE! GIVE ME THE CHIPS!

I don’t know about you but take it from a real person; life is really too short to be counting calories as you eat. Food is not the solution to every problem but it fixes everything. (Get it?) The right partner knows that and lets you have your cake and wake you up for a run the next morning. As Julia Child puts it – People who love to eat are the best people.

And I agree completely.

About the writer:
Obsessed with details, prints and food, April is a city-dweller who is always on the prowl for new food joints on our little red dot. A corporate ninja by day, an avid foodie by night, the best (and only) way to her heart is indeed through her belly. Check out her virtual life in filters and odd frames on Instagram.