Believe it or not, it's a great therapy if you're counting down to your wedding and you're already feeling stressed. Discover below all the benefits of this dynamic and some tips to enjoy even more the art of cooking together.

Benefits of cooking as a couple

Any activity that you share will be positive for strengthening the bonds between the couple. However, cooking offers many more benefits, starting with the fact that it is an activity that will allow you to spend time together in a relaxed atmosphere.

In addition, tackling a recipe awakens all the senses, stimulates creativity, develops concentration, reduces stress and lowers anxiety levels. And it is that cooking will disconnect you from your worries But not only that, because cooking will also encourage teamwork, dialogue, trust, complicity and even passion. And finally, if you have children or plan to have them, consider that the habit of cooking as a family transmits positive values to the little ones.

Tips

1. Adapt the space

If you want to enjoy your time in the kitchen even more, make sure to to equip it with the necessary appliances, utensils and accessories In addition, they can customize their aprons, enhance the lighting and always play good music, so they can cook with music in the background, in a comfortable space and having everything at hand to achieve a complete sensory experience.

2. Create rituals

Break up the monotony of the week by incorporating different food-related rituals, such as Mexican Mondays to replace the traditional dinner with tacos or burritos.

Or, why not, join in the custom on the 29th of every month and treat yourself to some delicious gnocchi. It's a belief related to attracting abundance and prosperity, so it's great if you're on your way to getting married. And the weekend snack is another ritual you can't miss.

In fact, will be looking forward to Saturday to accompany a good movie with a gourmet board, some rustic potatoes or whatever you can think of to cook.

3. Innovate with flavors

The fun of cooking also lies in trying new recipes, so dare to discover exotic ingredients, to mix spices or to combine flavors and textures in different dishes. And don't worry if you are not experts or you are not always so satisfied, since little by little they will polish their hand The important thing is that they will have fun, they will learn and it will be a team effort, not forgetting -by the way- that washing the dishes is also part of the process.

4. Delight each other

Just as they divided the tasks of the wedding organization, they can do the same in the kitchen, that is, one member of the couple can prepare the appetizer and dessert, while the other is dedicated to the main course. This way they can vary and surprise each other This is a good idea, for example, if you are planning a romantic dinner or even if you are having guests over for a meal.

5. Learn to eat healthy

If the daily rhythm forces you to have hamburgers and hot dogs for lunch almost every day at the office, take advantage of the opportunity to cook together to learn healthy recipes. You will find that it's easier than it looks increase the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, low-fat dairy products, legumes, fish and white meats, among other healthy foods with which they can make endless preparations.

Vegetables, for example, can be sautéed, baked, boiled, cooked, in soups, stews, creams, caramelized, au gratin or stuffed. Make a new list for the supermarket, and choose more natural products and less processes. Your health will thank you!

6. Take classes

And finally, why not sign up for a course if you like gastronomy? will be able to expand their knowledge even further and perfect their techniques in a workshop, where they can also share experiences and meet other couples.

However, if time is not on your side, you will still find many online courses: Chilean and international cuisine, artisan bakery and pastry making are some of the most repeated lessons in these workshops.

To cook with your partner

Mexican Tacos Recipe

Chilango

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• ⅓ cup tomato concentrate
• 4 teaspoons taco seasoning
• 1 tray of ground beef
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 chopped tomato
• Chopped lettuce to taste
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sour cream to taste
• 8 corn tortillas
• 2 tablespoons Mexican sauce
• Oil

Preparation

• Heat a frying pan with a tablespoon of oil.
• Add the onion and garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 5 minutes.
• Add taco seasoning and tomato concentrate.
• Add the meat, and season with salt and pepper.
• Stir and wait until it is cooked through.
• Then, heat the tortillas one at a time in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
• Fill them on one side with all the ingredients, sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top and close the tortillas.
• Another option is to just fill the taco with the meat and serve the ingredients separately so that each person can prepare the taco as they please.
• Either way, they'll be ready to enjoy!

Recipe for rustic potatoes

Embers of Tierramar

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 tbsp. dried rosemary
• 1 tbsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 50 gr grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt, pepper
• Olive oil

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
• Wash the potatoes and cut them into wedges, without peeling them.
• Transfer to a deep bowl and coat with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper.
• Stir well to distribute the flavors evenly.
• Add the rosemary, thyme, aji color and parmesan cheese, then stir well.
• Transfer to a baking sheet or baking dish and bake for 45 minutes, or until potatoes are golden brown.
• Serve warm as a snack or side dish.

It's been proven that cooking as a couple only adds points to a relationship, so if you're on the verge of marriage, incorporate this dynamic into your daily routine and you'll strengthen your bond even more.