What’s something you’ve been meaning to try simply because it looks fun? Maybe it’s baking bread, picking up a racquet, or finally joining your friends for a game online. November’s cooler days and longer evenings offer a chance to make a little room for that curiosity.
You can start with one recipe, an afternoon out or a few rounds with a friend and see where it takes you. With Venngo perks helping make getting started more affordable, here are five ways to try something new or return to an old favourite.
Choose a recipe you’ve saved and give it a spot on this weekend’s menu. You could try making fresh pasta, bake cinnamon buns for a slow Sunday morning or invite someone over to cook a dish neither of you has made before.
For a little inspiration, explore HelloFresh perks and try a meal outside your usual rotation. KitchenAid perks are worth a look if you’ve had your eye on a tool for your next kitchen project, while grocery eGift cards can help with ingredients for whatever you’re cooking up.
If you’re making it a group activity, let everyone take charge of one course. You’ll have a few new recipes to try and a very good reason to linger at the table.
A different activity can give you something new to look forward to during the week. Invite a friend to a beginner yoga class, find a local badminton drop-in or give indoor golf a try. You can keep things casual while you learn, with plenty of room for a little friendly competition.
Check out Decathlon for equipment suited to the activity you’re exploring, or browse NOBULL for workout clothing and footwear. If golf has caught your interest, look for TARGET Indoor Golf perks and Golf Town eGift cards as you plan your next session.
A November evening is a good excuse to explore a new game or return to one you loved years ago. Try a puzzle game you can work through at your own pace, team up with friends for a cooperative adventure, or bring everyone together for a little couch competition.
Nintendo eShop eGift cards can help you explore something new to play. If you’re already thinking about updating your setup, check your perks for SteelSeries accessories, Lenovo computers and Sennheiser audio. For a fun twist, maybe let a friend choose a game you’d never pick yourself and return the favour next time!
A nearby trail can feel completely different in late fall, especially when you have time to stop and notice what’s around you. Choose a route suited to the weather, dress for the conditions and bring a warm drink to enjoy along the way. Trying a different park or bringing a camera can turn a familiar kind of outing into something new.
Browse Bass Pro Shops perks or Sporting Life eGift cards if you need outdoor gear for your plans. If fishing is on your list, take a little time to learn about local seasons and license requirements before choosing your outing.
You can also use a cozy evening indoors to plan a future camping weekend. Explore Camp Rentique perks as you start thinking about where you’d like to go and what you’ll need for the trip.
Let curiosity choose your next night out. Browse Venngo event tickets for a show that catches your attention, cheer on a team or invite someone to an event you’ve both been meaning to experience. Part of the fun is being in the crowd and sharing the moment as it happens.
If you’re in the mood for the big screen, Cineplex eGift cards can help turn a movie on your watchlist into an evening out. Add dinner using dining eGift cards and give yourselves time afterward to compare favourite scenes or debate the ending.
You could even take turns planning a monthly outing with a friend, giving each of you a chance to introduce the other to something you enjoy.
Pick the idea that makes you curious and set aside some time to try it. Whether it becomes a regular hobby or simply a memorable afternoon, it’s worth making room for something you enjoy.
Log in to Venngo to explore relevant perks before you make your plans, and see where a little curiosity takes you this November.