There comes a time in life when most (if not all) of your friends have found partners—at least temporarily. The presence of the significant other can cut into your exclusive girls’ time, but that doesn’t mean you should see your gal pals less often. Instead, make things easier for you and for them by having your gal pals’ guys befriend each other. And one of the best ways to do that is by group dating (Note: This is also a great way to bond with your guy’s barkada, if they’re willing.).

But while going out to dinner then seeing a movie as an ensemble might be the easy thing to do, there are so many more ways you can make things fun for all of you. FN lists a few ideas.

(Screencap from How I Met Your Mother courtesy of CBS)