Could have to do with 1) Her French culture and 2) Her upbringing where she was told "a gentleman takes out a girl to dinner." Sometimes European chicks expect food.
It's solid that after your ballsy text, she still complied with the date. If she wants to be outdoors, you can also do a quick picnic at a grassy area near your place with sandwiches or a pasta salad plus a few sides and a bottle of wine. Hell, you can even go to Whole Foods and get everything you need for $20. After the picnic, mention a movie or Netflix at your place and close the deal.
It's solid that after your ballsy text, she still complied with the date. If she wants to be outdoors, you can also do a quick picnic at a grassy area near your place with sandwiches or a pasta salad plus a few sides and a bottle of wine. Hell, you can even go to Whole Foods and get everything you need for $20. After the picnic, mention a movie or Netflix at your place and close the deal.
"Desserts are like mistresses. They are bad for you. So if you are having one, you might as well have two." - Alain Ducasse