For years, girls thought they should always eat less than their boyfriends, or choose "ladylike" foods like steamed fish and salads off a menu.

But a new survey reveals that a third of guys regard a similar taste in food as the most important aspect of a happy relationship.

More important than understanding the rules of cricket, guys will appreciate more their girlfriends' ability to eat off the same menu as them.

Subconsciously, guys also link a girl's appetite with her appetite for life. Some psychologists have suggested that there is a link between how a girl eats and how passionate she is about love and life.

So feel free to suggest ordering junk food, or going out for a curry or steak dinner. Ask for extra cheese on your pizza and never say: "Hold the salad dressing."

Enjoy your food and order that decadent double-chocolate dessert. Your guy is likely to like you even more for it.

? Adfero Ltd