wine and dine

• Jemanden aufwendig bewirten und unterhalten, meist mit gutem Essen und Getränken, oft um ihn zu beeindrucken oder für sich zu gewinnen.

To entertain someone lavishly, typically by taking them out for a nice meal and drinks, often with the intention of impressing or persuading them.

1. Entertain lavishlyB2informal

   To entertain someone with fine food and drink, often to impress or persuade them.

   Bewirten und verwöhnen

   • The company wined and dined the potential clients at a five-star restaurant.
   • He wined and dined her on their first date.
   • They were wined and dined by the investors before the deal was signed.