India, Aug. 25 -- Forget flashy coffee chains, the new romance hotspots in Delhi-NCR are draped in leaves and vines. With potted palms, bamboo corners, and soft lighting, plant-themed cafes are striking a chord with Gen Z and millennials who are trading in noisy fast-food joints for leafy sanctuaries in this trend called plant dating.

"Eateries themed around plants are more rejuvenating than the usual four-walled structures with artificial lighting," says model Ashu Chaudhary, who often heads to green cafes in Noida with his girlfriend, Tanisha Bagrodia. "There's a natural energy in such places which helps us reset especially after a hectic week of college or work. We end up enjoying each other's company more than our phones," adds Tanis...