Best way to cook t-bones: have the boyfriend grill them outside - BBQ is such a manly activity, don't you think? And most guys puff up with pride when you ask nicely...maybe bat your eyes ever so slightly and make him feel like superman. And don't bother with a marinade - they are already tender and quite tasty. I'd serve potato salad or pasta salad for the side, maybe some roasted [on the BBQ grill] corn and a nice little dessert like strawberry shortcake. Enjoy!