Go gradually. Touch her shoulder briefly, se how she reacts, then a little longer. Then her hand a bit, then a little longer. Start as early as possible with care and respect. By the end of the date the physical barrier should be very thin, hugs or holding hands. Keep scaling slowly and coming closer until you kiss her. Read her body language and how she reacts, if she seems uncomfortable back off a bit or go slower but always take the iniciative

You sound shy. It's cute. Since you're nervous try a hand touch with prolonged eye contact first. You'll get a good sense of whether or not she wants/is open to a kiss from you. An easy way to initiate a hand touch is have your drink near her hand when you reach for the drink slide your.hand just a little further and gently touch her hand. If you're still feeling shy try initiating a kiss on her cheek. It's very sweet and gentle and you can do it In public if you fumble in private. It can start to build a little tension so you don't get friend zoned and you'll feel more comfortable breaking the touch barrier. PS- If youre inexperienced don't try to oversell your experience. Be vulnerable. A lot of women think it's really endearing. Especially the ones already out on a date with you.

tbh just asking if you can kiss her is actually really sweet and saves you from the awkward guessing game. most girls i know would way rather you ask than just go for it and misread the vibe.