Nina on Grace
What were you hoping for?
An interesting evening with someone new, or a funny bad date story.
First impressions?
She came across confident and chill. Also, she’s a good height and I liked her tattoos.
What did you talk about?
Women’s football. Beavertown slippers. Travelling. Meghan Markle. Politics. Crab fishing. Christmas tree farms. Weird names given to pets.
Most awkward moment?
She insisted on splitting the drinks bill in the pub, and I wasn’t sure if that was her subtle way of saying she wasn’t interested.
Good table manners?
Very, although I then started questioning how I was holding my fork.
Best thing about Grace?
She was open and gave good eye contact, which put me at ease.
Would you introduce Grace to your friends?
Yeah, for sure.
Describe Grace in three words
Engaged, authentic, kind.
What do you think Grace made of you?
I was a bit flustered for the first five minutes, but I’d say I redeemed myself later. Most importantly, I would like to think she had as good a time as I did.
Did you go on somewhere?
We went to a pub and ended up missing the last tube home.
And … did you kiss?
Yes, although in hindsight the middle of Oxford Circus might not have been the best location for it.
If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be?
The food was so good I wish I could’ve eaten more of it.
Marks out of 10?
8.
Would you meet again?
She’s already messaged me, so quite possibly.
Grace on Nina
What were you hoping for?
A fun evening in good company.
First impressions?
Very friendly, which eased quickly into good conversation. And the eyelashes!
What did you talk about?
Travelling circuses. Dolphins. India, The cultural differences between Berlin and London. Meghan Markle.
Most awkward moment?
I ordered a Guinness at the pub (which only did table service) and they didn’t serve it. I thought it would be a safe option, but alas.
Good table manners?
Flawless. She topped up my wine and was appreciative to the waiting staff.
Best thing about Nina?
She told great stories and had lots of genuine interests. The evening flew by.
Would you introduce Nina to your friends?
With pleasure – she is very nice.
Describe Nina in three words.
Witty, informed, thoughtful.
What do you think Nina made of you?
She did say that me not liking coriander was a red flag, so I’m still unsure.
Did you go on somewhere?
Yes. She asked me if I wanted to go for a drink afterwards, so we did.
And … did you kiss?
We did.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
Perhaps not sitting at a 90-degree angle at dinner. I felt a bit skew-whiff.
Marks out of 10?
8.
Would you meet again?
We’ve sent each other a few texts, so we’ll see.
Nina and Grace ate at Gunpowder Soho, London W1. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com
