Blind date: ‘She took me to a garlic-themed bar. I loved it!’
Andrew on Alex
What were you hoping for?
To get Ridin’ Solo off my Spotify Wrapped.
First impressions?
She was dressed really well, cool leather jacket.
What did you talk about?
We covered a ton of ground, including some star-studded parties Alex had recently attended.
Most awkward moment?
Thankfully, there was very little awkwardness to report.
Good table manners?
Faultless.
Best thing about Alex?
She plays the trumpet in a band.
Would you introduce Alex to your friends?
For sure, she would definitely fit into the friendship group.
Describe Alex in three words.
Funny, talented, attractive.
What do you think Alex made of you?
Fingers crossed she found me tolerable.
Did you go on somewhere?
Yeah, she took me to a garlic-themed bar. I loved it!
And … did you kiss?
No, sir.
If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be?
Only my chair, it was really uncomfortable.
Marks out of 10?
9.
Would you meet again?
A boy can dream.
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Alex on Andrew
What were you hoping for?
I was hoping to find love in a hopeless place.
First impressions?
Very cute and polite. I felt at ease quickly.
What did you talk about?
Skiing. Exes. How Charles II brought back the monarchy … there was a lot of discussion of what we would do if we were king.
Most awkward moment?
I didn’t feel awkward, really.
Good table manners?
Too good! Mine are terrible.
Best thing about Andrew?
His zest for life and his openness. We have similar ordering (and drinking) habits too, which was cool.
Would you introduce Andrew to your friends?
Sure, they’d like him – and we probably have a couple in common already.
Q&AFancy a blind date?
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Blind date is Saturday’s dating column: every week, two strangers are paired up for dinner and drinks, and then spill the beans to us, answering a set of questions. This runs, with a photograph we take of each dater before the date, in Saturday magazine (in the UK) and online at theguardian.com every Saturday. It’s been running since 2009 – you can read all about how we put it together here.
What questions will I be asked?
We ask about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person you are looking to meet. If you do not think these questions cover everything you would like to know, tell us what’s on your mind.
Can I choose who I match with?
No, it’s a blind date! But we do ask you a bit about your interests, preferences, etc – the more you tell us, the better the match is likely to be.
Can I pick the photograph?
No, but don't worry: we'll choose the nicest ones.
What personal details will appear?
Your first name, job and age.
How should I answer?
Honestly but respectfully. Be mindful of how it will read to your date, and that Blind date reaches a large audience, in print and online.
Will I see the other person’s answers?
No. We may edit yours and theirs for a range of reasons, including length, and we may ask you for more details.
Will you find me The One?
We’ll try! Marriage! Babies!
Can I do it in my home town?
Only if it’s in the UK. Many of our applicants live in London, but we would love to hear from people living elsewhere.
How to apply
Email blind.date@theguardian.com
Describe Andrew in three words.
Cute, kind, charismatic.
What do you think Andrew made of you?
Hopefully he thought I was OK, and enjoyed my choice of bar afterwards.
Did you go on somewhere?
Yes, shout out Garlic & Shots, shout out the blood shot.
And … did you kiss?
Nope. There wasn’t an opportunity, but maybe next time.
If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be?
I can always do with more food and more wine. But other than that, nothing – I had a wonderful time.
Marks out of 10?
9.
Would you meet again?
For sure, I reckon we might.
Alex and Andrew ate at Lina Stores, London W1. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com