Sara on Stuart

What were you hoping for?

Not a lad. Someone creative, slightly strange and sensitive.

First impressions?

He felt very familiar and at peace with himself.

What did you talk about?

His research on Nijinsky and contemporary dance, and how he developed a passion for transmitting affection to others through cooking.

Any awkward moments?

We ordered kimchi. Is rotten cabbage date food?

Good table manners?

He was confident at pouring wine and attacking food with fingers. They are signs of being true to your feelings.

Best thing about Stu?

He completed a philosophy degree, something you can hear in the ways he talks.

Would you introduce him to your friends?

Yes, I think he would impress them with tasty cooking.

Describe Stu in three words

Self-driven, sensitive, intuitive.

What do you think he made of you?

A fussy, French wine connoisseur who lives a bohemian life.

Did you go on somewhere?

We walked along the South Bank and stared at the glittery Christmas lights.

And… did you kiss?

French people kiss to say goodbye, that is our custom.

If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?

I wish he had cooked and I had selected a bordeaux.

Marks out of 10?

9.66.

Would you meet again?

Yes, perhaps for some tai chi, a gig or a performance.

Stuart on Sara

What were you hoping for?

A fun evening with someone interesting, interested and attractive.

First impressions?

Unassuming, inquisitive and gentle.

What did you talk about?

Food and wine (Sara grew up in Bordeaux) and family.

Any awkward moments?

Being French, she went for the double-cheek greeting kiss; I missed the cue for the second one.

Good table manners?

She was a consummate pro with chopsticks.

Best thing about Sara?

Her compassion.

Would you introduce her to your friends?

Absolutely. I wouldn’t say she’d fit in everywhere I go, but then again, neither do I.

Describe Sara in three words

Gracious, passionate, empathetic.

What do you think she made of you?

I hope I conducted myself with a bit of charm and grace.

Did you go on somewhere?

We walked off dinner.

And… did you kiss?

No.

If you could change one thing, what would it be?

Nothing, it’s not about the cards you’re dealt but whether you enjoy playing.

Marks out of 10?

9.

Would you meet again?

I’m keen to see her dance.

• Sara and Stu ate at Yamagoya, London SE1. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com. If you’re looking to meet someone like-minded, visit soulmates.theguardian.com