Blind date: ‘He recommended some “basic” politics books for me to read’

Alex on George

What were you hoping for?

A pleasant surprise and a fun time.

First impressions?

I was surprised by how tall he was, but overall, good.

What did you talk about?

Where we stood on the political spectrum, and our worst drunk moments.

Any awkward moments?

Deciding what to drink; we were both being too polite.

Good table manners?

We had a cheeseboard, which was difficult to eat elegantly. He said he wouldn’t judge me.

Best thing about George?

Later on in the date he relaxed and wasn’t afraid to give his opinion, which I think is a good quality.

Would you introduce him to your friends?

As soon as he said he had arranged a 00s-themed party, I knew he’d gel with my friends.

Describe George in three words

Fun, open, funny.

What do you think he made of you?

I asked him during our date, and he said I was warm and easy to talk to.

Did you go on somewhere?

To two more bars.

And... did you kiss?

I think he went in for one on the train platform, but I’m super awkward when it comes to PDAs, so I accidentally scuppered that.

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

There is nothing I’d change.

Marks out of 10?

7.

Would you meet again?

Yes, even if just as friends.

George on Alex

What were you hoping for?

Someone who was up for a laugh and a good conversation. Who knows, maybe Mr Right?

First impressions?

Nice hair, a warm smile and easy to talk to.

What did you talk about?

Festivals, eyebrow maintenance and Come Dine With Me.

Any awkward moments?

He tested me on political theory; I think I looked a bit ignorant. He then recommended some “basic” books for me to read.

Good table manners?

Impeccable, and we tried each other’s cocktails.

Best thing about Alex?

He’s very driven and knows where he wants to be in life.

Would you introduce him to your friends?

I don’t see why not; he’d be great on a night out.

Describe Alex in three wordsEasy-going, good-natured, enthusiastic.

What do you think he made of you?

He liked my cologne; other than that, I’m not sure. I didn’t feel relaxed enough to be myself.

Did you go on somewhere?

To a pub, and then he took us to a nightclub.

And... did you kiss?

Just a peck goodbye.

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

Nothing I can think of, he was a really sweet guy.

Marks out of 10?

7.

Would you meet again?

I don’t think so. I wish there had been a spark, but there wasn’t.

•Alex and George ate at Archer Street, London W1.

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