Blind date: ‘He kept trying to order for me’

Fabian on Harriet

What were you hoping for?

My soulmate, or at least someone I’d not already been matched with on Bumble.

First impressions?

Have we been matched because of our taste in shirts? (We were both wearing tropical patterns.)

What did you talk about?

South London, dating, work, mindfulness.

Any awkward moments?

She suggested we agree on what score we would give each other.

Good table manners?

We shared all the food, which was nice.

Best thing about Harriet?

She’s open and talkative.

Would you introduce her to your friends?

If the opportunity arose, it would be rude not to.

Describe Harriet in three words

Vibrant, amiable, easy-going.

What do you think she made of you?

Hopefully that I was an interesting and entertaining date. But I don’t think there was any spark between us.

Did you go on somewhere?

We had planned to go for a cocktail across the road, but it was late and she had to get up early.

And… did you kiss?

Nope.

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

I would have ordered dessert.

Marks out of 10?

7.

Would you meet again?

Maybe as friends.

Harriet on Fabian

What were you hoping for?

A fun evening – and, if not, yummy food.

First impressions?

He was very smiley and smart, and made me feel comfortable straight away.

What did you talk about?

Our favourite parts of south London, dating, travelling, and a lot about food.

Any awkward moments?

He kept trying to order for me. He nearly didn’t let me order the cocktail I wanted.

Good table manners?

Very impressive chopstick skills.

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Best thing about Fabian?

He was really friendly and had lots to say.

Would you introduce him to your friends?

He might find them a bit much.

Describe Fabian in three words

Interesting, chatty and intelligent.

What do you think he made of you?

I hope he thought I was a laugh, but I have a feeling he found me a bit forthright.

Did you go on somewhere?

No – it was a school night and I had to get up very early the next day.

And… did you kiss?

Just a friendly hug.

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

We’d have more in common. I don’t think he got my sense of humour. He seems like a lovely guy – just not for me.

Marks out of 10?

7.

Would you meet again?

Probably not.

• Harriet and Fabian ate at Temakinho, London W1. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com. If you’re looking to meet someone like-minded, visit soulmates.theguardian.com