Tom on Ciera

What were you hoping for?

Someone I had a genuine connection with and would enjoy spending time with.

First impressions?

Very easy to chat to, with a warm, inviting personality to match. She instantly put me at ease.

What did you talk about?

A bunch of different things ranging from family, tattoos, music and theatre tastes. Oh, and her pet lizard. We left no stone unturned.

Any awkward moments?

We were initially seated at different tables and there was a bit of awkwardness finding out we were actually there to meet each other.

Good table manners?

Finger food was ordered and we both did a good job of keeping everything clean and tidy.

Best thing about Ciera?

When she told me her favourite Shakespeare play was Much Ado About Nothing, I did melt a little inside. I also loved her honesty. She ticked a lot of my boxes.

Would you introduce her to your friends?

Absolutely.

Describe Ciera in three words

Intelligent, charming, interesting.

What do you think she made of you?

Hopefully, she thought I was a good laugh. I tried my best to make sure that she had an enjoyable time.

Did you go on somewhere?

We went for a drink in a quiet pub round the corner.

And… did you kiss?

I’ll leave that one for the readers to decide.

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

I don’t think I’d have changed a thing. Fantastic company, great food – what more could you ask for?

Marks out of 10?

10.

Would you meet again?

We’ve got another date scheduled next week…

Ciera on Tom

What were you hoping for?

A really relaxed evening with someone who has shared interests.

First impressions?

I saw two men sitting alone and had to try to guess which one was Tom – thankfully, I got it right first time. He was confident, with nice eyes.

What did you talk about?

A better question would be what didn’t we talk about? He acts and I have a drama degree, so we bonded over musicals and stage shows. We also talked about films and music.

Any awkward moments?

Not that I remember.

Good table manners?

Yeah, definitely.

Best thing about Tom?

He made me laugh. A lot.

Would you introduce him to your friends?

Yeah, I think he’d get on really well with them.

Describe Tom in three words

Confident, kind, funny.

What do you think he made of you?

I think he likes me!

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Did you go on somewhere?

We went to a pub.

And... did you kiss?

Angel emoji.

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

The day of the week. Getting up for work was a struggle in the morning.

Marks out of 10?

10.

Would you meet again?

Yes! We’ve got each other’s numbers and are planning to meet again soon.

Ciera and Tom ate at Soho Wala, London W1, sohowala.com. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com. If you’re looking to meet someone like-minded, visit soulmates.theguardian.com