Adeena on Tomi
What have been you hoping for?
Somebody who shares my love for Elizabethan structure, countryside and rhubarb crumble. It was very particular – there was no means he might stay as much as my expectations!
First impressions?
Very tall.
What did you discuss?
Politics. Regulation. ESG. And extra politics. (good factor we each prefer it). The latest guide I learn. How we’re each followers of Blind Date – he mentioned if this didn’t work out, the following step must be Love Island.
Any awkward moments?
We stuffed some awkward silences with small speak (which I hate).
Good desk manners?
I’d say so. He put his serviette on his lap. Most individuals I’ve been on dates with don’t do this and it bothers me. However he didn’t look forward to me to eat or drink first.
Neatest thing about Tomi?
He mentioned he’s a cautious driver and I believe that’s an vital attribute.
Would you introduce Tomi to your pals?
No, they might not get alongside.
Describe Tomi in three phrases.
Considerate. Attentive. Calm.
What do you assume Tomi product of you?
On the finish of the date he mentioned, “Please be good within the evaluate,” so I don’t assume he was significantly keen on me.
Did you go on someplace?
The tube! He doesn’t know London properly so thought we have been getting into the identical route. I could have been a bit abrupt.
And … did you kiss?
I simply gave a facet hug to be well mannered.
Should you might change one factor concerning the night what would it not be?
Possibly a special restaurant – he mentioned he likes cooking at residence and isn’t accustomed to Italian meals. He additionally mentioned at first that he wouldn’t go on a primary date at a restaurant once more.
Marks out of 10?
5.
Would you meet once more?
No. I’m fairly busy with work and we didn’t have something in frequent to do collectively.
Tomi on Adeena
What have been you hoping for?
To fulfill somebody like-minded with comparable passions and to have a superb dialog.
First impressions?
Adeena was very properly dressed. She was a bit shy however appeared like a really good-hearted individual.
What did you discuss?
I assumed we shared a number of comparable pursuits. We chatted about our respective household backgrounds, our cultures and our shared curiosity in books. Now we have an identical style in music and in addition talked about our ardour for politics and our work.
Any awkward moments?
Simply a few silent moments, so not too dangerous.
Good desk manners?
Superb.
Neatest thing about Adeena?
Eye contact.
Would you introduce Adeena to your pals?
Sure.
Describe Adeena in three phrases.
Diligent, sensible, devoted.
What do you assume Adeena product of you?
She possibly considered me as fairly sincere, calm and pushed. I believe we’re each reasonably reserved however naturally fairly humble.
Did you go on someplace?
No.
And … did you kiss?
No.
Should you might change one factor concerning the night what would it not be?
To sit down away from the window. My meals acquired chilly shortly.
Marks out of 10?
7.
Would you meet once more?
Sure, however at a special location.
Tomi and Adeena ate at Pastaio, London W1.
Fancy a blind date? Electronic mail blind.date@theguardian.com
