‘I haven’t texted yet… I want to see how the dust settles’: Find out if there was a match on this week’s blind date

MEAGHAEN, 26

Single for more than two years.

Past dates?

I broke up with someone I had been dating for a while about two years ago. Since then, all I can say is that it’s been a case of trial and error.

Pre-date nerves?

Not even knowing the name of the man you’re dating was stressful, but also enjoyable.

In today’s dating world, everyone looks at everyone else’s social media beforehand, so you go into the date with a lot of unhelpful preconceptions.

First impressions?

I thought he stood me up and he thought I stood him up! At the restaurant he hadn’t realized that we were together for the date.

When I turned the corner and saw Rob sitting at the table reading a book, I thought it was a great sign.

And when he stood up, I thought he was very handsome and personable. I usually don’t like blondes, but I liked her hair and the fact that she wore glasses.

Is he easy to talk to?

The conversation was so simple that it was several minutes before we realized we didn’t even know each other’s names. We had to rewind and start again.

We have a lot in common as we both work in the media. Rob wants to be a screenwriter and I also love movies.

I loved that although he is originally from the US, Rob has been here for most of his adult life and actually prefers British culture.

Embarrassing moments?

I panicked when I spilled coffee on my dress right before the appointment. But actually, my backup outfit of sweater and pants was more casual, which perhaps made the date more relaxed.

Did sparks fly?

Yes, I think so. At first, we were pretty polite, but as we started chatting, we both started flirting, laughing at each other’s jokes, and making a lot of eye contact.

We seemed to talk non-stop for hours until the waiters needed the table back, so we continued with the date and went for drinks until around 9pm.

At the end we received a kiss on the cheek. I definitely felt a spark.

Meaghaen, who works in news production for a media company, said her date with Rob was the best first date she had been on in a long time.

See it again?

I hope so, since it was the best first date I’ve had in a long time. We made some plans for next week, possibly visiting a pop-up bar in London.

What do you think Did he think about you?

I’m so bad at reading signs that I really don’t know. But the fact that he wanted to extend the date with drinks and make plans to see each other again is surely a good sign, right?

Would your family like it?

Yes, he is eloquent and confident. I get the impression that he’s the kind of guy who gets along with most people.

ROB, 24

Single for a year.

Past dates?

I’ve only had one longer relationship, which lasted a few months but was very intense. We broke up a year ago and that was pretty difficult.

I’m not sure I want another long-term relationship right now; More like something more informal, which I decided to be honest about in the quote.

Pre-date nerves?

Definitely. I’ve never done anything like this before and I’m really not the type of guy who goes out to dinner. I’d rather go have a few drinks or take a walk somewhere.

Rob (pictured), 24, is looking for an intelligent, confident woman who wants to be with him, but doesn’t need him.

First impressions?

It didn’t get off to a good start because I thought Meaghaen was late. But in reality, the waiters hadn’t told him I was there.

She felt bad for making me wait, but she seemed lovely and sweet. She was attractive, with pretty eyes and a great smile.

Is he easy to talk to?

Very good, Meaghaen is great company. She works in politics and I found that fascinating, because I studied politics at university.

She has Irish parents and I have Irish ancestry. However, their life experiences are quite different from mine.

She has a large family and went to university a little later, while I am from a small family and had a fairly traditional career path.

I really liked her outlook on life: she seems determined, ambitious and optimistic, the values ​​that perhaps I need in my own life.

He had a nice “energy” and was also very encouraging of my aspirations as a television writer and director.

Embarrassing moments?

Just the fact that we were both sitting in the restaurant at the same time without knowing it, but it was a good way to break the ice when we were finally introduced.

Did sparks fly?

There was definitely flirting on both sides and we exchanged numbers. Still, she seemed more interested in something serious than me, so it would be something I want to be more sure of.

Rob, who works in photographic post-production, thought Meaghaen was great company and liked her optimism and determination.

See her again?

Yes, I would like that. I haven’t called or texted her yet. I’m waiting to see how the dust settles.

What do you think Did she think about you?

I got the impression that she was definitely interested. There was a lot of funny banter and he seemed to like me and told me I had nice teeth and a lovely smile.

Would your family like it?

They would think it was very sweet. Possibly too intimidating and smart for some of my friends!

MEAGHAEN VERDICT: 9/10

Appreciated? Meeting Rob was a pleasant surprise.

Regrets? No.

Coffee or taxi? Coffee.

ROB VERDICT: 7/10

Appreciated? Meaghaen’s company and conversation.

Regrets? No.

Coffee or taxi? Coffee.