Sam on Sarah
What were you hoping for?
A good time and a good story.
First impressions?
She addressed how bizarre the situation was pretty quickly, which I appreciated.
What did you talk about?
Work, university, travel, The Great British Bake Off, how depressing it must be to work as an MP, and whether it’s OK to sacrifice one person to save a group of others.
Any awkward moments?
There were a couple of lulls in the conversation.
Good table manners?
Yeah, great.
Best thing about Sarah?
She had great chat. We talked pretty much the whole time – the waitress had to pester us multiple times for our order because we got distracted by conversation.
Would you introduce her to your friends?
Sure.
Describe her in three words
A fun date.
What do you think she made of you?
We didn’t leave until the restaurant closed, so I guess that’s a good sign?
Did you go on somewhere?
Nah.
And… did you kiss?
Nope.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
I had a good time, so I don’t think I’d change anything.
Marks out of 10?
8.5.
Would you meet again?
She has my number, so we’ll see.
Sarah on Sam
What were you hoping for?
Good company, food and a fun experience.
First impressions?
He was wearing a great shirt and had a big smile. I was surprised he had long hair.
What did you talk about?
New Zealand, friends, living in London, cooking for vegans.
Any awkward moments?
Slightly awkward, but hilarious – when the waitress peered over his shoulder and made him jump.
Good table manners?
His mother would be proud.
Best thing about Sam?
Very easy to chat to.
Would you introduce him to your friends?
They’d get along just fine.
Describe him in three words?
Interesting, friendly, easy-going.
What do you think he made of you?
Probably that I didn’t shut up.
Did you go on somewhere?
Nope.
And… did you kiss?
Nope.
If you could change one thing, what would it be?
I’d have brought an umbrella.
Marks out of 10?
7.5.
Would you meet again?
Maybe.
• Sam and Sarah ate at Vinoteca, City, London EC4. Fancy a blind date? Email blind.date@theguardian.com. If you’re looking to meet someone like-minded, visit http://soulmates.theguardian.com/subscribe/blinddate
