'I had to ask his name again... luckily he wasn't insulted': Find out if it's a match for Diana and Sunny on this week's Blind Date
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DIANA, 32
Beauty therapist and make-up artist
Dating Past?
Apart from one brief relationship, I’ve been pretty much single for five years. I usually date people just because they’ve asked (and that happens rarely) which never works out.
Diana, 32, is a beauty therapist and make-up artist who is looking for a gentle man to make her laugh
Pre-Date Nerves?
No, I was rushing after work so didn’t have too much time to think about it. I wore a sexy velvet dress and heels.
First Impressions?
I got there first, thankfully, so I could squeeze into the table before he saw because it was a tight fit. Sunny was good-looking and well presented. I wasn’t immediately attracted to him.
But I like to take my time to see if things grow. We shared a friendly welcome but as I was pinned behind the table, we simply shook hands before starting to talk.
Easy To Talk To?
We joked initially about all the different menus and within five minutes I had to ask Sunny his name again. Luckily, he wasn’t insulted — he asked me mine again too, and we laughed about it.
We both have a sense of adventure and chatted about our travels. He has been all the way across America, while I’ve just been to Disney World. We got into an interesting spiritual discussion about people’s different beliefs. It was relaxed and light-hearted.
Embarrassing Moments?
I had to ask him if I had spinach in my teeth, and when I squeezed out to go to the bathroom, I took half the tablecloth with me.
Diana says apart from one serious relationship, she has been single for five years
Did Sparks Fly?
I would say no. At one point, I felt like he’d almost checked out and decided there was no attraction. He was still polite, but it felt like his energy just dropped. Maybe he was tired. By then, I’d also realised there was no romance. Our age difference showed and some of his attitudes made him seem quite young. We hugged goodbye without exchanging details.
Would you meet again?
I would say no but I did enjoy the evening. Sunny’s a really nice person and if I saw him out, I’d definitely go and say hi.
What do you think he thought of you?
Honestly I’ve no idea, but perhaps we felt similarly — nice date, but no romance.
Would your family and friends like him?
Yes, I think so. He came across well and would make the right woman a nice partner.
SUNNY, 28
Works for an accounting software firm
Dating Past?
I was in a serious relationship last year, which ended as we wanted different things from life. I’ve been single for a couple of months now.
Sunny, 28, works for an accounting software firm and is looking for someone outgoing who likes the outdoors
Pre-Date Nerves?
No, I was excited to meet someone new and loved the restaurant. I wore smart black chinos, a knitted jumper and loafers.
First Impressions?
I thought Diana was a very beautiful lady with a great smile. She was already at the table waiting and so I quickly sat down and we started chatting.
Easy To Talk To?
Yes, it was a fun experience. We had a lot in common, especially the fact we’re both foodies so we enjoyed tasting and sharing our food. The prawn starters were amazing and we loved the chicken dish we shared too.
We had a lot to eat and enjoyed some great chats. We both said that you only live once and so like to enjoy things to the full.
We also both live at home with our parents — neither of us has ever moved out or lived on our own, but we agreed we both would if we had the opportunity. I liked the fact that family is important to her.
Embarrassing Moments?
Not at all luckily, but I’m sure we’d have laughed if there had been anything.
Did Sparks Fly?
We got on, with plenty of banter, but there was something missing. The chemistry just wasn’t there and I didn’t feel that sort of connection.
I would normally flirt but I wasn’t bringing my flirtiest chatter with Diana at all.
Sunny has been single for a couple of months after his serious relationship ended due to wanting different things
Would you meet again?
There was no romance but I enjoyed her company. I don’t think I’d go on another date, but would definitely say hello if I ever bumped into her.
What do you think she thought of you?
I suspect, like me, she felt like it was a mutual friendship with no romance — so just an enjoyable experience. We’re not awkward people, so I would have made the move if the spark was there.
Would your family and friends like her?
Definitely, some of my friends would enjoy her vibes.
DIANA’S VERDICT: 7/10
LIKED? We had a similar sense of humour.
REGRETS? None at all.
COFFEE OR CAB? Cab.
SUNNY’S VERDICT: 7/10
LIKED? She was friendly.
REGRETS? Not at all. It was a great experience.
COFFEE OR CAB? Cab.