Dominique on Ed
What were you hoping for?
A fun night – and I got one.
First impressions?
A gentleman. He stood up and greeted me with a kiss.
What did you talk about?
Melbourne, where I’m from, being close to our families, our similar jobs, and travel.
Any awkward moments?
No, he’s a smooth talker.
Good table manners?
Yes – and a good sharer.
Best thing about Ed?
Good fun: he asked lots of questions. He’s endearing and conversation flowed.
Would you introduce him to your friends?
Yes, I think so.
Describe Ed in three words
Confident, smooth, gentlemanly.
What do you think he made of you?
We’ve been in touch since, so I think he enjoyed himself.
Did you go on somewhere?
To a nearby pub for a couple more drinks.
And… did you kiss?
Just on the cheek.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
Nothing – it was lots of fun.
Marks out of 10?
7.
Would you meet again?
Yes, we already have.
Ed on Dominique
What were you hoping for?
A fun night out with a great girl: both boxes ticked.
First impressions?
Pretty, friendly and kind.
What did you talk about?
Sport, photography, music. She has excellent chit-chat.
Any awkward moments?
None at all.
Good table manners?
Her use of chopsticks was exemplary.
Best thing about Dominique?
Her ability to talk about myriad subjects with infectious grace and enthusiasm.
Would you introduce her to your friends?
Absolutely – they’d love her.
Describe Dominique in three words
Super, super, cool.
What do you think she made of you?
You’ll have to ask her.
Did you go on somewhere?
To a pub for a couple more.
And… did you kiss?
A peck on the cheek.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
Absolutely nothing. I had a brilliant time.
Marks out of 10?
10.
Would you meet again?
For sure.
• Dominique and Ed ate at Inamo, London W1.
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