Leo on Zahra
What had been you hoping for?
I actually didn’t have any expectations.
First impressions?
She had optimistic vitality.
What did you speak about?
Our careers. Comedy. Our lovely households. Favorite cuisines … The record is countless.
Any awkward moments?
None in any respect on my half.
Good desk manners?
As soon as we had been each settled we took to our African/Asian traditions and opted to eat with our arms. It simply made higher sense with pizza. We agreed on that one.
Smartest thing about Zahra?
Attention-grabbing storyteller who actually made me snicker.
Would you introduce Zahra to your pals?
Sure, for certain. I feel she can be very cool to hang around with.
Describe Zahra in three phrases.
Enjoyable, real and clever.
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preferences, and so forth – the extra you inform us, the higher the match is probably going
to be.
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What do you assume Zahra made from you?
I actually don't know.
Did you go on someplace?
Time went so rapidly within the presence of Zahra. The dialog was flowing so properly that we ended up staying until closing time.
And … did you kiss?
Solely French-style air kisses: as we met, and on the finish of the date.
For those who might change one factor in regards to the night what would it not be?
Nothing. The meals, drinks, location and Zahra’s firm had been all wonderful.
Marks out of 10?
A robust 8.
Would you meet once more?
Sure, most actually ...
Zahra on Leo
What had been you hoping for?
That it will be definitely worth the effort of preparing, which included plucking out a nostril hair.
First impressions?
Aid! I rapidly felt comfy with him.
What did you speak about?
Extras who're on EastEnders so lengthy they begin getting traces. Similarities between Arab and Asian tradition. The genius of Goodness Gracious Me. The Queen’s beekeeper. The very best factor to do with a cauliflower.
Any awkward moments?
Once I requested if I might style his honey.
Good desk manners?
The very best, he made me really feel comfy sufficient for me to desert my very own.
Smartest thing about Leo?
He’s obtained sort eyes.
Would you introduce Leo to your pals?
Sure, however solely to my sane ones.
Describe Leo in three phrases.
Attention-grabbing, artistic, relaxed.
What do you assume Leo made from you?
I feel he thought I used to be cool till I declined a Weight loss plan Coke as a result of – and I quote – “If I've one so late within the day, I’ll be hyper and need us to go clubbing.”
Did you go on someplace?
Sure, he took me to this actually cool place referred to as … the Northern line.
And … did you kiss?
A woman by no means kisses and tells …
For those who might change one factor in regards to the night what would it not be?
The rail-replacement
Marks out of 10?
7. He was nice firm and didn’t assume I used to be a div for not realising we had been in a vegan restaurant, even after I’d tasted his “meat” balls.
Would you meet once more?
Sure, however simply as associates.
Zahra and Leo ate atPurezza Camden, London NW1.Fancy a blind date? E mail blind.date@theguardian.com
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