Suzie, 23, a solutions engineer, met Toby, 29, a barrister, for an evening of shared starters, wooden frogs, and... mild Balkan awkwardness.
Suzie on Toby
Suzie was in it for “a cute evening and a fun story.” Toby made a good first impression with “cool style” and a standout earring. Over dinner, they bonded over crafts—wood carving (his) and clothes-making (hers)—and even the finer points of etymology and court wigs.
There were a few big mouthfuls attempted mid-sentence, but nothing that couldn't be laughed off. The evening’s most awkward moment? Toby trying to bond with their Bulgarian waiter over a single Bulgarian author. The waiter had never heard of her. The cringe was mutual.
Suzie gave the night a 7/10. There was no kiss, just a cheek peck on a packed street, but she’d be open to seeing Toby again somewhere more relaxed. Perhaps without a looming court case the next morning.
Toby on Suzie
Toby came hoping to “have fun and maybe meet someone cool,” and was nearly flattened by a car en route. Worth it? Possibly. Suzie greeted him smiling, in a top she’d made herself (a strong opening move).
They talked tattoos, veggie diets, and even shared a hometown. No major awkward moments, and the food was a shared affair. He appreciated how easy she was to talk to and gave the evening a 7/10.
A second date seems unlikely—Toby wasn’t sure there was a romantic spark—but he had only kind words for Suzie: creative, clever, interesting. “She’s a really lovely person.”
The Verdict
They both enjoyed each other’s company and had plenty to chat about, but this wasn’t quite the next great love story. Still, points for sharing food, humour, and a solid mutual respect. And let’s be honest—any date involving a hand-carved wooden frog is worth remembering.
Status: Court adjourned, but no objections.
