This week’s Blind Date brought together Rebecca, 26, a senior marketing executive, and Lars, 23, a journalist, for a memorable evening filled with laughter, Lebanese food, and a spontaneous six-hour conversation.
The Setup
Both came into the evening with a spirit of openness and adventure. For Lars, it was his first-ever blind date, a bold step that he hoped would lead to an exciting connection. Rebecca was equally optimistic, looking forward to “a bit of an adventure.”
First Impressions
Rebecca immediately appreciated Lars’s punctuality and found conversation flowed easily, helping calm her nerves. Lars was equally struck, saying they “clicked right away” and describing Rebecca as “stunning.”
Conversation Highlights
The pair dove into a wide-ranging discussion that included:
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Politics and travel
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The London housing crisis
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Karaoke dreams
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George Orwell and Gordon Ramsay
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Shared childhoods with single parents
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Life in Devon and Cornwall
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Bucket lists: Everest for him, writing a novel for her
“We set the world to rights,” Rebecca said. For Lars, it was the kind of effortless, natural exchange that made the hours fly by.
The Funny Bits
Not everything went perfectly — but it only added to the charm. Rebecca dropped some Lebanese flatbread on the floor, which she “styled out,” and Lars admitted to having “rubbish taste in cocktails,” prompting Rebecca to take over ordering duties.
Despite the fumbles, Lars admired Rebecca’s table manners (minus the food spill), and Rebecca thought his were impeccable.
Best Qualities
Rebecca on Lars:
“He was really easy to talk to … we laughed a lot.”
Three words? Interesting, uncynical, intelligent.
Lars on Rebecca:
“Her confidence and intelligence really stood out … she told amazing stories about travelling solo in Asia.”
Three words? Beautiful, whip-smart, sophisticated.
Did Sparks Fly?
While there was no kiss — just a peck on the cheek and a warm hug — the signs of chemistry were definitely there. The date stretched nearly six hours, wrapping up with a midnight stroll from St Paul’s to London Bridge. Neither felt the need to go elsewhere — the conversation was enough.
Would They Meet Again?
Both gave the evening high marks:
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Rebecca: 8/10
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Lars: 9/10
They swapped numbers and agreed to meet again — at least for a pint, maybe for more.
As Lars summed it up: “There was a spark and plenty of room for things to flourish.”
In Short
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Most awkward moment? Rebecca dropping food, Lars picking bad cocktails.
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Best part? Effortless chat and unexpected connection.
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Next step? They've stayed in touch. Friendship? Romance? Time will tell.
Final Verdict:
A heartwarming first date full of promise — and proof that sometimes, a little flatbread on the floor can still lead to something great.
