Mike, a scientific editor aged 37, and Caterina, a 35-year-old teacher, recently went on a blind date in London. Mike described Caterina as warm, confident, and easy to talk to, hoping for good company and an interesting evening, which he felt he received.
Caterina's first impression of Mike was that he had a nice smile and face, though he seemed a bit nervous or shy. She noted his good table manners, specifically that he would pour water in her glass when it was empty.
The pair discussed various topics, including freelance life, jury duty, favourite cuisine, and Harry Potter. Mike rated the evening 9.5 out of 10, while Caterina gave it a 7.5. Both indicated they would be open to meeting again for coffee as friends.