Ben on Maxim
What were you expecting?
A recreational night to know a new person.
First impression?
I know you! We laugh and immediately. Hugs when we worked in the same building almost a decade ago and went on a date or two.
What did you talk about?
Last decade! I hope why things can’t work, which was enlightened for both of us, I hope. The conversation lasted for five hours without any late -up – we covered everything from family and Christmas to Paris and Istanbul.
The most strange moment?
In many things, this history made me realize that I am now weird than my 20s.
Question and answer
Like a blind history?
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Blind Dust Week is the dating column: Every week, two strangers are made a pair for dinner and drinks, and then the beans spread, answering a set of questions. It runs, with a photo that we take online at every week, before the date of every detergent (in the UK) and on Theguardian.com every week. It’s been running since 2009 – you can read everything about how we kept it here together.
What questions will I ask me?
We ask about age, position, occupation, hobbies, interests and the kind of person we want to meet. If you don’t think these questions cover everything you want to know about what you want to know about what is in your mind.
Can I choose with whom I match?
No, it’s a blind history! But we ask you a little about your interest, preferences, etc. – the more you tell us, the better the match will be.
Can I pick up the picture?
No, but don’t worry: We will choose the best people.
Will personal details appear?
Your first name, job and age.
How do I answer me?
Honestly but with respect. Keep in mind how it will read your history, and this blind history reaches large audiences, in print and online.
Will I see the other person’s answers?
No. We can edit you and for many reasons, including lengths, and we can ask you more details.
Will you get me one?
We’ll try! Marriage! Baby!
Can I do this in my hometown?
Only if it is in the UK. Many of our applicants live in London, but we would love to hear from people living elsewhere.
How to apply
Blind. Date@theguardian.com Email
Good table manners?
He is very complicated. When he cleaned, he claimed some of the dirt on the table (it was all mine).
The best thing about Maxim?
A beautiful balance of sophistication and humility.
Will you introduce more to your friends?
So much happiness
Describe Maxim in three words.
Clever, decent and fun.
What do you think Maxim have made from you?
I hope he reads how fun and comfortable I was in his company.
Did you go somewhere?
He was riding his motorcycle but went to the station with him.
And… did you kiss?
Friendly farewell kiss on the cheek.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
Maybe the day we met. We both just entered the country – and it was Monday night.
10 of the mark?
10.
Will you meet again?
We are already planning to dinner.
Maxim on Ben
What were you expecting?
To meet the guy of my dreams – or at least enjoy the free meal.
First impression?
Hmmm, haven’t we met before? We went to two dates eight years ago when we worked for the same magazine. He didn’t want the third, so it was an interesting ice breaker.
What did you talk about?
Spend time with our mothers. Our last date solo journey. The future of print publishing. Simpson
The most strange moment?
No one – reliable conversations and eyes contact from the beginning to the end. It didn’t matter that we were the only dinner for the whole evening.
Good table manners?
Unforgettable he used his handkerchief and apologized for being dirty, which I didn’t feel.
The best thing about Ben?
Its real interest and ability to engage in a variety of articles. He and his smile.
Will you introduce Ben to your friends?
Completely
Describe Ben in three words.
Extreme, beautiful and entertaining.
What do you think Ben make from you?
I managed to laugh at him, always the score. He asked for my number and suggested that we meet again, so I think I have voted better this time!
Did you go somewhere?
No, it was Monday and I was on my motorcycle.
And… did you kiss?
Not this time. However, disturbing, I still feel attractive.
If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?
Week day We would leave our hair more down in the weekend.
10 of the mark?
9.
Will you meet again?
I want to ideally pass more than eight years before.
Maxim and Ben eaten Apps In London NW1. Like a blind history? Blind. Date@theguardian.com Email
