Blind Date in Manchester: Abigo and Suli's Story
Abigo, a 26-year-old retail supervisor, and Suli, a 25-year-old animation graduate, met for a blind date at Gaucho in Manchester. The date, part of The Guardian's long-running Blind Date column, resulted in high marks and plans for a second meeting.
First Impressions and Conversation
Abigo described Suli as "super friendly and genuine," noting his polite demeanor and sharp dress. Suli found Abigo "funny and quite sure of herself." Their conversation covered creative pursuits, retail work, mental health, family dynamics, and even shoplifting, with Abigo admitting to "word vomit."
Awkward Moments and Honesty
An awkward moment arose when Suli mentioned he had another date coming up. Abigo said, "I could tell he felt awkward about being that honest, but I genuinely don’t think he knows how to lie or withhold information. It’s kind of cute." Suli reported no awkwardness after the first five minutes, attributing initial nerves to his late arrival.
Post-Date Activities
After dinner, the pair went to a nearby park to talk further. Abigo wished they could have extended the evening, while Suli noted she had an early train the next day. They exchanged a kiss on the cheek, which Suli counted as a kiss.
Reflections and Ratings
Suli rated the date 9 out of 10, saying he should have made a move but is "not good at that sort of thing." Abigo gave a perfect 10, calling Suli "genuine, charming, layered." Both expressed interest in meeting again, with plans to go to the cinema soon.
Would They Recommend Each Other?
Suli described Abigo as "feminist, influential, a diva" and believed she would fit in with his friends. Abigo described Suli as having a "calming presence" and "kind eyes," and said he would be welcomed by her friends.
