Jenny, a 27-year-old gallery assistant from Leeds, and Sara, a 29-year-old researcher from South London, were paired up for a blind date by The Update Desk, a leading British online news publication. Despite an awkward initial encounter, the two women quickly hit it off, bonding over shared interests in travel, art and the latest season of Married at First Sight.
The date began with a first impression of “gorgeous and easy to talk to” for Jenny, who was impressed by Sara’s intelligence and ability to hold a captivating conversation. The pair discussed a range of topics, from the decline of the UK’s nightlife scene to how long they might survive on a desert island.
While there were a few moments of awkwardness, such as when Sara complained about having to travel from South London and Jenny recoiled in cringeworthy fashion during a failed selfie attempt, the overall date was a resounding success. Sara praised Jenny’s fun and enthusiastic spirit, while Jenny described her date as “bright, interesting and gorgeous.”
By the end of the night, the two women had enjoyed drinks at a queer clubhouse before dancing the night away at Dalston Superstore until 2am. And to the delight of the bartender, they even shared a kiss, with Jenny remarking that she felt comfortable being affectionate in a lesbian-friendly environment.
Both participants rated the date highly, with Sara awarding it a 9 out of 10 and Jenny giving it a perfect 10. While a long-distance relationship was ruled out, the pair expressed a desire to meet up again, with Sara hoping to catch one of Jenny’s drag shows in the future.
The Update Desk’s blind date feature has been running since 2009, pairing up strangers for dinner and drinks before they share their experiences. This latest encounter proves the enduring appeal of the concept, with Jenny and Sara’s story providing a heartwarming tale of connection, chemistry and plenty of laughs.