Blind date: She loves rock music and even knew the song lyrics on my arms Nick Cave and Roberta Flack'

"Q&AShow Blind date is Saturday's dating column: every week, two strangers are paired up for dinner and drinks, and then spill the beans to us, answering a set of questions. This runs, with a photograph we take of each dater before the date, in Saturday magazine (in the UK) and online at theguardian.com every Saturday. It's been running since 2009 you can read all about how we put it together here."

"What questions will I be asked? We ask about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person you are looking to meet. If you do not think these questions cover everything you would like to know, tell us what's on your mind. Can I choose who I match with? No, it's a blind date! But we do ask you a bit about your interests, preferences, etc the more you tell us, the better the match is likely to be."

"How should I answer? Honestly but respectfully. Be mindful of how it will read to your date, and that Blind date reaches a large audience, in print and online. Will I see the other person's answers? No. We may edit yours and theirs for a range of reasons, including length, and we may ask you for more details. Will you find me The One? We'll try! Marriage! Babies! Can I do it in my home town? Only if it's in the UK."

A dater hoped to meet someone new, find common ground and enjoy a pleasant afternoon. First impressions described Bryn as warm and friendly with a bright smile. Conversation topics included tattoos, family, real ale, social care, Benidorm and music, with Bryn praised for excellent musical taste. An awkward moment arose over a hanging kebab, which Bryn resolved. The blind-date feature pairs strangers for dinner and drinks, records their answers, and publishes a photograph. Applicants answer questions about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person sought, and cannot choose their match. Applicants provide a photograph chosen by the organizers, and personal details published include first name, job and age; applications are by email.

Read at www.theguardian.com