Vision’s own Tom Davies came to us with a simple request; “set me up on a blind date – its on my third year bucket list. But for Christ’s sake, don’t send me to that fucking vegan restaurant”. We obliged, sending him to the appe-Thai-sing Quinii’s of York with the oh-so en-Thai-cing, 3rd year social policy student, Evie Atkinson. Did they have a Thai to remember? Or was Davies’ tongue Thai’d? Read on to find out if their date was more Thai-no-mite or Thai Tanic. Hopefully he didn’t Phuket up!
Tom on Evie
Hopes and fears before the date?
Mostly that I would embarrass myself, die alone and be eaten by wild animals.
First impresssions?
OH MY GOD, A REAL LIFE WOMAN! WHAT DO I DO?!
What did you talk about?
How we seemingly had no mutual friends and other anecdotes which can’t be printed for legal reasons.
Any awkward moments?
No, I was very satisfied with the absence of awkwardness.
What did you have to eat?
Some form of soup, some form of curry with rice on the side, which was eerily similar to the soup.
How did it end?
Oh God, I knew there was something I forgot to do!
If you met her in Willow, might one tequila lead to another?
Edgy question, no but seriously I’m a classy lady.
Marks out of 10?
10 sounds well eager and 8 is a bit overly critical, so I reckon 9. (Delete this if she gives me lower than a 9, and put whatever number she does).
Evie on Tom
Hopes and fears before the date?
I hoped to meet a tall, beefy male (approx. 6ft2, 80-100kg) looking for companionship and more… I feared a night on the toilet; Asian cuisine doesn’t always settle too well in my stomach.
First impressions?
Not my usual type, however, Tom had well kept hair and an attractive, dominant vocal tone.
What did you talk about?
What didn’t we talk about? Conversation progressed quickly, meandering through all aspects of life. From Fred Dibnah and single cylinder engines to green wood whittling and Austrian deep house, we conversed about most things, choosing only to ignore sport.
Any awkward moments?
I was awfully bloated after the first course, I let a small fart slip,
fortunately it was silent although there’s no way Tom didn’t smell it!
What did you have to eat?
Fat spring rolls (which I struggled to stretch my mouth around) and Thai green curry – tasty, tasty, very, very tasty. I would definitely consider returning.
How did it end?
I drove Tom home to Tang Hall. I normally ask passengers to sit in the bitch rack at the back as I’m easily distracted, however, Tom seemed sensible and safety conscious so I was happy for him to ride up front
If you met her in Willow, might one tequila lead to another?
No sorry Tom you just aint the man for me. Great guy, just not my type (see 1st answer).
Marks out of 10?
Chat – 9
Looks – 7.5
Style – 8
Average – 8.17
Blind date was kindly sponsored by Quiniis of York, 12-13 Tower Street, York – just around the corner from Kuda. We recommend ordering their Wok Fried dishes, especially the Pad Thai! If you’d rather start the night on a more civilised note, head to Quiniis pre-Kuda or Salvo to take advantage of their student deal: one main course with Jasmine rice and a drink (either a medium glass of house wine or a bottled beer). Alternatively, they offer a 10% discount on their à la Carte menu any day of the week.