Hi, I have a first date with a girl next week. I've been in a relationship for 8 yrs previously so I've kinda lost touch with whats goin on. Where can I take this girl, whom I've been really interested in for months, that I can really get to know her in a relaxed environment?

One more thing to bear in mind, she's pregnant so ice-skating for example is probably a bad idea!! Yes I know what her favourite food is, but there is no decent Greek restaurant in Sheffield so dinner's out unless anyone can recommend somewhere that has a romantic atmosphere?!!?

Please help! I really want the chance to get to know her better but am a little concerned I'll blow it by being really out-of-touch in my approach to the date!

Try a good Italian Restaraunt, there's plenty of those.. Just avoid Maria's at Crookes cos their service is dire, and that's putting it politely.

How about a picnic?

Get lots of interesting stuff from Waitrose and those rucksack coolbags that come with crockery are much cheaper now - but provide the right tone ;)

Theater? Dunno what's on though - try www.ents24.com for further ideas :)

Isnt that 'Mad Greek' restaurant still open? Up near Cha Chas I think.

I dont know I havent been round there for ages, or is it the Mad Greek Restaurant that is now Cha Chas.

sorry im confusing myself now, ill stop

What about preparing a nice Greek style meal at home for her? It shows you are prepared to take the trouble rather than just spending a bit of cash?

Good luck!

K x

Originally posted by Kristian
What about preparing a nice Greek style meal at home for her? It shows you are prepared to take the trouble rather than just spending a bit of cash?

Good luck!

K x

Yep good idea. Cheaper too :thumbsup:


p.s. love the new Avatar K

Originally posted by spyro2000
p.s. love the new Avatar K
Doesn't do you justice K.

You're much more attractive in real life ;)

Originally posted by Kristian
What about preparing a nice Greek style meal at home for her? It shows you are prepared to take the trouble rather than just spending a bit of cash?

Good luck!

K x

I was thinking that myself but then I thought that a home-cooked meal on the first date might be a bit too forward. Maybe I will do that after all! Thanks guys!! If any1 has any more good ideas, keep them coming! I'll post again if it goes well, if not, I'll be too gutted to type! lol!

Let us know either way osiris! :thumbsup:

This new avatar has got tongues wagging; it's all over the forum! :D It's even got it's own thread here! (http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=53018)

K x

Originally posted by osiris
Hi, I have a first date with a girl next week. I've been in a relationship for 8 yrs previously so I've kinda lost touch with whats goin on. Where can I take this girl, whom I've been really interested in for months, that I can really get to know her in a relaxed environment?

One more thing to bear in mind, she's pregnant so ice-skating for example is probably a bad idea!! Yes I know what her favourite food is, but there is no decent Greek restaurant in Sheffield so dinner's out unless anyone can recommend somewhere that has a romantic atmosphere?!!?

Please help! I really want the chance to get to know her better but am a little concerned I'll blow it by being really out-of-touch in my approach to the date!

Jessops Cafeteria - They do a wicked tunafish and banana pizza

no-one else has raised this so I will, what's the position with regards to her being pregnant, and how will this affect your relationship, better to think of these things prior to going on a date methinks...

To be fair mate that is probably something he has dealt with in his head or its up to him to see how he feels about it.

He only came only to ask advice about a first date...the rest is really non of our business.

And yes, I know he said she was pregnant, but that was just so we didnt say go bungeee jumping, white water rafting, go karting etc

Originally posted by osiris
I was thinking that myself but then I thought that a home-cooked meal on the first date might be a bit too forward. Maybe I will do that after all! Thanks guys!! If any1 has any more good ideas, keep them coming! I'll post again if it goes well, if not, I'll be too gutted to type! lol!

I agree with you there. Depending on how well you know each other already, a first date at your house could be a little forward (it sort of implies an awkward "shall we retire to the bedroom?" moment!) maybe to be on the safe side it would be a really thoughtful touch to do a Greek picnic for her! Greek food would lend itself nicely to a picnic, and it would be a comfortable, pressure-free atmosphere where you can chat for ages.

Originally posted by KATIEB_23
(it sort of implies an awkward "shall we retire to the bedroom?" moment!)



She already been there done that - me thinks!

I would back up what other people have said on here.

A meal back home on the first date would be a bit scary unless you already know each other quite well.

Hope the date goes well, whatever you chose!

Originally posted by Strix
How about a picnic?





How about a picnic with Greek treats from the Greedy Greek Deli on Sharrowvale road.

I was just about to mention Greedy Greek too!!! That is a great deli - Buy lots of things hot and take them into Botanical Gardens or Endcliffe Park - Guess it depends just how pregnant she is as could be interesting getting her back up afterwards!!!

hmmm I think a very good restaurant which is underrated is Sheik's Lebanese restaurant on West St, some of the dishes on the menu are very Greek in style

I was going to suggest Sheiks, but wasn't sure if it was still there. The food is lovely, very medditeranian and the staff were very friendly too (last time I went).

I think a picnic in the Botanical Gardens would be an ideal second date, but a lovely meal out would be best for a first date - you know her best though.

I'm guessing here, but as she's pregnant she may be feeling a bit self-concious? Taking her out for a meal would show that you are not bothered about being seen with her. Try and reserve a table in advance so that she feels you've really thought about it.

Originally posted by miniminch
Jessops Cafeteria - They do a wicked tunafish and banana pizza
ah but the weston park serves the best food. Properly fill you up there, tons of it - not like hallamshire 'airline food'.

Not sure where you live, but theres a Greek restaurant in Dronfield - The Greedy Greek -http://www.thegreedygreek.co.uk/

Haven't been, so not sure if it's any good though!

hope it all goes OK

Originally posted by Bad_Hair_Day
Not sure where you live, but theres a Greek restaurant in Dronfield - The Greedy Greek -http://www.thegreedygreek.co.uk/

Haven't been, so not sure if it's any good though!

hope it all goes OK

It's pretty good indeed ( owned by those who have the deli at Hunter Bar). Not the cheapest option but not silly expensive.

Do book though.

Originally posted by boyface
To be fair mate that is probably something he has dealt with in his head or its up to him to see how he feels about it.

He only came only to ask advice about a first date...the rest is really non of our business.

And yes, I know he said she was pregnant, but that was just so we didnt say go bungeee jumping, white water rafting, go karting etc

Yeah I think u get the idea!!

Originally posted by KATIEB_23
I agree with you there. Depending on how well you know each other already, a first date at your house could be a little forward (it sort of implies an awkward "shall we retire to the bedroom?" moment!) maybe to be on the safe side it would be a really thoughtful touch to do a Greek picnic for her! Greek food would lend itself nicely to a picnic, and it would be a comfortable, pressure-free atmosphere where you can chat for ages.

Thanx Katie, it is exactly that which I was thinking!

Thanks to all of you for your suggestions! I've just found out that my date lives in Longley and has suggested meeting in Hillsborough, does anyone have any suggestions for dining out round that way??

I live other side of Sheff n now it seems I have til 2moro to organise! Luckily for me it appears that she is as keen if not keener than me, not something I'm used to!!

You're struggling in Hillsboro, I think. There's a couple of places in Walkley/Crookes -' Vitos' on South Road is supposed to be okay and there's a place called 'Luigis' on the main road into Crookes which is supposed to be okay.

Thanks cardinal! So has anyone else got any ideas, if not actually in or around Hillsborough then how about that side of town or am I just probably best off just stickin to town?

Good luck and let us know how it went!

I'd probbaly avoid Hillsborough if it's on a friday or saturday night, and food is pretty naff round there i have to say, but very easy to get a tram in or out of town from there

If it’s town you want, take her to the Debehams Café. The food is **** but if she goes into labour its handy for towels!

Thankyou KookyKoo and Hels! I think this Sheiks sounds like a good idea! Hopefully, all being well we should be out either there or somewhere else equally nice tonight!

I'll tell you all about the atmosphere, food, service and our enjoyment wherever we go, but as I'm a gentleman, I believe discretion is the better part of valour.

:thumbsup: Just to confirm that the greedy greek on West street is closed

(and anyway my greek miss's said it was naf anyway:hihi: )

So that saved you from one pit fall

How ever the Greek Deli near hunters bar the food is Yummy !(but not as good as her mother or ganrdmothers cooking) Dam greeks :hihi:

And dont forget the Mythos :hihi: it aint no greek meal with out it :thumbsup:

Stuff that you buy is never as good as grandmother's cooking :)

Good job you didn't decide on the picnic option today! - Ooh I love British summertime!

Hhmmm, well, where do I start?!?!

After much hormone-inspired indecision we abandoned all plans to go to a med-style place and headed instead for Golden Dragon, just off the Moor, which was shut. To prevent lots of walking and save the back and feet of my lady-friend, we got a taxi to East1 Noodle bar where we sat down to eat some delicious oriental food. Food which the young lady escorting me had no idea what she was orderin because the menu wasnt laid out like the average chinese takeaway! Lets just say I think I will definitely recommend the restaurant but be sure to have some genuine idea of oriental foods n flavours before you go!

As for the date, I did not expect miracles, however, here's a tip for any young lady wishing to impress a fella on a date, don't spend ninety percent of the night talking about your ex!!

On that note I bid you all thanks for your time!

Oh matey, sounds like it could have gone a little better. Though, forgive me for saying this and sounding oh so cheesy, but I daresay there will be a queue of eager lady friends.

(I saw the pics girls ;) ).

xxx

oh dear, sorry to hear no wedding bells, good luck for the future tho! guess she just wasnt ready for relationship

Treat her with as much respect as you would treat a pregnant lion.

Thanx for the support and ideas anyway guys! The pregnant lion is a good analogy btw, when said young lady has since contacted me for a further date, I replied with a much more tactfully phrased response in the same vein as the advice I gave young ladies in my last post, hhmmm. . . . what can I say but this:

Fellas: sometimes honesty isn't the best policy, no matter how tactful and diplomatic you can be!

Don't think I'll be seeing as much of that particular young lady again, lol!

Originally posted by osiris
Thanx for the support and ideas anyway guys! The pregnant lion is a good analogy btw, when said young lady has since contacted me for a further date, I replied with a much more tactfully phrased response in the same vein as the advice I gave young ladies in my last post, hhmmm. . . . what can I say but this:

Fellas: sometimes honesty isn't the best policy, no matter how tactful and diplomatic you can be!

Don't think I'll be seeing as much of that particular young lady again, lol!

After reading that I seem callous and shallow, I'm not, just philosophical.

try mothercare:)