People were mortified for her! The season finale of First Dates aired on RTÉ2 last night, and viewers were left cringing at one particular moment in the episode. The awkward instance came when 25-year-old Leona from Meath accidentally sent a video of her worst ever date, to the date himself. Leona was matched with well-groomed […]

2 years ago

“Men are a little slower to apply, so if you know a single man, give him a nudge in our direction.” Are you single? Would you be interested in being set up on a blind date? Would you be prepared to have said date broadcast to the nation on TV? If so, you’re in luck […]

4 years ago

Brought to you by Peroni A must-visit, multi-sensory night out… Put down the takeaway menu, unplug the microwave and forget about your boring, predictable, same-old dining experience on a night out. You know the one; with the same items on the same menu, ordering the same drink and the same meal like you always do. […]

4 years ago

First Dates is back with social distancing in place. Dating life may have changed forever thanks to Covid-19. With the closure of the hospitality sector for the majority of the past 12 months, there has been a massive reduction in the amount of places that you could potentially find love. Luckily, First Dates is back […]

5 years ago

If you know anyone that’s single and might fancy it… If you’re all loved-up this Valentine’s weekend with your partner, or if you’ve got plenty of admirers that are all head over heels for you, we’re absolutely chuffed. If you’re happily single and more than happy to stay that way, we’re also chuffed for you. […]

6 years ago

Did you see First Dates last night? It is the highest compliment and most damning indictment all at once that First Dates Ireland treats sensitive subjects with much more care than any of RTÉ’s current affairs or discussion programmes. Earlier this week, RTÉ’s flagship current affairs programme Prime Time came under fire for its discussion […]

7 years ago