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so what do the cool kids get up to these days -- i haven't dated in years, and haven't a clue what constitutes a good first date.

im also not relatively young -- 30+ so - "do something fun" doesn't quiet resonate with me.

was thinking some cocktails on a friday night -- but the places we frequent as singles get quite rowdy. anyone know any relaxed places i could go have a drink with someone -- jhb rosebank and surrounds.
 
Had to start dating again in my 40's after being in a relationship of 20 years so I comprehend completely how daunting it can be.

Find out what you prospective partner likes and try to find something accordingly (museum, art gallery, etc)
It also helps for first dates as the venue/activity will creates talking points and allows you to bond ;-)
 
ShaunSA said:
Do people still date?

Shouldn't you hook up first and see if you actually like the sex before anything else?
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hookup all the time... might have actually found someone worth a little respect
 
Some decent eateries in the Parkhurst / Parktown North area for a nice it down. Maybe take a drive out To this place and see some animals and have a nice meal :)
 
Movies and a meal. Nice way to spend some time close - but not too close. If there's heavy thigh holding during the movie - 86 the dinner and head back to your place.
 
Don't waste your time or money going anywhere fancy. A first date should be during the day, and for something simple like a coffee. That way if the sparks fly you can move on to something like drinks later on, or if not you can make your excuses after your coffee and get the hell out of there.
 
It's funny how some people struggle with this sort of thing. Personally my go to is a restaurant neither of us have ever been to .
 
Go bird watching.

Play golf or something.

Maybe watch the news together and afterwords have a debate on where the country is heading.

Go to Nandos and swipe the race card.

Honestly, why don't you think for yourself and do what you enjoy. Every person is different.

I would take the person to coffee shop. If they add cream or sugar to the coffee I will walk away.
 
*SynergyX* said:
so what do the cool kids get up to these days -- i haven't dated in years, and haven't a clue what constitutes a good first date.

im also not relatively young -- 30+ so - "do something fun" doesn't quiet resonate with me.

was thinking some cocktails on a friday night -- but the places we frequent as singles get quite rowdy. anyone know any relaxed places i could go have a drink with someone -- jhb rosebank and surrounds.
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There is not a bad Jazz scene in JHB. I am not a Jazz fan but the ambience has never let me down. If not, go for a drive to V8 or do the roof top walk in the cbd (Organic gardens and schit - very awesome)...

Links:
Jazz spots

V8

Sorry* Can't find a link for the Urban Rooftop Tour stuff. I HIGHLY recommend it though!!!
 
Datura said:
There is not a bad Jazz scene in JHB. I am not a Jazz fan but the ambience has never let me down. If not, go for a drive to V8 or do the roof top walk in the cbd (Organic gardens and schit - very awesome)...

Links:
Jazz spots

V8

Sorry* Can't find a link for the Urban Rooftop Tour stuff. I HIGHLY recommend it though!!!
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Jazz? He said he's 30. Not 300.
 
skeptic_SA said:
Movies and a meal. Nice way to spend some time close - but not too close. If there's heavy thigh holding during the movie - 86 the dinner and head back to your place.
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A movie is a terrible idea for a first date, or any date really unless you're 16 years old. The whole point of a date is get to know someone and find out if there's any spark. Sitting for 2 hours in the dark isn't going to achieve that.
 
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