First Dates (Ireland) Season 2 Episode 7 Episode 7
- March 2, 2017
Episode 7 of First Dates (Ireland) season 2 follows a diverse range of singletons as they look for love in the popular restaurant setting. With the help of the charismatic maître d' Mateo Saina, the daters embark on an emotional rollercoaster of a journey, hoping to find a connection with their date.
The episode opens with young Kerry man and agriculture student Shane, who is paired with Dublin girl and nurse Megan. Despite initial nerves, the two quickly bond over their shared love of animals and rural life. However, as they delve deeper into each other's lives, they begin to uncover unexpected differences between them.
Next up is Dubliner Ryan, who is hoping to meet someone special after struggling with the dating scene in the city. He is matched with glamorous teacher Margo, whose confidence and humor immediately puts Ryan at ease. Despite a minor blip in conversation, the pair go on to share an enjoyable evening together- but will romance blossom between them?
Third up is Cork-born Sean, whose last relationship ended badly. Despite being put off dating for a while, he is looking for love once again- and he may have found it in Dublin student Sarah. With their shared interest in music and a mutual sense of humor, Sean and Sarah seem to hit it off from the get-go. However, as the night progresses, they begin to open up about their pasts and it may be that they are not as compatible as they first seemed.
The penultimate date of the night sees eloquent Mayo woman Mary paired with adventurous travel enthusiast Mark. Despite vibing on similar interests such as hiking and traveling, Mary and Mark struggle to find common ground when it comes to personal values and beliefs.
Finally, young Dubliner Rachel is paired with lively Meath native Stephen, who professes to have never been on a bad date in his life. However, as they get to know each other over dinner, Rachel begins to feel that Stephen may not be taking the process as seriously as she is.
As viewers follow each of the hopefuls' dates, they are also given a glimpse into the bar area, where a selection of real-life couples are also interviewed about their own dating experiences. Their anecdotes- some humorous, some romantic, and some painful- add an extra layer of depth to the show, reminding viewers that finding love is never a simple or easy process.
Overall, episode 7 of First Dates (Ireland) season 2 is a compelling watch, full of heart-warming moments, awkward conversations, and unexpected plot twists. Whether or not any lasting connections are made is up to fate- but viewers are sure to come away feeling uplifted and entertained.