The couple:
Age: 43
Job: Boutique Manager
Hobbies: Dragon boating, beach volleyball, photography
Art
Age: 47
Job: Management
Hobbies: Dining out, wine, Penn State football, traveling, live music, riding his Harley
The Restaurants
20 E. Lancaster Ave.
Downingtown, PA
(610) 269-6000
105 E. Lancaster Ave
Downingtown, PA
(484) 237-8179
First Impressions
KRISTEN: Art was dressed extremely well – a tailored sports jacket and, even more importantly – a warm smile!
ART: Kristen greeted me with a beautiful smile and was dressed great.
On Firecreek
KRISTEN: I had been to Firecreek for lunch prior. They had a very accommodating staff; Devon, the Events Manager, was very nice and our server (Jessica?) was really terrific – high energy!
ART: Firereek was bustling but we had a fairly quiet high-top table in the back near the bar. The waitress was very attentive and interested in making sure we enjoyed ourselves.
What did you order at Firecreek?
KRISTEN: Our server made wonderful selections for us: a Napa Cabernet – Route 29 and calamari.
On Amani’s
ART: I was anxious to try Amani’s; I’ve heard that it is one of the best restaurants in the area. Amani’s is not a large place and it was full. We were seated at the last table in the back near the kitchen.
KRISTEN: I had never been to Amani’s and was excited for the opportunity, since the chef was just voted “Best in Chester County.”
Service?
KRISTEN: Our server was extremely knowledgeable; she gave us insight about all of the locally grown items.
KRISTEN: Presentation of each course was lovely. The spinach salad was fresh and the addition of the fried egg was creative with a little French flair!
ART: The appetizer of local cheeses and a spinach salad both were presented nicely. The cheeses were very good and paired very well. I ordered the crab cake entree and we were served Limoncello with our desserts, which was very good.
The Conversation?
KRISTEN: The conversation flowed easily; Art is interesting and thoughtful.
ART: We had good conversation, talking about our work, interests, family and what we do with our free time. It felt comfortable getting to know her.
Chemistry?
KRISTEN: Art is extremely easy-on-the eyes, sarcastic and has many wonderful interests – a nice balance!
ART: We laughed quite a bit, sharing stories, and enjoyed each others company.
Did you exchange numbers?
KRISTEN: Art wanted to make certain that I made it home safely, so we did exchange numbers.
ART: I wanted to send her a text to make sure she got home okay.
Was it a Match?
KRISTEN: Based on the evening, I would venture to say, there is possibility!
ART: I think we both had a good time.
Was there a kiss?
KRISTEN: Well, that is a bit personal…
ART: No comment.
Will there be a second date?
KRISTEN: Time will tell…
[We heard that he did ask to see her again but Art did not confirm that before press].
How did you leave it?
KRISTEN: Art walked me to my car and I thanked him for a lovely evening.
ART: We summed up our evening by reviewing what we had ordered and our thoughts about the quality of the food and service.
