First Dates

Will the flames of passion burn bright for fire performer Hayley and business owner Glen? Tattoo fan Sarah from Wales just wants to find someone who's 'not an arsehole'.

BFFs Emma and Dani have disastrous dating track records; will double dating help? Aire from Venezuela is looking for someone who's 'a bit crazy'. Does colorful-trousers-wearing Mark fit the bill?

Will avid reader Jean and crime writer Andy have a happy ending? Trainee barrister Holly and artist Marcella hit it off immediately, but how will Marcella feel when Holly reveals her sexy side-hustle?

Can two content creators, or an adventure mermaid and a Sicilian chef, find love? And Shrish returns, for cat chat, banter, bonding and plenty of spicy margaritas on a hilarious date with James.

Jo, who hasn't been chatted up in years, is looking for someone 'feral, but not too feral'. Jewelry designer Marina is looking for a Christian who believes in no sex before marriage.

'Relentlessly optimistic' Charlie meets Australian osteopath Benj. Loo paper salesman Stephen loves to talk about his work. Will Rachel roll with it?

After suffering a life-threatening illness, Georgina is back on the dating scene and looking for a rugged man. Kate's hoping for a Viking. Ashley wants a man who can make a deeper connection.

'Nice guy' Matteo meets goal-oriented Sam, who mentions babies before they've even ordered food. And a 'tree hugger', a chef and a wedding singer are all hoping to meet their match too.

Can dynamic grandma Karen give retired teacher Jim's dating game a boost? Aspiring rapper Matt meets music producer Breda - and can't believe his eyes. And Abbie warms up a tongue-tied date.