Itziar, a 41-year-old Catalan entrepreneur, entered the First Dates restaurant with a clear vision of what she wants in a partner. She seeks someone who can make her laugh, who is empathetic, loyal, honest, and ambitious. She quips that palace matters move slowly, preferring to be wooed little by little. Despite two marriages, she has not yet found the lasting love she seeks. Her date for the evening was Omar, a 39-year-old man from Madrid with a restless temperament and a taste for adrenaline.
From the outset there was instant chemistry. The pair looked at each other with mutual curiosity about their lives. Omar described himself as a high-energy person who juggles his job as a maintenance technician with a variety of side pursuits, including home decorating. “If something comes up, I’m the first to say yes”, he explained with a relaxed grin. Itziar, who runs English-language programs, teased about her work, joking that if someone wanted a partner, she could sell them one: “If you want one, I’ll sell you one.” Their witty banter and shared smiles hinted at a potential spark that could grow beyond the televised moment.
During the dinner Omar surprised his date with his knack for impersonations. He delivered a convincing rendition of the news anchor Pedro Piqueras and performed his signature exaggerated, “apoteósico” voice, and demonstrated the ability to imitate characters like Torrente or switch between different international accents. “I’m very funny”, he admitted, noting that he is even taking a voice-acting course to sharpen his craft. The couple laughed frequently, the atmosphere light and playful, and they found themselves moving toward the karaoke area in the love room, singing together and soaking in the moment.
The date ended with a shared decision to meet again. There was connection, a certain feeling and plenty of laughs, they agreed at the close of the evening. The first dinner thus opened the door to a second chance to continue getting to know each other away from the cameras of First Dates.