Dinner Date ITV - Matthew Stokes Air Date 27th July 2011

[@tdmccoy1211]

I like that he chose gifts that suited the menu. Trying to make them more personal.

[@stephaniejade7056]

Yes, that was really sweet.

[@Daintily]

True. Decent guy. Was gutted for him having been turned down by his chosen date

[@jbean992]

Awe, I felt so bad for him, he seems like a really sweet guy.......happy ending though. Hope you found some one special! :)

[@juliettowera5114]

Such a sweet guy. I'm watching this during the lockdown.

[@christinerunkel1318]

As a South African 🇿🇦 I can honestly say that is not “South African chicken”

[@tristv8891]

Offended all the South Africans

[@ritadonnelly8820]

Sitting on floor no way

[@tokelomphahlele1544]

😂😂😂

[@bigchapaxe8267]

It's definitely south African 😂😂

[@jeanmckenzie5709]

Not south african at all

[@selfselfself]

I felt relief when reading the very last part of the update. Well done you.

[@nafolet]

Sonia was the best! she was the most attractive and sweet. i can't believe he didn't pick her. Rebecca was ok, but the 2nd woman was a mess.

[@maidahaltrecht6577]

I thought he would choose Sonia too. I did not expect him to choose Louise. Glad he met someone though.

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

@@maidahaltrecht6577 He didn't and he hasn't.

[@wardiya3arbiya]

@@TheFakeyCakeMaker how do you know?

[@KT_571]

I absolutely love the narrator; she’s so funny with her comments!! 👍

[@elizabethmenegon8057]

But she needs to check her geography 😉

[@qp3194]

Matthew is a great guy and he will definitely find someone awesome like him :)

[@kokainum]

Sonia was so cute I was surprised you didn't choose her! And you seemed pretty well together! But I understand you felt you have more in common with Louise! Too bad it didn't work out! But you reacted like a real man, with dignity and understanding! Respect for you! :)

[@stephaniejade7056]

He picked the one he was most physically attracted too -- always a mistake. They had nothing in common and no chemistry -- it was so blatantly obvious. I knew she did not fancy him at all.

[@yaraeddine127]

Lollolol Spoiler alert?!

[@wardiya3arbiya]

@@stephaniejade7056 I watched so many episodes from this TV show and what you describing is a common pattern. Even the oldest fellas choose based on look rather than compatible personalities.

[@giangcao5739]

Wow, besides Sonia, I can't believe how little the other 2 women did not know how to cook. Why would you apply to a "Cooking/dating" show if you can't even cook? Nice guy though, hope you have found someone nice!

[@susank2463]

He's probably the most likeable man I've seen yet on this show.

[@superjoce]

The second girl made me laugh so much with her cooking skills 😂

[@potocatepetl]

you mean the 3rd one?

[@harbirsingingdancing]

@@potocatepetlno

[@billzer1997]

What a sweetheart! I hope you find love in the future :)

[@mikyven]

My dog can cook better than the second woman, Louise! Seeing her in the kitchen is....I am speechless!

[@tania8257]

Michela Venturi 🤣🤣🤣

[@donnawoodford6641]

Watching Louise cook made me lose any appetite I might have had.

[@potocatepetl]

Rebecca wasn't exactly a cook either... She cooked "children" dises and the dessert was made by her mom.

[@cory-annp7982]

well that was rude of the broad to kill his ego like that... she went on the show so she should of just went on the dinner date....

[@mh2736]

Sonia was the best fit for you! I think you passed on the best one for you! She would have made you very happy! I just knew you would pick her. She is very classy. I was a little surprised by your choice.

[@rteltelaz1887]

Lots of contradiction in your post. It doesn't make any sense.

[@mamoabimpholo8596]

I'm South African, and I didn't know we had such a thing as "South African chicken"

[@rainbowdragon9497]

No of course not. That would just be chicken! Lol

[@jonyu3597]

"fashion is my passion" *wears uggs 😂😂😂

[@bambi274]

I wear them in the winter. Cant stand the cold with my artroses :-(

[@attackonpieck2789]

I wouldn't expect her to wear heels to the field

[@AllSaints555]

How rude of Louise to refuse to see Mathew!! Why did she go on the show?

[@yaraeddine127]

... spoiler alert. 😭

[@rainydays3709]

...they told her he was so short?

[@maidahaltrecht6577]

There was a family emergency. That is why she could not go out with him.

[@river8760]

She wasn’t rude, she seemed stressed and clearly stated she had a situation she needed to attend to.

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

@@maidahaltrecht6577 So she said.

[@a.t9837]

what a shame.. I feel sorry for Mathew.. hope you find ur soulmate.. just be patient mate!!🙋🙋

[@MatthewStokes77]

Why thank you! :) x

[@MatthewStokes77]

Aw Thanks Megan! She was OK, just didnt come over as well on the programme maybe. Number 5 did seem quite nice. And thanks for the offer...see you soon! ; )

[@juliettowera5114]

Did you ever find the special person?

[@MatthewStokes77]

@@juliettowera5114 i have dated... but currently single! lol But glad you enjoyed!

[@IhaveMy0pinion]

I love watching these, they are fun.

[@MatthewStokes77]

No, she had some dramas going on, and I infact started dating someone so we never did meet again!

[@yaraeddine127]

That’s fantastic. It’s great how sometimes the wrong road takes us to the right place. As I’m typing this, I see Japanese KZbin is waaaay behind the times. So! Hopefully you’re traveling on together; 8 years on

[@maidahaltrecht6577]

I am glad you did meet someone. I hope it goes well for you.

[@butterflylover5333]

you notice how he didn't kiss 3 Rd date Rebecca on the cheek at the end of date, he couldn't get outta there faster. lol

[@HappyOne2017]

It's 'cause he was drunk

[@lesleyella]

It's funny at the end how the person going on the dates always finds someone new and the three other people are still single

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

Because they lie to save face ;-)

[@leelee2350]

A lot of the women act like they're some beauty queen when they're mostly plain janes, which is fine .....they just need to stop being so fussy.

[@JimmyCeesAll]

@@leelee2350truest comment ever. I swear if you watch 10 of these you see how much more effort men put in and are much more reasonable in expectations

[@leelee2350]

@@JimmyCeesAll Yep, so many fat women have ridiculous "standards". I've seen them run bodybuilder guys down to the ground but my god, nobody can say a word about their weight. I can't stand hypocrisy.

[@MatthewStokes77]

Thanks! :)

[@sparkl1nwat3r]

You were seeing someone at the time you went on this show?

[@ronnastefan543]

Considering Rebecca said she never actually cooks, I thought she did not too bad a job on her meal. A couple parts were "cheater" parts, but again, if that was the first meal she ever cooked, it looked okay.

[@faybeharry3330]

I love the fact that Rebecca dressed like a real restaurant date and have a fun personality. The first date is interesting as she us a fashionable person and down to earth. The second date is most prettiest and seemed sweet.

[@amethystgroves8397]

I love this show

[@MultiVince95]

Wednesday 27th July 2011

[@Captive8media]

Was that the original air date?

[@lauraspyropoulos1655]

stay strong matt the right ones out there xxxxxxxxx

[@AllSaints555]

Fair enough - we live and learn. Hope you are both doing well.

[@meganclaridge2235]

Wow... Louise really shouldn't have gone on this show... She can't cook, she's too fussy, and a little rude... I think matthew should have chosen menu 5, and married her! I'd date him though.

[@annabrzazgacz5813]

Definitely agree

[@alexthedeal1827]

Yes nr 5 was very attractive and seemed very sweet, too bad he couldn's see them before the dates..

[@meganclaridge2235]

@@alexthedeal1827 it’s been 7 years since I posted this comment, I might have to rewatch 😂

[@soulfull9358]

3 dissapointed people and one chicken who started the game but never finished it.

[@londonroulette]

Yeah the VoiceOver is wrong, no character

[@teenjules2309]

Hope it has all worked out for you Matthew, you seem like a very nice guy! Let me know when you come to Oz again, I'll show you round a bit mate :)

[@MatthewStokes77]

Well, thank you for the offer! I'll let you know! lol

[@teenjules2309]

Cheers, sounds lie a plan! lol

[@stateagent2123]

Felt sorry for Sonya.... he should've treated her better..!! (+ enjoyed this episode & the Narrator's proper..)

[@TapDancerDood]

Narrator's terrible...

[@AurosOrion]

I kind of hope he became friends with Rebecca. They got on so well, it was so fun to watch them banter lol. I bet they'd have a lot of fun together, just as friends.

[@MatthewStokes77]

+ColorfulConfessions We did have a fun date, we actually got a bit drunk that night, filming was taking a long time. But no sexual chemistry....

[@AurosOrion]

Matthew Stokes Yeah, it happens! But at least you had fun. Nothing like drinking and joking :P

[@mariawerner8447]

With all the cooking shows on TV these days, as well as the Internet and cookbooks everywhere, I’m amazed that there are people who don’t know the basics of cooking (remove the green shoots from inside the garlic before you cook it, and potatoes are done when you can stick a knife through them without resistance) and seem unable to just follow a recipe?? What do they live on - chips??

[@sparkl1nwat3r]

Wow that was just very bad for Matthew! He seemed like a really nice guy. I don't understand why these women are being so rude. His personalities did shine and they say, looks aren't everything - he's not that bad looking either. The girl he chose on date with just didn't want to go with him. Excuses, excuses always a reason NOT to go with someone you DON'T like. Wish yah all the best Matty.

[@angelaglanville9377]

First time I’ve watched this. Also the last!!

[@MsShellectable]

Who creates the menus? They're pretty adventurous for these women who are clearly not practiced cooks. He's such a nice, thoughtful guy. He deserves somebody who appreciates his kindness., and can make him a good meal!

[@Keekacromwell]

Sonia was nice. I wouldn't say desperate for a guy but she kinda suited him. For loiuse she was dirty. I mean lady dirty. She was unorganised. And added Too much alcohol. She didn't wash her tray. So do diner dates do health inspection before the date actually eats. And the third one had a man structure body with a lady attitude. She was good but loiuse. You chose Louise over Sonia. How could you

[@TapDancerDood]

He came across as if he was gay...

[@LadyEllex]

You seem like a nice and understanding guy, I don't know why people are asking why you didn't pick the 'pretty' one, not everything's about looks. Shame you didn't get your second date though. Hope things worked out with the other girl you started dating after the show instead :)

[@MatthewStokes77]

Thank you, very sweet of you. x

[@JokkaD-nc7wz]

why are u acting like u not gay?

[@AWTransport276]

7:23 looks like you’re not alone when it comes to food preferences

[@stephenkissane4268]

Sonia is lovely

[@ranganaimsipa9012]

I think the second was secretly drunk. 🤣🤣

[@MatthewStokes77]

Well, It kinda accured between the filming starting and ending!

[@river8760]

“Accured “ ? I think you mean occurred? 😅

[@MrPlanx]

The incompetence of these women is almost painful.

[@RaikenXion]

I find the presenter so annoying on this show, she tries to make all these jokes and hints out of every little thing. Almost like shes just looking to see if theres any slight little romance there and most of the time there just isnt. Obviously she expects them to relax but ofcourse they wont fully when the cameras on them, regardless if they like each other or not. And it nearly always ends the same way, where they both dont see eachother again.

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

She's trying to be a female David Lamb and it doesn't come over well.

[@RaikenXion]

@@TheFakeyCakeMaker Come to think of it, you're right.

[@-null-null8857]

6:22 Is the thumbnail pic girl if that's why you clicked....

[@saimanasir770]

nice goodlooking guy

[@MatthewStokes77]

She did have a bit of a nasty unexpected reason to have to pull out so I can't hold it against her really. It was a shame, but I wasn't too upset!

[@mstubeornottube]

Who is the narrator? She's quite funny!

[@Summer21.]

The narrator is Charlotte Hudson, who is an English actress and television presenter. 😃

[@sootheholistic3064]

The Czech girl made a lucky escape.

[@DNS0875]

Whatever the reason might be: don’t change accents. This blows your cover. Choose and stick with it throughout the character you’re trying to put down. Or English with French accent, English with German accent or English with your authentic accent.

[@singingallalone]

What’s his accent? I know he’s English, but what area? Essex? And yes the second woman cannot cook at all!

[@stephenkissane4268]

Manchester

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

@@stephenkissane4268 hahahaha!

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

The narrator said he's from Hampshire.

[@yaraeddine127]

I have to stop reading comments before watching. SPOILERS! Come on, internet etiquette.. at least give a spoiler alert 🚨

[@londonroulette]

A note: Can't believe the daters don't get a nice car to go to the date, they get a cheap mini can not a limo, cheap programme

[@matabeleman]

why no chairs? geez

[@Siofra22]

Awwwww, she didn't go out :( Hope it worked out anyway.

[@christinadepa5431]

I wonder if Matt would'a eaten that food having seen how some of that was made...lol

[@MatthewStokes77]

Not a chance! Gross! Sweet girl, but - oh dear god! :)

[@christinadepa5431]

lol..that girl picked up the 'meat' with her oven mitt,,,,classic

[@elizabethmenegon8057]

And off he goes for the one who couldn't bother to cook or dress up for that matter, no wonder why the two of them are single. 😂😂😉

[@clydehurn5920]

South Africans don't even know what South African chicken is...and yes, I'm South African 😂

[@fatimamohamed7072]

The second girl didn't put any effort into cooking. She should have told him she's not interested in him at all.

[@peekawhile521]

Good looking and a charming gentleman.

[@MatthewStokes77]

Thats very sweet, thank you! :)

[@Mariko94]

Anyone have any idea what song is playing at 12:39?

[@philochristos]

Why must the narrator be so harsh? They're trying their hardest.

[@c6gav]

Dose any one know why louise didn,t want to go out with this matthew after a few weeks after..?? What was wrong with going out at the end of the week..??

[@MatthewStokes77]

We only had a week to go on a new date due to the filming schedule - and she has some major family drama that meant she had moved away. I was then dating so we never met again!

[@c6gav]

Matthew Stokes Do you know what was wrong in her family then..?? I was thinking she had flu or a bug..!1 I just watched it now on ITV 2..!

[@MatthewStokes77]

c6gav Sadly it was a family related drama, but was very upset as you can see!

[@c6gav]

Matthew Stokes Maybe she didn,t fancy you enough to go out with you on the date..! And just came up with that so she didn,t have to go out..!

[@MatthewStokes77]

That's what I thought. .. but it was a fairly major incident, it got quite involved and complicated at the time.

[@JacquelineRamirez1983]

When i first saw the beginning of the video, before all the menu stuff, i thought you were gay. You are very good looking guy.

[@wingmainful]

Sonia's lovely😘

[@L15-v8y]

when was this filmed ?

[@Summer21.]

This was filmed in 2011. 😃

[@MatthewStokes77]

ha thanks....not that bad looking?! PAH! ; ) Sadly it wasent an excuse from the girl I choose, it was actually quite a serious family situation so we all felt really bad for her. I'd almost rather her say she just wasent really up for it! Like I said, I'd actually started dating someone at this point anyway. All good fun though, and thanks x

[@georgiaarmani2391]

Understand...

[@theposhnosh1]

The blonde was attractive...why the hell he went for a plain jane over her, i'll never understand.

[@helenaville5939]

The three of them were blonde, lol

[@catherinepetrich7618]

LOL 😅🤣😂 Louise's cooking!!! ❤❤❤

[@angelaglanville9377]

Tangine and prosketto? Is he dyslexic?

[@notrecyborg5492]

I reckon that girl made it up about a family emergency or whatever, she didn't fancy him, and didn't want to go on the date. I knew for a fact they wouldn't 'rearrange'.

[@muggedinmadrid]

aw....what a sad ending..

[@kennethyoung141]

They need this in Canada

[@thehoneyeffect]

i think he should choose the blond one

[@HappyOne2017]

Lol

[@rteltelaz1887]

They're all blonde. Number 3 was a bottle blonde though.

[@Iphoneats1]

someone on the filming crew then? did you offer her a job in your film production company?

[@MultiVince95]

Nice

[@nizarr21]

The second lady really tried to sieve sugar? 😳😣 Louise dear, please don't do that 😫

[@nickshay1111]

ur a nice sweet guy. it rare to find nice decent guys xx

[@tonyb76]

karishma fan are you sure?

[@memalos1]

He is such a textbook looser

[@rteltelaz1887]

@@memalos1 At least he can spell, which is more than can be said about you.

[@Summer21.]

RTel Telaz Oh no, I wouldn’t say that. Everyone has made a typing mistake in their time, even the guy who he is talking about has. 😄😃

[@secrettongues]

By any chance, Matthew, is it a man you are dating now?

[@cherrylee2512]

aww i like him id cook him a nice thai meal lol

[@SpainJimi]

Hhhhmmmm Intweeging and inspiwing menwu me thwinks but how do you say what word? :) Sorry just for gwiggles :)

[@anaishealy5073]

Did you see her face when she opened the door! Rude!! 😳😲 The guys on TV, just go to dinner with him and then politely decline taking it any further. Why sign up if you're not going to see it through! Ugh. 😒 Glad he found someone though 😀

[@dopeydiablo]

he said himself in the comments it was a serious family emergency..

[@peggypatch91]

An avid dinner date fan. Sorry Stokesy, I just just found you repetitive. No harm meant

[@sal58paradise]

Narrator is Dinner date candidate 4sure

[@kitcarson5130]

Proschetto???? Prosecco I think

[@Massiveskinsfan93]

lol, I love this programme but the voice over is so annoying!

[@Grovesie35]

7:40 "next it's on to filling thicc with double cream".. Yes, yes it is.

[@HispanicImpression]

What ?! Matthew here ? Damn fuck... media anno 2013... and we thought we had interaction back in the days when there were telephone polls combined with shows...

[@lauriesicardaskey]

This commentator is much much better than the lisper who made stupid jokes.

[@vanessalauchande9103]

us south africans dont endorse this main coarse...

[@gaynorbrown631]

Don't mind sitting on the floor, but might not be very elegant getting up!

[@sabzs3657]

As a South African, I’d like to say that her “South African Chicken” confuses me…