Dating
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High-Profile Dating: How We Help Celebrities Find Love
Celebrity dating can be very difficult where everyone is watching to see what you are up to. Here are our expert thoughts
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Finding Love in LA
The City of Angels is a thriving hub of sexy singles—but with so many leading busy lives, you need to make some time to get out there yourself!
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Five signs you are a lazy dater
With the frequency at which we are going on dates, it’s incredibly easy to become a lazy dater. It is almost an accepted idea that dating is just “a numbers game”
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5 First Date Ideas in Islington
There’s a wide array of themes and cuisines on offer in Islington. You and your date are sure to find the perfect spot for that all-important first date!
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Singles Guide to Barcelona
Gorgeous sun, vibrant culture—and some seriously sexy Spaniards soaking in some rays. Yep, Barcelona’s something of a paradise for singles...
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Belgravia
Belgravia is awe-inspiring no matter who you are, and stuffed with surefire winners when it comes to potential first date spots! Check out our top 5.
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London’s Top 5 Most Romantic Walks
There’s something so romantic about a walking date. No frills, no pomp—just conversation and stunning scenery. Here are 5 romantic walks in London!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Clerkenwell
Clerkenwell is a stylish part of London boasting a diverse array of brilliant bars and restaurants. Check out our top 5 first date spots in Clerkenwell!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Victoria
Victoria is one of the swankiest parts of London—and the perfect place for a first date to remember. Check out our top 5 first date venues in Victoria!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Chiswick
Chiswick is a leafy, relaxed suburb with aptly minimalist venues ideal for a chilled out date. Check out our top 5 first date spots in Chiswick!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Greenwich
Greenwich is the perfect first date spot if you’re looking for something a little different beyond the hubbub of Central London. Here are our top 5!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Pimlico
Pimlico is an underrated area—but that’s all the better for you, as you can enjoy a range of uncrowded but nonetheless atmospheric first date spots!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in St James’s
St James is one of the most opulent areas in London—so a night here is sure to wow your beau. Check out our top 5 first date venues in St James!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Kensington
In this buzzing district of West London you’ll find some of the capital’s hottest date spots. Check out our 5 favourite first date spots in Kensington!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in the City
The City is one of the swankiest places in the UK. You can’t go wrong if you’re looking for the ideal spot to impress on your first date!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Battersea
No matter your idea of the perfect first date, Battersea’s thriving nightlife and bar scene ensures you and your date will find the ideal venue to flirt and be merry.
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Chelsea
Chelsea is one of the poshest parts of London, with swanky bars and rip-roaring restaurants. You and your first date are sure to find somewhere opulent!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Marylebone
Marylebone hosts some of London’s quirkiest bars and restaurants. You’re sure to find the perfect first date venue, no matter your tastes!
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Top 5 First Date Venues in Clapham
Clapham is London’s ultimate party town. If you’re on the lookout for a buzzing bar or rip-roaring restaurant to impress on your first date, well—look no further.
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Do you attract players? Do you find yourself dating the wrong men?
"I attract the wrong kind of men" – this is something I have heard a great deal in my wonderful career as a matchmaker and I have some advice.
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Top 10 Reasons to Date a Brit
Whether you’re swooning over the accent or can’t cope with the charm, you haven’t known decorum till you've dated a Brit.
James Preece
Five Best Dating Spots in Sydney
Gorgeous sunny weather. Happy people. Endless activities. The Emerald City is one of the world’s finest when it comes to romancing your hot date.
Mary Balfour
At what age should you join a matchmaking agency?
Joining a matchmaking agency is a great way to improve your search for love. But dating agencies are not always right for everyone.
Mary Balfour
Five great ideas for classical music dates in London
Are you looking for a classical music date night in London? Follow these tips on five of the best classical music venue in the capital.
Matilda Parry
4 Simple Steps to Zoom Dating
So many singles are using Zoom to maintain their love lives during COVID. Want to get in on the action? Just follow these 4 easy steps to set up your date!
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Genetic Matchmaking? Netflix’s ‘The One’
Do genetics hide the answer to the perfect match? In Netflix’s new series, The One, the main character, Rebecca discovers the secrets of genetic matchmaking.
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Are You Ready to Get Back Out There?
For far too many of us, it's been two years of no bra, no pants—and definitely no romance. Are you prepared for the madness of the post-COVID dating melee?
Gillian McCallum
Love – when we all need it the most!
There's no two ways about it—these are worrying times. But luckily we have the technology at hand to stay in touch with our loved ones—and even date.
James Preece
Single Parent Dating Advice
Being a single parent is a wonderful thing to experience. Here are our matchmaker tips to help you with the dating process.
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Gillian McCallum: Best Matchmaker 2020!
Our CEO Gillian McCallum is honoured to have been given the international iDate Award for Best Matchmaker 2020. That's five years in a row for DDM!
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Drawing Down the Moon is Going to the Oscars
For the first time ever, the Oscar winners’ and nominees’ gift bags will include matchmaking membership—with yours truly, Drawing Down the Moon!
James Preece
Meeting the 2020 Oscar Nominees
Drawing Down the Moon would like to introduce you to this year's Oscar Nominees.
James Preece
Transatlantic Dating Between London and New York
Transatlantic Dating is very popular as more people commute between London and York. Here is how to make it work.
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5 Great Venues for First Dates in Paris
Paris is renowned for being one of the world's most romantic cities. Check out our 5 amazing date ideas for the City of Love and Light!
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How Can I Get Back on the Dating Scene After a Breakup
After a breakup, you can start afresh, be your true self. Take some time to reflect on the experience—then put together a plan to meet new singles!
James Preece
Conversation Tips for Dating
Knowing what to say and how to say it is very important on dates. Here are our conversation tips for dating.
James Preece
How Dating In Toronto Is Unlike Anywhere Else
Toronto is a wonderful city for new relationships Here are our tips for successful Toronto dating.
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Andrea Galvin – Best Matchmaker 2019
We are thrilled to announce that Drawing Down the Moon matchmaker Andrea Galvin has been awarded Best Matchmaker 2019
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Cait Baker Finalist Best Dating Coach 2019
Drawing Down the Moon Matchmaking are thrilled to announce that Cait Baker has been named a Finalist by iDate
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Cuffing Season – Are you ready?
Halloween holds its own terrifying turn for singles; not only is it a time to dress up in fancy dress, daters know it is the official start of Cuffing Season!