
Kirsty chose partner Gareth to be her co-host because he is a great cook and she wanted to test his skills. Kirsty and Gareth made tough menu choices and only regret their dessert.
Kirsty liked all of her dinner guests, but she was partuicularly taken by Gillian. She adds: "They were all charming in their own way; there wasn’t one I disliked. My favourite was Gillian because she is a sassy lady and someone I would like to get to know after the show."
Despite having a frantic time getting everything ready, Kirsty insists she wouldn't change her approach. She says: "The best thing about the dinner party was the anticipation and eagerness for the night it was great to show the guests what we could do and the belly dancer made the night really fun for everyone. The worst thing of the night was not being able to relax."

Dave says: Gareth even went shopping at 3am to buy my favourite sandwich filling. I gave them nine points for hospitality but I had to mark them five for the accommodation

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