Guilty pleasures
When it comes to food, Thanassi likes to indulge in pizza. But his “Shh, don’t tell” TV obsession is HGTV
Ball control
Not only does the 6-foot-3 Thanassi play basketball in his spare time, but he’s also a huge New York Knicks fan.
Neighborhood watch
One of Thanassi’s favorite places in NYC is Union Square. “It has some of the best people-watching in the country,” he says.
Out and about
Thanassi prefers ladies who can be one with the great outdoors. “Go to the beach and actually go in the water,” he insists of his dates.
Face-off
It’s fine if you wear a little bit of makeup, ladies, but Thanassi doesn’t want a woman with what he calls “EMS”: excessive makeup syndrome.
Always open
As a native New Yorker, Thanassi expects to see a 24-hour bodega on every corner when he travels to other cities. “I resent cities for not having them,” he says.
Say cheese
Thanassi has an architecture degree from Pratt, and makes a living as a professional photographer, working out of his own studio.Shannon gets to choose from these three guys. Who do you think she should date?
Thanassi gets to choose from these three girls. Who do you think he should date?
Sandy, 29
Advertising sales
She is: a traveler. “I make it a point to go someplace new once a year,” says Sandy.
She wants: a basketball player. “I am attracted to physically active guys,” she says.
Biggest flaw: Sandy admits she’s a bit insecure: “I’m always wondering what other people are thinking.”
Turn-on: a quick wit
Turn-offs: cheapskates and rude people
Make-out music: “Speak Your Heart” by Lizz Wright
Celebrity crush: Ian Somerhalder
Mimi, 31
Photo stylist
She is: “a sweetheart with a feisty side,” says Mimi.
She wants: tall, dark and handsome. “I know it’s cliché, but I do a double-take when I see a guy like this,” she says.
Ms. Adventure: Mimi runs half-marathons and rock-climbs on occasion.
Favorite NYC spot: Central Park
Best physical asset: “My freckles,” says Mimi.
Pet peeve: stupid text messages
Celebrity crush: Derrick Rose
Favorite food: Mexican
Lex, 30
Media consultant
She is: even-tempered. “I’m always in a good mood.”
She wants: someone with manners. “ ‘Please’ and ‘thank you’ go a long way,” she says.
Happy hour: Lex’s favorite time of day is the evening: “That’s when my time is truly my own,” she says.
No name calling: Adopting a pet name — cutie-big, snuggle-puss — too early in a relationship is a big pet peeve.
Drink order: Seltzer water
Guilty pleasure: reality TV
Superpower of choice: “lightning speed”
Favorite neighborhood: Flatiron District