We photographed this year’s Top Singles, the area’s 20 most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, in settings that best fit their respective personalities. Whether we showed them being adventurous at the National Aquarium, inquisitive at the Peabody Library, creative at the BMA, or cultured at Verde Pizza, these spots made the ideal backdrop. (Not to mention we got to play with sharks, climb on sculptures, snack on pizza, and explore old books.) Just goes to show: This city is full of fun—you just have to know where to look!

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Ashley Mancinelli

39, manager, gift planning and major gifts, The Walters Art Museum, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? To Kill a Mockingbird. Movie? Top Gun. Food? Pasta with my dad’s homemade sauce. Celebrity dream date? I can’t deny my adoration for Justin Timberlake any longer. Favorite trip? Traveling to Australia for six weeks to study law. How do you stay fit? Run. This sometimes involves wearing a tutu or navigating an obstacle course in the mud, and most recently, a half-marathon. Your creative outlet: Handwritten notes. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I am probably the only Italian without a middle name. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I won a bet! I’m slightly biased since Joe Flacco graduated from my alma mater. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Take my dad to Italy, donate to a cause that funds cancer research, and, of course, pay off my student loans. In three words, describe your perfect fit: sincere, intelligent, romantic.

Christopher Vaeth

30, director, equity client services, Morgan Stanley, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Constant Gardener. TV Show? House Hunters International. Album? CSNY’s Déjà Vu. Food? Johnny Rad’s El Gato pizza with sausage and banana peppers. Celebrity dream date? Alexander Skarsgård. Favorite trip? One winter, I took my mother to Rome and Berlin, two cities in which I have lived and that hold a special place in my heart. Your creative outlet: Cooking! Food, wine, entertaining, and everything epicurean. Are you an animal lover? I have had dogs all my life and am volunteering with the SPCA. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I was a figure skater for the better part of my life, “retiring” and going to college at 21. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I spent the night in a very local corner bar full of unexpected elation. Your dream job? Running a B&B in the Swiss Alps. In three words, describe your perfect fit: kind, loyal, adventurous.

Brian Kleeman

40, professional race car driver, divorced, two kids: William, 12 and Rebecca, 10

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV show? The Office (UK). Movie? The Italian Job. Food? Steak and I’d have an unlimited supply of sea salt for it. Celebrity dream date? Olivia Munn. We would talk nerdy to each other. Your favorite trip? Italy. The history, artwork, and food are simply stunning. Your creative outlet? Life drawing. It’s incredibly relaxing. What would your last meal be? Shrimp scampi over linguini with a white wine cream sauce. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I will go to great lengths to avoid peas. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: There was lots of noise, high fives, and minor gymnastics. Dream job? I already have it. I’ve wanted to race cars since I was a kid. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Buy the Pittsburgh Steelers and disband them——just for fun. In three words, describe your perfect fit: kind, confident, genuine.

Audrey Slade

32, director of public relations, Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Don’t Know Much About History by Kenneth C. Davis. TV Show? The Newsroom. Album? Any Rolling Stones album. Celebrity dream date? Adam Scott (golfer) or James McAvoy. Favorite trip? Spontaneous trip to the Cayman Islands with my sister and my best friend. How do you stay fit? Barre, Pilates, and I walk a lot. Your creative outlet? Karaoke. What would your last meal be? Omakase from chef Jonah [Kim] at PABU. He knows me well and would include a happy spoon, ribs, fried chicken, and sashimi. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I was named after Audrey Hepburn. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I was thrilled for Baltimore to get recognition for something other than The Wire. How would you spend the Mega Millions? One-third to charity, one-third to travel, and one-third in savings. In three words, describe your perfect fit: intriguing, witty, generous.

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Noelle Hopper

28, director of strategic communications, St. Paul’s School for Girls, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Can I bring my iPad? Movie? A League of Their Own. Food? My Buffalo chicken dip. Celebrity dream date? Rupert Friend——tall, dark, and handsome never looked so good. Your creative outlet? Coaching the girls’ club lacrosse team. Are you an animal lover? #Bulldoglover. What would your last meal be? My mom’s Armenian home cooking. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I’m addicted to hand sanitizer. If you could invite any three people to dinner, who would they be? Jane Austen, E. L. James, and my friend EJ. (She always shares her dessert.) When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: It was Christmas in Baltimore! How would you spend the Mega Millions? Hi, you’ve reached Noelle’s voicemail. I’m on a tropical island enjoying Bloody Marys and sunbathing in the company of my favorite people. In three words, describe your perfect fit: honest, confident, engaging.

Kyle Juszczyk

22, fullback, Baltimore Ravens, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . movie? The Departed. Album? Some Nights by Fun. Food? Pierogies. Celebrity dream date? Blake Lively. How do you stay fit? It’s my job. Your creative outlet? Cooking. I prefer home-cooked meals rather than going out. Are you an animal lover? To many people’s surprise, I have a 17-year-old cat named Jumpy. What would your last meal be? Mom’s baked chicken, pierogies with sautéed onions, creamed corn, and steamed carrots with ginger. If you could invite any three people to dinner, who would they be? Wayne Chrebet, Tim Tebow, and Aziz Ansari. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I was happy for Ray Lewis to go out with a championship. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Buy land in southern Ohio for my brothers and myself to build a lake house. In three words, describe your perfect fit: witty, outgoing, driven.

Julie King

52, letter carrier, US Postal Service and owner, JK Management, divorced, two kids: Jay, 31 and Chandler, 20

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Secret by Rhoda Byrne. Movie? This is 40. Album? The Sea by Corinne Bailey Rae. Celebrity dream date? Mark Wahlberg or Anthony Mackie. How do you stay fit? Deliver mail, crunches, curls, squats, jumping jacks. Your creative outlet? Laughter! What would your last meal be? Fish, mashed potatoes, greens, and macaroni and cheese. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I graduated cum laude from Towson University when I was 44. If you could invite any three people to dinner, who would they be? John Legend, Michael Jackson, and Richard Pryor. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: It was epic! I was so proud. Your dream job?
An Entertainment Tonight/E! news correspondent. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Pay debt, give to charity, open a comedy club, buy homes for my family. In three words, describe your perfect fit: charismatic, funny, kind.

Arman Taghizadeh

36, psychiatrist, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Happiness Project by Rachel Dubin. TV Show? Scrubs. Album? Decade of Decadence by Mötley Crüe. Celebrity dream date? Jillian Michaels (even though she doesn’t date men) or Jennifer Lawrence. How do you stay fit? Running and lifting weights. (They call me Pocket Hercules at the gym!) What would your last meal be? Steamed crabs with a cold Natty Boh. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I strongly considered art school prior to getting a wrestling scholarship for college. If you could invite any three people to dinner, who would they be? Nelson Mandela, Ben Carson, and Ray Lewis. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I was there! I screamed, cried, and hugged my brother. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Pay off my school loans, upgrade my Ravens season tickets, and take my family traveling. In three words, describe your perfect fit: witty, athletic, confident.

Dennis Shields

41, art teacher, Kenwood High School, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Men’s Health. Movie? Wedding Crashers. Album? Any Kenny Chesney. Celebrity dream date? Jana Kramer. How do you stay fit? I go to the gym and play volleyball. Your creative outlet? I’m an artist, so I paint and draw a lot. Also play the guitar. What would your last meal be? Stuffed rockfish (with extra crab meat) and a loaded sweet potato with Vaccaro’s colossal waffle for dessert. What’s something not everyone knows about you? In middle school, I had a perm in the back of my head with feathered hair up top. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Vincent van Gogh, Babe Ruth, and Chris Rock. Your dream job? Professional baseball player or guitarist in a band. In three words, describe your perfect fit: intelligent, attractive, entertaining.

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Will Harrison

38, owner, West Arlington Consulting Group, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Bible. Movie? American Gangster. Album? Thriller. Celebrity dream date? Tamara Taylor from Bones. Your favorite trip? While stationed in the Army, I got to visit Niihau in Hawaii, aka the “Forbidden Island.” How do you stay fit? Run, lift, repeat. What would your last meal be? Surf and turf from The Prime Rib. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I once sold cars. Trust me, the dealership is not your friend. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Colin Powell, Bill Gates, and Reginald Lewis. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I thought, ‘Did the lights really go out in the Superdome?’ How would you spend the Mega Millions? Can you say Hangover Part IV? In three words, describe your perfect fit: ambitious, independent, dreamer.

Chelsea Needel

29, social worker, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at University of Maryland Medical Center, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The local island newspaper. Movie? Dirty Dancing. Album? Summer Jams 2000 mix CD my best friend made. Food? Bananas. Celebrity dream date? Mark Wahlberg. Your favorite trip? Cambodia with my older brother. How do you stay fit? City Sweat boot camp at Charm City Fitness. What would be your last meal? My mom’s cooking—kishka and a side of chopped liver. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? My grandparents, whom I never got the opportunity to meet. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I thought, ‘I should have gone.’ Your dream job? Working for the CIA (has a little something to do with Homeland). How would you spend the Mega Millions? Save/invest a large portion of it. In three words, describe your perfect fit: Just need one—’Bashert.’

Mark McTamney

29, director of marketing, Parking Panda, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin. TV Show? Breaking Bad. Album? The Black Album by Jay-Z. Celebrity dream date? Blake Lively. Your favorite trip? Weeklong cruise through the Caribbean. How do you stay fit? Gym and, sadly, trying to relive my glory days in social-league sports. Are you an animal lover? Absolutely. People who don’t like dogs can’t be trusted. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I sound like an angel when singing karaoke. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Dave Chappelle, David Blaine, and Leonardo DiCaprio. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I celebrated on the town with friends, but I’m a diehard Eagles fan. Your dream job? Startup CEO. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Private islands, robot servants, pet tigers, yachts, unicorns. The works. In three words, describe your perfect fit: witty, driven, easygoing.

Carrie Podles

40, owner, Alexander’s Tavern, never been married, one kid: Alexander, 12

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Lord of the Rings. TV Show? Scandal. Movie? Return of the Jedi. Food? Stovetop butter popcorn. Celebrity dream date? Ryan Reynolds. Your favorite trip? Las Vegas, every time. How do you stay fit? Run and the occasional sit-up. Are you an animal lover? Yes! Except for hermit crabs. My son brought one home from the beach, and we are failing to bond. What would your last meal be? Gluten. Every form of gluten. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I love riding horses. Growing up, I wanted to be a jockey. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Arty Donovan, Ellen DeGeneres, and my late father. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: There were tears, pride, and lots of hugs with strangers. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Slowly. In three words, describe your perfect fit: funny, relaxed, honest.

Ginger Robinson

33, attorney, The Law Office of Ginger R. Robinson, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV Show? The original 90210. Album? Make Yourself by Incubus. Food? Brie and gingersnaps. Celebrity dream date? Brandon Boyd: good hair, good ink, good ideals. Your favorite trip? A solo road trip to Savannah; each meal was better than the next. How do you stay fit? I thank my mother. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Madonna, James Madison. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: No one deserved it more than Ray. He’s done amazing things for this town. Your dream job? Playing bass in a metal band. How would you spend the Mega Millions? I think it’s about time someone brings basketball back to Baltimore. In three words, describe your perfect fit: confident, compassionate, clever.

Tim Gober

33, owner/CEO, Baltimore Pain Relief Center, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV show? Boardwalk Empire. Album? OK Computer by Radiohead. Food? Wasabi and soy sauce for the sushi I will catch. Celebrity dream date? Mila Kunis. Your favorite trip? South Africa for the World Cup, safari, and great-white diving. How do you stay fit? Triathlons and club soccer. What would your last meal be? Roast rack of lamb, grilled asparagus, and garlic mashed potatoes. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I make gourmet pickles. The more sour, the better. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? My great-grandfather George, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Will Ferrell. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Grant myself more vacation days to travel to cities around the world. In three words, describe your perfect fit: vibrant, adventurous, creative.

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Jayesh Jariwala

37, project manager, Applied Control Engineering, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV show? Lost series. Movie? Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner? Food? Pizza! Celebrity dream date? Zooey Deschanel. She is quirky and smart. Your favorite trip? A 15-day trip to southern Japan and South Korea. What’s your creative outlet? Robots! I mentor local students and teach them how to program and build a robot. What would your last meal be? My mom’s curry chicken. What’s something not everyone knows about you? How much I get wrapped up in movies and shows. It’s a great escape. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Napolean Hill, Mahatma Gandhi, and my father. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I am a transplant, and it was so exciting to see a time ignite the city so much. In three words, describe your perfect fit: confident, adventurous, passionate.

Jennifer Quinn

32, director of marketing, The Woodmont Company, never been married, one kid: Logan, 4

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV Show? Scandal. Movie? Top Gun. Album? Tri-State by Above and Beyond. Celebrity dream date? Ryan Reynolds. Your favorite trip? Driving across Europe with six friends in a Tahoe. How do you stay fit? Chasing after my 4-year-old. Mommy muscles. What’s your creative outlet? I like to paint. And I’m beginning to take cello lessons again. What would your last meal be? I’m a steak and potatoes kind of gal. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I was a state champ in archery. I’m the real life Katniss. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lawrence, and Jacoby Jones. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I screamed, ‘I knew it!’ Your dream job? Own my own fashion boutique in the city. In three words, describe your perfect fit: tall, adventurous, honest.

Heather Keating

33, marketing and communications manager, Creative Alliance, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV show? Gilligan’s Island. Movie? To Catch a Thief. Food? Cheese! Celebrity dream date? Easy. Johnny Depp. Your favorite trip? Surfing in Costa Rica. How do you stay fit? Sign up for every random sport in the city——floor hockey, beach volleyball, broom ball. What is your creative outlet? I’ve been a freelance photographer for the past 10 years. What would your last meal be? Lobster mac and cheese and a bottle of red. What is something not everyone knows about you? I had a pet baby iguana for a month. We were mutually terrified of each other. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? Etta James, Andy Warhol, and Christopher Walken. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I watched the party in Fells Point and was really cold. Your dream job? I might have it! How would you spend the Mega Millions? Travel, swanky meals, geeky camera stuff. In three words, describe your perfect fit: creative, quirky, curious.

Michael Allred

49, director of security, Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, divorced, two kids: Casey, 19 and Clayton, 12

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV show? Breaking Bad. Movie? Castaway. Album? Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975) by The Eagles. Celebrity dream date? Kristin Wiig. Your favorite trip? Mission trip to build a deaf school in Jamaica. How do you stay fit? Work out and run. What is your creative outlet? Guitar. What’s something not everyone knows about you? I only have one kidney. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? John F. Kennedy, Sylvester Stallone, and Stevie Nicks. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I felt elation and relief. What’s your dream job? Batman. How would you spend the Mega Millions? Give some to family and buy a ranch. In three words, describe your perfect fit: honest, intelligent, funny.

Terrance Reed

30, IT administration, Under Armour, never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV show? The Simpsons. Movie? Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Album? Blueprint 3 by Jay-Z. Celebrity dream date? Paula Patton. Your favorite trip? Europe for my birthday: three countries, 10 days, countless shenanigans. How do you stay fit? Boxing is one hell of a workout. What’s your creative outlet? Music. Throw on a pair of headphones and let the ideas flow. What would be your last meal? Angus burger from Burger Bar in Amsterdam. If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? George Washington, Bob Marley, and my grandmother. When the Ravens won the Super Bowl: I was in a bar in Fells Point and excited to see how crazy it would get. Your dream job? Travel writer. In three words, describe your perfect fit: smart, funny, independent.

We photographed this year’s Top Singles, the area’s 20 most eligible
bachelors and bachelorettes, in settings that best fit their respective
personalities. Whether we showed them being adventurous at the National
Aquarium, inquisitive at the Peabody Library, creative at the BMA, or
cultured at Verde Pizza, these spots made the ideal backdrop. (Not to
mention we got to play with sharks, climb on sculptures, snack on pizza,
and explore old books.) Just goes to show: This city is full of fun—you
just have to know where to look!

There’s only so much a first date, online dating profile, or Facebook page can tell you about potential suitors. Maybe what they do, where they went to school, some of their favorite bands, perhaps an inspirational quote or two. But we wanted to delve a little deeper—to see what makes the 20 top singles in Baltimore tick. We reveal their hidden talents, quirky collections, dream jobs, and traits their friends might not even know exist.

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Lisa Nguyen
33, robotic surgery specialist and part-time fitness instructor; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and could only bring one . . . book? The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Celebrity dream date? Ryan Gosling. Hidden talents? I can be pretty handy around the house. Describe your closet: I turned one of my bedrooms into a closet/dressing room. It’s my female version of a man cave! What don’t you leave the house without? I never leave without kissing my dog, Sandi, goodbye. Who’s the funniest person alive? Ellen DeGeneres. What’s a perfect date? Late-night hike on top of a hill away from the lights, bring a blanket and bottle of wine, and watch the stars. Deal breakers? Long nails. You win the Mega Millions. How do you spend it? First, I would buy singing lessons. Second, I would hammer through my bucket list. You had me at . . . “May I have this dance?”

Troy Marrocco
29, architect and urban designer, Ayers Saint Gross; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? More of a magazine reader. Men’s Health, ESPN. TV Show? Modern Family. Album? SiriusXM Radio. Food? Pasta with meatballs. Celebrity dream date? Erin Andrews. Any phobias? Heights, roller coasters. Hidden talents? Handling a grill, being fashion-savvy, and singing. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I grew up on the same street as my aunt, uncle, cousin, and grandparents. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? My grandparents, who have passed away. It would be great to talk over their Italian cooking. Who’s your favorite athlete? Cal Ripken Jr., Derek Jeter, Ray Lewis, and Peyton Manning. What’s a trend that you just don’t get? Gangnam Style and Honey Boo Boo. What’s a perfect date? Dinner and drinks, followed by a comedy club or karaoke. You had me at . . . a great smile.

Neil Koch
30, park ranger; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Endurance by Alfred Lansing. TV Show? Seinfeld. Movie? Last of the Mohicans. Album? Uprising by Bob Marley and the Wailers. Food? Pineapple. Celebrity dream date? Nelly Furtado. Any phobias? Seeing my blood drawn. What do you collect? Stones from sentimental places. What’s something about you not everyone knows? Hiked the Appalachian Trail from Maine to Georgia. Would you date someone of an opposing political party? Definitely. We all offer valid points. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . steadfast. What’s a perfect date? Something simple and outside. What’s your dream job? Ranger, Rocky Mountain National Park. You had me at . . . Boh me.

Makea Corrine King
28, development coordinator, The Arc Baltimore; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Grimm’s Complete Fairy Tales. TV Show? Rock Center. Movie? Empire Records. Album? Brothers by The Black Keys. Food? Sushi. Celebrity dream date? Jeremy Renner. I love a good scowl. Any phobias? Suspension bridges. Hidden talents? I sang at my friend’s wedding and no one booed. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I went to five colleges and had four different majors before graduating in 2011. Who’s your favorite athlete? Ray Rice, Brendon Ayanbadejo, and Chris Kluwe are all doing something positive with their influence. Who’s the funniest person alive? Sterling Archer. What’s a perfect date? Anything other than dinner and a movie. Maybe a brewery tour. Dream job? Boutique owner. You had me at . . . bacon.

Meghan Schultz
26, nurse, Kennedy Krieger Institute; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving. TV Show? Seinfeld. Movie? Elf. Album? Les Misérables soundtrack. Food? Pizza. Celebrity dream date? Alexander Skarsgård. Any phobias? I am deathly afraid of bees. Hidden talents? Memorizing rap lyrics. What don’t you leave the house without? Antibacterial gel. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Bill Clinton, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Tom Hanks. Would you date someone of an opposing political party? As long as he isn’t a Steelers fan. Who’s your favorite athlete? Ray Lewis. Who’s the funniest person alive? My mom and Rob Delaney on Twitter. Deal breakers? Arrogance, laziness. What’s your dream job? SNL writer. You had me at . . . I love Arrested Development!

Roswell Encina
42, director of communications, Enoch Pratt Free Library; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon. TV Show? Happy Endings. Movie? Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Album? Sigh No More by Mumford & Sons. Food? Duck Duck Goose Pizza from Birroteca. Celebrity dream date? Neil Patrick Harris. Any phobias? Crocs. Hidden talents? Pen twirling and tweeting. What do you collect? Bow ties and pocket squares. Describe your closet: Out since 1999. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Andy Cohen, Truman Capote, and Wanda Sykes. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . reenergized. Who’s your favorite athlete? Brendon Ayanbadejo. What’s a perfect date? Something spontaneous. Deal breakers? Ignorance and smoking. What’s your dream job? Today show co-anchor. You had me at . . . your last tweet.

Steven Bottcher
35, CEO/owner of All Pro Team Sports; divorced

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Good to Great by Jim Collins. TV Show? Duck Dynasty. Movie? Wedding Crashers. Album? Greatest Hits by Tim McGraw. Food? Anything with crab. Celebrity dream date? Jennifer Aniston. Hidden talents? Writing. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I go to church every Sunday. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Jesus Christ, Vince Lombardi, and Albert Einstein. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . unforgettable, but they broke up with me too soon. Who’s your favorite athlete? Michael Jordan. What’s a trend that you just don’t get? Skinny jeans. What’s a perfect date? Natty Boh and crabs. Deal breakers? No sense of humor. What’s your dream job? I’m doing it. You had me at . . . let’s go fishing in the dark.

Nina Lattimore
36, elementary school principal; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Bible. TV Show? Any reality show. Movie? Bridesmaids. Album? The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. Food? Meatloaf from Mother’s Federal Hill Grille. Celebrity dream date? John Legend. Hidden talents? I speak Spanish fluently. What do you collect? Clothes. I love to shop! If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Michelle Obama, Whitney Houston, and Heidi Klum. Would you date someone of an opposing political party? Having opposing views is one thing, but we would need to respect each other’s point of view. Who’s your favorite athlete? Ray Rice. Hey, diddle diddle, Ray Rice up the middle! Who’s the funniest person alive? My father. We talk every day and it always ends with laughter. What’s your dream job? I’d love to report on education like Tim Tooten. You had me at . . . acceptance.

Tandon Doss
23, wide receiver, Baltimore Ravens; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Bible. TV Show? Entourage. Movie? Batman. Album? Trap or Die by Young Jeezy. Food? Spaghetti. Celebrity dream date? Eva Longoria. What do you collect? Kung Fu movies. Ip Man is my favorite one. Describe your closet: Shoes! I have more than 100 pairs of Vans alone. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I am the first person in my family to graduate from high school. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Muhammad Ali, Barry Sanders, and Jerry Rice. Who’s the funniest person alive? Mike Epps, hands down. What’s a trend that you just don’t get? Skinny jeans. What’s a perfect date? I’m a homebody, watching movies. Deal breakers? Stuck-up people and messed-up feet. What’s your dream job? I’m living my dream job right now.

Debbie McDonald
61, vice president, Schoenfeld Insurance Associates; widowed, one son, 24.

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Fifty Shades Darker by E. L. James. TV Show? Survivor. Movie? Remember the Titans. Album? Duets by Frank Sinatra. Food? Pasta. Celebrity dream date? George Clooney. What do you collect? Sports memorabilia. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? John F. Kennedy, Michael Jordan, and Mother Teresa. Would you date someone of an opposing political party? Yes, as long as he wasn’t running for office. What’s a perfect date? A quiet, romantic dinner and then dancing all night. Deal breakers? Self-absorbed men. What’s your dream job? Sports commentator. You win the Mega Millions. How do you spend it? Travel around the world by air, land, and sea, as well as help all the people I love and the less fortunate. You had me at . . .“The Way You Look Tonight.”

Greg Carpenter
43, program director, 101.9 Lite FM; divorced, three kids 9, 11, and 17.

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . movie? Back to the Future. Album? Live/1975-85 by Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. Food? Spaghetti with meat sauce. Celebrity dream date? Reese Witherspoon. Any phobias? I can’t handle the thought of drowning. What do you collect? Old radios from the ’40s, ’50s, and ’60s. Describe your closet: As time goes on, my daughter is taking over. I’ll reach in for a sweater and all I can find are Taylor Swift shirts. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Brooks Robinson, Dick Clark, and Eddie Murphy. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . built on trust (in Buck). Who’s the funniest person alive? My daughter. What’s a perfect date? Just one-on-one time. What’s your dream job? I think I have it. You had me at . . . friendly eyes.

Rachel Mulherin
26, marketing coordinator, Stegman & Company, and owner, Rachel Mulherin Jewelry; divorced

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Twilight series. TV Show? The Golden Girls. Movie? Think Like a Man. Album? Unapologetic by Rihanna. Food? Anything from Talara. Celebrity dream date? Dwight Howard. Any phobias? Needles and snakes. Hidden talents? I can name all 50 states in alphabetical order. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I’m a self-taught jewelry designer. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Diane von Furstenberg, Kathy Griffin, and Nicole Stinson (my best friend). Who’s your favorite athlete? Right now, I’m loving Jacoby Jones and that touchdown dance. Who’s the funniest person alive? Kevin Hart. What’s a trend that you just don’t get? Pajamas in public. Deal breakers? Bad hygiene. You had me at . . . 6’5″!

Greg Tate
32, marketing manager, STX Lacrosse; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? I Can’t Accept Not Trying by Michael Jordan. TV Show? The Office. Movie? The Shawshank Redemption. Album? Bad by Michael Jackson. Food? Porterhouse steak. Celebrity dream date? Jessica Biel. Any phobias? Those genetically engineered sharks from that LL Cool J movie. What do you collect? Nikes. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Abraham Lincoln, Steve Jobs, and Marilyn Monroe. Who’s your favorite athlete? Bo Jackson. What’s a trend that you just don’t get? Ugh. Gangnam Style. What’s a perfect date? Duckpin bowling, then grabbing pizza and drinks at Johnny Rad’s. What’s your dream job? GM of the Ravens. You had me at . . . “Two Chaaaains!”

Morgan Adsit
29, sports anchor/reporter, WBFF; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? Living Wild by Bear Grylls. TV Show? Arrested Development. Movie? Tommy Boy. Album? Sigh No More by Mumford & Sons. Food? A lot of cheese. Celebrity dream date? Chris Hemsworth or Ryan Gosling. Any phobias? Ghosts that are children. Hidden talents? I’m a dog whisperer. What do you collect? LPs. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Mom, dad, and sister. I don’t get to see family as much as I would like. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . a career highlight to cover post-season baseball for the first time. Who’s the funniest person alive? Will Ferrell. He doesn’t have to say anything, and I’ll laugh. What’s a perfect date? Just be yourself. Too fancy terrifies me. You had me at . . . “Here’s the remote, you can watch what you want.”

Stefen Lovelace
27, senior account executive, IMRE; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien. TV Show? The Wire. Movie? The Sandlot. Album? Life After Death by The Notorious B.I.G. Food? Seafood. Celebrity dream date? Kate Upton. I’m a sucker for beautiful blonde models. Hidden talents? Singing karaoke. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I’m half-Jamaican. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Barack Obama, Martin Luther King Jr., and my father (passed away in 2011). My three heroes. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . I’m a Phillies fan, but I’ll always root hard for the O’s. Deal breakers? Treating others poorly. What’s your dream job? Owning an NBA team. You had me at . . . “Want to go see some live music?”

Justin Davis
28, managerial accountant, Social Security Administration; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . book? The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown. TV Show? Seinfeld. Movie? Die Hard. Album? Eliminator by ZZ Top. Food? Pizza. Celebrity dream date? Jessica Biel. Hidden talents? Dancing to any Michael Jackson song. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? Abraham Lincoln, John Wayne, and my future self. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . My grandmother passed away in November and she was a diehard Orioles fan. She got the sendoff she deserved, so the O’s hold a special place in my heart. What’s your dream job? Being a starter or marshal on a golf course. You win the Mega Millions. How do you spend it? I don’t. That’s how you end up broke in five years! I invest. You had me at . . . the moment you don’t care that I see you in sweatpants.

Frannie Guiou
36, contemporary market rep, Anheuser-Busch; divorced

If you were stranded on a desert island and you could bring one . . . TV Show? Does WJZ news count? Movie? Elf. Album? Supply and Demand by Amos Lee. Food? Gummy bears. Celebrity dream date? Mark Cuban. He’s powerful and smart. Hidden talents? I am the claw-machine master. What don’t you leave the house without? A great attitude and a little makeup. If you could invite three people to dinner, whom would they be? Jim Palmer, David Letterman, and Vince Vaughn. Would you date someone of an opposing political party? I do demand a certain amount of intelligence in a man. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . With over 51 dates (home and away) in 2012, the Orioles and I are, and always have been, in a serious, committed relationship. Deal breakers? Poor grammar and being rude. What’s your dream job? Being a mom or a soap-opera actress. You had me at . . . Bud Light, of course!

Lisa Wiederlight
43, director of development, American Breast Cancer Foundation; divorced, one son, 12

If you were stranded on a desert island and could only bring one . . . book? One Small Starfish by Anne Addison. TV Show? Sex and the City. Movie? St. Elmo’s Fire. Album? Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes by Social Distortion. Food? Anything Mediterranean. Celebrity dream date? Alex Pettyfer. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I recently rediscovered my love for basketball and play whenever I can with my trainer-friend. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? My grandmother, Norma, to check in, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Bill Clinton. My relationship to the 2012 Orioles was . . . Like a good aunt, I was proud of the team, but could not claim ownership. I was born in New York. Who’s the funniest person alive? Seth Meyers. What’s a perfect date? A walk to Federal Hill to see the sparkling lights of the city. Deal breakers? Intolerance. You had me at . . . “How about those Ravens!”

Kate Beck
37, events manager, Office of the President, The Johns Hopkins University; divorced, one daughter, 3

If you were stranded on a desert island and could only bring one . . . book? The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. TV Show? Sex and the City. Movie? Love Actually. Album? It’s Too Late to Stop Now by Van Morrison. Food? Shrimp and grits. Celebrity dream date? Adam Sandler circa Spanglish or Ryan Gosling circa anytime. Any phobias? The DMV. Hidden talents? Assembling Ikea furniture with few leftover pieces. What don’t you leave the house without? My optimism. What’s something about you not everyone knows? I used to be a private chef. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? The Dalai Lama, Chelsea Handler, and Oprah. Who’s your favorite athlete? My brother, who played football at Tufts. What’s a perfect date? A spontaneous road trip. Deal breakers? Super egos. You had me at . . . solid, unassuming moves on the dance floor.

Guy Cragwell
39, fitness trainer and nutritionist; never been married

If you were stranded on a desert island and could only bring one . . . book? How to Survive on a Deserted Island. TV Show? Family Guy. Movie? Star Wars. Album? Seal (1991). Food? My mom’s flying fish, the national fish of Barbados. Celebrity dream date? Jessica Biel. Any phobias? Speaking in front of large groups. Hidden talents? I can juggle. What do you collect? Watches. If you could invite any three people to dinner, whom would they be? President Obama, Martin Luther King Jr., and God. Who’s your favorite athlete? Probably Cal Ripken Jr. So down-to-earth and a legend! What’s a trend you just don’t get? Pants hanging off the butt. What’s a perfect date? Dinner at Cinghiale with laughs and flirting. Also a woman bringing me flowers for a change. Deal breakers? Dishonesty. You had me at . . . “You are the man of my dreams.”