Anyone who knows Collin and Jo knows that the way to their hearts is good food, so it's no surprise that their first "date" was actually getting together and making a shepherd's pie. Their story isn't filled with love at first sight and romantic dates; Collin and Jo met at a time when they were intent on being single. Jo had just come out of a long relationship and Collin was planning on moving to Milwaukee for a 6 month work rotation. They met at a few gatherings with mutual friends and became fast friends, initially bonding over a love of all things food. As their friendship evolved they learned they had quite a bit in common - perhaps the most important being a desire to constantly learn and try new things. By the time Collin left for his work rotation in Milwaukee there was no denying that that Collin and Jo had grown fond of each other (despite their best efforts). A few trips to Milwaukee later, it became clear that they had a future with each other, and by the time Collin returned back to New York, they finally stopped denying that they were indeed "a couple."