Brooke had a first date rule: plans could be made for drinks or coffee, but definitely not for dinner. You simply can't commit to spending that many hours with someone you've never met! Bryan loves bourbon, so they decided to meet at Foundation (strictly for booze, of course). Bryan ordered the Jefferson's Chef's Collaboration, neat. Brooke ordered some craft cocktail (we're sure it was delicious). The usual first date banter ensued. After a couple of hours the two realized they could stand each other's company (they even liked it!), so Bryan suggested grabbing a late dinner at Bida Manda (which happens to be one of Brooke's favorite Raleigh restaurants). The evening had been going so well that Brooke jumped at the opportunity to share a meal with him. It turned out to be the start of a beautiful thing!