From left to right: Lina Quintero, Jesse Olmedo, Patricia Garrity, Denny Teufel, Lindsey VandenBosch
Lina Quintero, 30
This interior designer and owner of Design Chick likes a manicure as much as the next gal—but she is also down with tacos and beer. And even with Quintero’s hectic schedule (she does split her time between the Valley and New York City, after all), she still makes time for working out, reading, going to the movies and exploring other cultures.
What do you seek in a partner? “I don’t need a man to offer me the moon and the stars. Simply, I’m looking for an equal partner who, like me, is independent and self-sufficient. I’ve always wanted to be a part of a power couple!”
Who is your celebrity crush? “Currently, I have two celebrity crushes. The first is Jon Hamm. He seems like a man’s man yet soft enough for a woman. My second celebrity crush is on Jason Sudeikis. There’s nothing sexier than a funny, confident guy.”
Jesse Olmedo, 37
Though this Valley dermatologist loves to jet to far-off places like Bali and Malaysia, Olmedo is just as happy leisurely sipping wines throughout Napa or enjoying some r-n-r in Santa Fe. You’ll also find this foodie
sampling local ethnic restaurants any night of the week—from pho to tandoori. Olmedo’s spare-time pursuits include hiking, scuba diving, snowboarding, cooking, billiards, chess and gardening.
What is your dream date? “My dream date would entail a trip to San Francisco for a helicopter ride over the city followed by cooking lessons at the Mandarin Oriental then a romantic stroll along the pier.”
Do you hope to get married one day? “Absolutely. I have been blessed with an amazing life, and I want to share that with someone special. I want ‘remember when’ to mean something. I’ll touch many more hearts and minds with my wife by my side.”
Patricia Garrity
In the business of selling real estate, every day is different, a new adventure. That might be one reason why Garrity chose that as her line of work: she likes the spontaneity. (Optimism, loyalty and honesty are some of her other top traits.) She names George Clooney as her celebrity crush and would love to be swept away to Paris for a day of fun and a quiet dinner.
What do you seek in a partner? “Someone who is fun, thoughtful of myself and others, loyal and honest.”
Who was your first love? “His name was Mark, and we met on a swim team when we were in grade school.”
Denny Teufel, 65
After years of hard work and raising his lovely family (he is also a doting grandpa), Teufel savors having the time to enjoy golf and tennis, adventure travel and quiet nights at home reading. He recalls having a fire on the beach, followed by a night swim and drifting to sleep under the stars as one of his most romantic dates and would love to jet a partner to San Francisco for dinner and a play.
Who was your first love? “First puppy love was in junior high, and we’re still in touch. Now, hoping to find the ‘last’ love of my life!”
What can you offer a potential mate? “I’m monogamous and dedicated to the one I love unconditionally. I’m giving to a fault, respectful, a gentleman, reliable, healthy, fun and have a financially secure lifestyle. If it’s who gets the last scoop of Häagen-Dazs, it would be you.”
Lindsey VandenBosch, 33
Though family comes first for this stay-at-home mom of three, VandenBosch also tries to make her dent in the world via philanthropic work. Just as she instills in her children, VandenBosch lives each day to the fullest (some of her favorite pastimes are tennis, hot yoga and cooking) and desires a partner who shares her same zest for life—and its precious little moments.
Who was your first love? “My kindergarten teacher, Mr. Michaelson. I loved him! He always gave the best compliments, had the best smile. My second first love was a black patent leather pair of Mary Janes. My love affair with shoes will never end. Just ask my girlfriends!”
Do you hope to get married? “Definitely! I loved being a part of a couple and look forward to having a full and loving family again.”
