Picture this. A table for two, several men and you! The next time you head out for a date, don't limit yourself to one (date), when there are many to choose from.

Speed dating is all of the above and more. You sit across a table, talk to the man sitting opposite for like five minutes and then move on to another table where the process is repeated.

While speed dating might seem taxing, it can be a lot of fun too. Given your busy work schedule or simply the lack of men in your life, where and how else will you find so many men under one roof who can be a potential date? Think about it.

If blind dates are not your thing and personal ads sound a tad too cheesy, then speed dating is your best bet.

And Ketki should know. After all, she did judge a speed-dating event that was organised in Chennai recently.

Like most other things, speed dating too comes with its share of pros and cons.

The pros? You to get to meet numerous people at one go, an ideal situation when time is luxury. With a level playing field, numbers and contact information is exchanged through the organisers if both people want to get to know each other.

This way you can also let someone know that you are not interested and thus avoid direct confrontation.

Speed dating has its cons too. Imagine having to endure the company of a person you don't like or get off on the wrong foot with. You will have to put up with them till the bell rings and it is time for a change!

In the game of speed dating, first impressions are the only impressions that matter! So make sure you are on your best behaviour from when the clock starts ticking. But be warned, people will not always tell you who they really are and what they do!

Despite shows such as 'Sex and the City' featuring speed dating, it largely remains an exclusive event known to a few.