(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Nicole Scherzinger and Drake have been spotted out on a date.

Global Grind reports that Nicole and the Take Care star enjoyed a romantic dinner at Hollywood eatery Cecconi last night.

The pair tried to avoid getting caught together by the paparazzi. Nicole left the restaurant first and Drake following shortly after.

The sighting comes almost a week after Nicole's split from Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton was reported.

The couple had been together for four years, but apparently decided to call time on their relationship due to work conflicts.

"Increasingly hectic schedules this year have meant limited face-to-face time," a source told British publication The Mirror. "They've probably spent more time on the phone or on Skype than they have in person."

However, Drake is not the first man Nicole has been linked to following the end of her relationship with Lewis.

The 33-year-old is also rumoured to be getting cosy with X Factor USA host Steve Jones.

The Welshman has reportedly been a strong source of support for Nicole.

"Nicole is crushed and has shed so many tears," an insider said. "Steve's been a shoulder to cry on and a real gent. They have become close and have met up outside the studio. He listens to her and makes her laugh." (C) Cover Media