My Transformative Salon Groups have been happening for about 6 years in the SF Bay, New York/Brooklyn, and the Boston Area. They are currently back in the SF Bay. They are best describes as the optimal best of three worlds: Classroom/book club, group counseling, and ideal dinner party. They are less heady and conceptual than classrooms, less emotional and affective than group counseling, and unlike most dinner parties we all stay connected during the entire group rather than splitting off into t …

A fun, casual atmosphere where you can meet some new friends, and learn a few new recipes. I hold cooking class/dinner parties once or twice a month on Wednesday or Thursday evenings in the Mission district in San Francisco. I demonstrate and prepare a delicious meal, and afterwards you get to eat it! Lots of tips, techniques and secrets will be shared throughout. Classes are limited to 6 people. Fee is $40 - $50 per person depending on the menu, and includes a light appetizer, glass of wine, an …

… If you have attended at least 2 dinners and are interested in co-hosting an event, please shoot me an email. Of course, anyone is welcome to suggest a new restaurant or outing using the "suggest a meetup" feature.   *If for any reason I believe a member is acting in a way that is not in keeping with a fun, friendly and open atmosphere for the other members of this group, I reserve the right to remove that girl from this group.* ------------------------------------------------------------------ …

Hi ladies! I am new to the area and am looking to form fun and lasting friendships with intelligent, strong, positive and sassy women. You know who you are! Ones who can hold their own in a world of men while rocking the heels. If you enjoy wine tasting, movie nights, baking, happy hour, shopping, weekend trips and a plethora of girly things ... then you should definitely join the group! Significant others are most definitely welcome to couple nights! I love dinner parties (an excuse to drink wi …

… potluck dinner parties (your place got space? cook it & then bring it!) outdoors Bar B-Que picnics (the BACC large-group event!) group field trips (cooking classes, dining out specials, regional foodie events, etc...) cooking demonstrations by 'Chez Louis' (or, uuh...well, by somebody professional!) interesting taste-specific events (exotic fruit, chocolates & cheese anyone?) Volunteering at special events! (holidays are great for sharing what we like to do!)    The Bay Area Creative Cooking (B …

We do all sorts of fun events in the Bay Area. From beach parties and hikes to weekend camping trips there is something for everyone. We even do big international trips from time to time! All are welcome and we hope to see you on an adventure soon!

We are a group of kind, mindful people who enjoy simple pleasures such as the company of friends. We will get together for indoor fun such as movies, board games, party games, Wii, dinner parties, and the like. I'm open to suggestions for events.

Join our local dining society with fellow food-lovers in the Bay Area! Meet friends, discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals and satisfying conversation with friendly dinner companions. We strive for a friendly easygoing dining experience with cordial and intimate dinner conversations between members. We welcome members to participate in recommending new restaurants and venues, and encourage everyone to help to organize events and contribute to our community. Please RSVP early, since op …

Wouldn't it be great to discover authentic and delicious food made by your local community? We think so! Grubalicious is a private dining club that features everyday chefs and their signature dishes. I've you'd like to sign up to be a local chef and host a dinner, drop me a note!  Big or small, any event, your call!  Grubalicious offers a terrific way to meet new and interesting people, share food with friends and meet the face behind your meal. Dinners are kept relatively small and intimate and …

This group is to create a community of people who love food and wines. The Rockridge area is full of wonderful places to dine.  We will gather to explore these places in our neighborhood.  

… There will be a hands-on class and followed by dinner. The instruction's professional but we're pretty casual. By the way her name is Jackie. She's trained in Italy, a food professional and has been trained by various chefs in Northern California. My name is Mike and we’ll be doing our best to offer good instruction and fun times for the culinary addict. ... Looking forward to having fun with food!!!

If you are absolutely obsessed with wine and chocolate than you gotta check out the events we do! When appeasing your cravings for chocolate & wine look no further. Chocolate Walks, wine tours, tastings, dinners (chocolate & wine themed), wine hikes, chocolate factory tours, chocolate and wine picnics and more! Let's embrace our love of chocolate and wine together! CHINE!

Professional & committed gay couple looking for other gay & lesbian couples to host once a month pot luck dinners. Possibly expanding to outings, i.e. wine tasting, exploring the Bay Area and all it has to offer. We would be able to host the first event and let's see what develops. We love our straight friends, but would like to develop friendships and a sense of our own gay community here in this area. Contact danychan@comcast.net with ideas and a little about yourself. This would be a great wa …

Meal Swap provides tremendous time and financial savings, and simplified trips to the grocery store. But high on the list of benefits is that even in the midst of sometimes hectic days, you will no longer stress about what to make for dinner! You will save money on groceries because items can be bought in bulk and there is much less food waste.

This meetup is for people who like to cook, eat, share food and conversation. If you love cooking and sharing with others, this is for you! Everyone brings a home-cooked dish or a beverage to share.    

A warm WELCOME to all of you who are new to The Sage Table, where we focus on seasonal, organic, healthful, wholesome, nourishing food that tastes fresh and delicious. There is great energy brewing around home cooking these days, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity in my classes to teach you to cook delicious, nourishing food and to share with you my passion and knowledge that I have gained after more than 20 years of cooking. I am ever more aware of the important role that home cooki …