What we’re about
This is a group for social gatherings at chef's restaurants and private venues. The idea is to visit non-chain venues in the greater Seattle area--places that are family owned, focused, and dedicated to the art of food, not the commerce. Join us for good food, friends, and lively conservation over a dinner table.
Meet People Interested in Dining Out, cooking, baking or drinking in Seattle! Enjoy & share culinary talents with our 1700+ fellow foodies, gourmets, wine lovers, chefs and home cooks. Discover new restaurants, visit Food Festivals, grab some cheap eats, check out the latest foodie trucks, farmers markets, wine tastings & meet new foodie friends.
Let's broaden our horizons and get together for some themed potluck dining parties.
Please understand that the mission of this group is somewhat different from some of the other dining groups. While it's social, it will be organized around large "meet and greet"-style gatherings. Our events will range from very small (6) to med (~30) sized, and we will not visit corporate or chain restaurants.
We are food adventurers and committed supporters of the local food scene.
To promote the social side of things, please post a clear photo showing just you, showing your face clearly, w/o sun glasses, not a picture of your pet, your kid,s your friends, your back, or a flower, the beach, etc., and let us know at least your true first name. We also may limit or decline membership requests from Meetup members that have chosen to keep their bios and profiles private.
If you are joining as a couple, please include both your first names. Please note however: Meetup.com's RSVPs are geared to individuals, as +1s on the waiting lists always have lower priority than individuals (when seating is limited).
**You are responsible for all expenses when dining with us.
We hope you can join us for a fun filled foodie adventure.
Remember if you miss this event. You'll miss an awesome experience .
**We welcome new hosts to the group. PM me and I'll make you an organizer.
Meetup organizers/leaders are not experts. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were dining alone.
***As far as this event system goes, participation is voluntary and you attend at your own risk, and that Organizers are indemnified.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Culinary Party 🛳 14th Annual Multi-Meetup Spring Overnight CruiseCanada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Vancouver, BC
You're invited to the 1st of only 2 overnight cruises in 2024! We've been doing these 1-night repositioning cruises since 2010 and back for a series of 6 short PNW cruises this year. This overnight cruise is from Vancouver, BC to Seattle on the Holland Eurodam with meals and entertainment included all just for the price of a hotel room. Join us and book with the group for special perks and activities! ~Claudette
COST: Rates starting at $178 (Inside) per cabin (for 1 or 2 people), includes cabin, meals, onboard entertainment and extras noted below
Upgrades available starting at: Oceanview +$35, Balcony +120, Suite $220
DEPOSITS: $125 per person, final payment due February 18, 2024 (payments due upon booking after this date)
TAXES AND PORT FEES: $49.50 per person- - - See Complete details for cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
Why do a 1-night, 1-way cruise? Because they are fun and a great way to sample a cruise and do a quick getaway! Check out short videos on this YouTube playlist to see what all the buzz is about!
Welcome to take the Amtrak train or motorcoach/shuttles to head up a day early to explore Vancouver in the afternoon followed by a group dinner, or come up the day of the cruise.
On the cruise there are freshwater pools & hot tubs, casinos, shows, night club along with unlimited lunch, dinner, breakfast and snacks. We don't call it a party cruise for nothing! For those coming up early or staying later, get your hotel at special package rates via the Booking Form - a one-stop shop experience!
Passport or other travel documents required.
TO BOOK: Fill out booking form at http://bit.ly/May2024OvernightCruise or call Claudette at 206 486 2478
This is a multi-meetup event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked.
- Exclusive Hosted Cruise 🛳 7-Day Alaska Explorer w/ Extras ~ SPACE IS LIMITEDSmith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91, Seattle, WA
*** SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED! BOOK NOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT AND GET A $200 ONBOARD CABIN CREDIT. ENDS 2/29/24. ***
Explore Alaska - hike across a glacier, kayak off the coast, go whale watching on a zodiac, experience wildlife or no so wild at a dog sled training camp, enjoy fresh seafood from the source, learn about the local culture and so much more!
This is the 1st of 2 special curated Ensemble Hosted Alaska Cruises hosted by yours truly* this summer. At the same cost of booking the cruise on your own, book with this group and enjoy an exclusively hosted cocktail party and private curated shore excursion. You also have the option to bundle hotels with your package pre and post cruise, as well as excursions and air (if needed). ~Claudette
COST: Rates start at $2,273 per cabin. Any sales or promos will applied, even if not reflected here, yet)
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS FOR OUR GROUP: Services of an Ensemble Host, Private Cocktail Party, Private Curated Shore Excursion
HAVE IT ALL PROMO INCLUSIONS
Signature beverage package, US$200 Shore Excursion Credit, 1 Night Specialty Dining, Surf Wi-Fi
STANDARD INCLUSIONS: Stateroom, meals, onboard entertainment, internet, excursions and extras
DEPOSITS: $275 per person
PORTS: Seattle, WA · Stephens Passage, AK · Juneau, AK · Glacier Bay, AK · Icy Strait Point · Sitka, AK · Ketchikan, AK · Victoria, BC · Seattle, WA- - - See Complete details for cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
Set sail on the breathtaking Eurodam and experience the beauty of Alaska in the lap of luxury. Join us on this bucket list adventure, an unforgettable summer vacation cruise, where every moment promises adventure, relaxation, and the magic of discovery.
*** PASSPORT, ENHANCED DRIVER'S LICENSE, OR OTHER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED. ***
TO BOOK: Fill out the booking form or call Claudette at 206 486 2478
This is a multi-group event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked.Remember to review the full details at https://bit.ly/AlaskaCruise-7-13-24, especially for updated rates.
Love cruising? Ask how you can host similar cruises and/or cruise for just the taxes/port fee or free around the world!
- ENCORE! Exclusive Hosted Cruise 🛳 7-Day Alaska Explorer w/ ExtrasSmith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91, Seattle, WA
*** BOOK NOW TO GET A $200 ONBOARD CABIN CREDIT. ENDS 2/29/24. ***
Explore Alaska - hike across a glacier, kayak off the coast, go whale watching on a zodiac, experience wildlife or no so wild at a dog sled training camp, enjoy fresh seafood from the source, learn about the local culture and so much more!
This is the 2nd of 2 special curated Ensemble Hosted Alaska Cruises hosted by yours truly* this summer. At the same cost of booking the cruise on your own, book with this group and enjoy an exclusively hosted cocktail party and private curated shore excursion. You also have the option to bundle hotels with your package pre and post cruise, as well as excursions and air (if needed). ~Claudette
COST: Rates start at $2,093 per cabin. Any sales or promos will applied, even if not reflected here, yet)
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS FOR OUR GROUP: Services of an Ensemble Host, Private Cocktail Party, Private Curated Shore Excursion
HAVE IT ALL PROMO INCLUSIONS
Signature beverage package, US$200 Shore Excursion Credit, 1 Night Specialty Dining, Surf Wi-Fi
STANDARD INCLUSIONS: Stateroom, meals, onboard entertainment, internet, excursions and extras
DEPOSITS: $275 per person
PORTS: Seattle, WA · Stephens Passage, AK · Juneau, AK · Glacier Bay, AK · Icy Strait Point · Sitka, AK · Ketchikan, AK · Victoria, BC · Seattle, WA- - - See Complete details for cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
Set sail on the breathtaking Eurodam and experience the beauty of Alaska in the lap of luxury. Join us on this bucket list adventure, an unforgettable summer vacation cruise, where every moment promises adventure, relaxation, and the magic of discovery.
*** PASSPORT, ENHANCED DRIVER'S LICENSE, OR OTHER TRAVEL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED. ***
TO BOOK: Fill out the booking form or call Claudette at 206 486 2478
This is a multi-group event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked.Remember to review the full details at https://bit.ly/AlaskaCruise-8-10-24, especially for updated rates.
Love cruising? Ask how you can host similar cruises and/or cruise for just the taxes/port fee or free around the world!
- Labor Day 2-Night Culinary Cruise 🛳 Seattle - Victoria - VancouverSmith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91, Seattle, WA
You're invited to the 1st of only two 2-night cruises in 2024! This is great for those who want a short getaway, but want something longer than an overnighter. We've been doing these repositioning mini/sampler cruises since 2010 and back for a series of 6 short PNW cruises this year. This 2-night cruise is from Seattle to Vancouver, BC with a stop in Victoria on the Holland Westerdam with meals and entertainment included all just for the price of a hotel room. Join us and book with the group for special perks and activities! ~Claudette
COST: Rates starting at $174 (Inside) per cabin (for 1 or 2 people), includes cabin, meals, onboard entertainment and extras noted below
Upgrades available starting at: Oceanview +$23, Balcony +$96, Suite $344
DEPOSITS: $125 per person, final payment due June 18, 2024 (payments due upon booking after this date)
TAXES AND PORT FEES: $109 per person- - - See Complete details for cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
Why do a 2-night, 1-way cruise? Because they are fun and a great way to sample a cruise and do a quick getaway! Check out short videos on this YouTube playlist to see what all the buzz is about!
On Day 2 we have the whole day to explore Victoria. Even if you've been there, there's still so much to experience. When we return to Vancouver, you take the Amtrak train or motorcoach/shuttles to back in Seattle by the afternoon or take the day to enjoy new spots in Vancouver and head back in the evening.
On the cruise there are freshwater pools & hot tubs, casinos, shows, night club along with unlimited lunch, dinner, breakfast and snacks. We don't call it a party cruise for nothing! For those coming up early or staying later, get your hotel at special package rates via the Booking Form - a one-stop shop experience!
*** Passport, Enhanced Driver's License, or other travel documents required. ***
TO BOOK: Fill out the booking form or call Claudette at 206 486 2478
This is a multi-group event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked. Remember to review the full details, especially for updated rates.
