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In vino veritas<\/em>, as the old saying goes. Meetup groups all over the globe are taking this sage advice and adding another bit of wisdom: in food, friendship! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, there are more than 2.5 million members taking part in over 2,300 broadly categorized  \u201cFoodie\u201d groups. There are communities organized around craft beer, international cuisine, home cooking, low-key coffee snobbery, vegan dining, and everything in between. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from all the delicious food and drink at your fingertips, the main benefit of joining a group dedicated to gastronomy is the ease of exploration and connection. Sparking a new friendship is always easier when a common interest provides a fun backdrop for conversation. And what interest is more common than a love of eating and drinking delicious things? Plus, you can really get to know a city\u2019s culture by trying new restaurants, caf\u00e9s, bars, and some favorite under-the-radar haunts with locals.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So check out the huge variety of food and drink groups, and broaden your palate by joining an awesome event happening near you<\/a>.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Restaurant groups on Meetup <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These communities seek out delicious full meals at the coolest establishments in town. Some, like The World Food Lover’s Dining Out Group<\/a>, have a specific theme. This NYC Meetup of nearly 1,300 members values diversity, and takes advantage of the cosmopolitan offerings of New York by eating dishes from a huge array of world cultures. They\u2019ve tried everything from Malaysian and Nepali cuisine to Romanian, Uzbek, and Azerbaijani fare.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could also meet fellow serious gourmands through a group like Elegant Dining for Singles<\/a> in Los Angeles. With nearly 550 members, this community offers gourmet experiences that provide an enchanting backdrop for sparking new connections.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brunch groups <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not breakfast. It\u2019s not lunch. It\u2019s that pure magic in between. You can find Meetup groups devoted to this special meal, like the Ladies Who Brunch<\/a> in Atlanta, as well as groups who include occasional brunches among their regular activities, like the outdoorsy<\/a> Let\u2019s Go Adventures<\/a> in Denver.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Craft beer and wine groups <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you enjoy the finer things in life, these are your people! Craft beer connoisseurs use Meetup to get together and appreciate bold, beautiful brews, from  Queers and Beers<\/a> in Seattle to the Craft Beer Lovers of Austin<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fans of cabernet and sauvignon can explore new and exciting varietals with communities like Grapes & Gusto Charleston Wine Meetup Group<\/a> or Wine, Dine & Sunshine in Miami.<\/a>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Caf\u00e9 groups  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re after the richest espresso, the perfect pastry, or just a cozy haunt to work and chill, communities like Georgia Foodies | Restaurants & Cafe Meetup Group<\/a> have got you covered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other groups, like Taiwan Caf\u00e9: Culture, Food, and Meaningful Conversations<\/a>, use the caf\u00e9 as a warm and approachable backdrop for deeper connection. In this case, the San Francisco-based group of more than 400 members gathers to meet fellow global citizens, encourage the cross-pollination of ideas, and create a profound cultural exchange.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Groups that mix food and drink with fun activities  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Plenty of foodie groups share other interests, too. For example, if you live in Portland, you could work on crafts with other artisans who love a good pint by joining a Pints & Crafts<\/a>, or sample different local breweries after rock climbing with Boulders and Beers<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some communities turn food into the activity itself, like Eat the Neighborhood: Chicagoland Foraging Tours<\/a>, a Meetup group of more than 600 members who follow a professional foraging guide throughout Chicago\u2019s neighborhoods<\/a> and parks to teach people about nature’s bounty right in their own backyards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can even try creating your own delicacies with a group like North Dallas Fermentation Enthusiasts<\/a>. These 800 members see fermentation as part science, part art form, and part magic. They host classes on everything from home-brewing ginger beer to making kimchi, pickles, yogurt, and kombucha.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find your own foodie inspiration <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If any of these groups appeal to you, but you don\u2019t see one like it in your area, you can easily create your own Meetup group<\/a> and invite others who share your taste to join.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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