Ethnic Food Lovers of South Florida

Thanks for considering Ethnic Food Lovers of South Florida membership!

We're a diverse group of mostly singles and mostly those aged 55+, but everyone is welcome to join us at food and drink events across South Florida, from Pompano to West Palm Beach.

We come together for the joy of eating, drinking, making new friends, and sharing our travel and dining experiences.

There is an emphasis on positivity and gratefulness rather than on complaining and criticizing.

The group is a safe environment for all.

There is a zero tolerance for insulting, berating, disrespecting, or harassing others, whether they be waitstaff, event hosts, fellow members, or diners unrelated to the group.

We try not to rotate the same restaurants week after week, although admittedly, there are well-attended favorites that may be scheduled monthly.

There is never a group charge.

Our events fall into two categories: hosted restaurant events organized by me and others, and unhosted events that range from cooking classes to food festivals.

For the latter type, follow the link to purchase tickets for each event as soon as possible, as some of these events sell out quickly.

The group only lists these events, does not sponsor them, and depends on members to determine if each event is appropriate for them.

The only costs to you are associated with unhosted events that you choose to participate in, and of course, your food and drink at hosted events!

At hosted dinner events, we order entrees.

For breakfast and lunch events, we generally order what we wish, although ordering something significant, whether an omelet, salad, or a sandwich, will ensure that we’ll be welcomed back to the restaurant in the future.

Separate checks will always be issued wherever we eat.

We leave political and religious discussions to other meetup groups and our friends, neighbors, and family members outside the group.

We limit our phone use when we're together and focus on eating and socializing.

No-showing twice at hosted events entitles (former) members to a first-class ticket to Bannedville.

Chronic event sign-ups followed by chronic un-RSVPing is a frowned-upon practice.

You're sure to fit right in if you value civility, humor, and good conversation.

Bring a good appetite and your gift for gab.

Please also be sure to post your favorite ethnic eateries on our discussion page and enable all group messages.

You would NOT be a good fit for the group if you dislike making new friends, having positive conversations, or trying new cuisines.

Steve