About us
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
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Culinary Party 🛳 Annual Fall Overnight Party Cruise 2026
Smith Cove Cruise Terminal at Pier 91, 2001 W Garfield St, Seattle, wa, USYou're invited to the Fall sailing of the Annual Overnight Party Cruise! This is the reverse route of the Spring Overnighter on April 24th, departing from Seattle to Vancouver BC on the Holland Eurodam. For the price of a hotel room, get a cabin with meals, night clubs and other entertainment included - we don't call it a party for nothing! When we arrive in Vancouver, we'll spend some time enjoying the city before taking the late afternoon train back to Seattle. **Join the wait list **to be a part of this special HOSTED group cruise with special perks and hosted activities! ~Claudette
This is the last of 3 overnight cruises in 2026 and it's over a weekend! If you can't make this weekend, check out the list of other short PNW cruises we can also do as a group.
COST: Cabins start around $123 to up around $403 for a Suite.
WAITLIST DEPOSIT: $50 per person - FULLY REFUNDABLE
Reservations require payment when selected for a cabin.
TAXES AND REQUIRED FEES: $75.00
Rates and availability subject to change without notice.- - - See Complete details for cabin rates, hotels, transportation - - -
Why do a 1-night, 1-way cruise? It's the perfect way to sample a cruise for a mini getaway! Experience everything people love about cruising—great food, live entertainment, dancing, casinos, pools, hot tubs, and ocean views—all without taking a week off work. It's also a fantastic way to try cruising for the first time. Check out short videos on this YouTube playlist to see what all the buzz is about!
For those from the Vancouver BC area: Welcome to arrive in Seattle a day or more early to explore the area.
For those from the Seattle area: When we arrive in Vancouver, you can take the Amtrak train, a motorcoach, or a shuttle back to back Seattle later that afternoon. Or spend the day exploring Vancouver before heading home in the evening. Even if you've been there, there's still so much to experience.
On the cruise there are freshwater pools and hot tubs, a casino, live shows, bars, lounges, and night clubs along with unlimited delicious included meals, snacks, and room service options. Party or relax, it's all up to you! This is a fun way to meet and party with others in this and the other groups.
If you're arriving early or staying later, contact Claudette to book a hotel - a one-stop shop experience!
*** Passport, Enhanced Driver's License, or other travel documents required. ***
If you are not an Australian, Canadian, New Zealand, UK or US citizen, you may require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) to visit or transit Canada, must be obtained in advance. Processing times vary by citizenship and may take up to 45 days to process. Visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp for more information.TO BOOK: View complete details and join the waitlist or call Claudette at 206 486 2478 if you have questions.
This is a multi-group event, so attendance may be larger than the RSVP count shown here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked.
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17th Annual Multi-Meetup Spring Overnight Party Cruise 🛳 Vancouver to Seattle
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC, CAYou're invited to the 17th Annual Overnight Party cruises, 2027! We've been doing these 1-night repositioning cruises since 2010 and back for a series of 3 short PNW cruises this year (two overnight and one 3-night). 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 rates, perks and activities! ~Claudette
COST: Rates starting at $203 per cabin (Inside, as of 9/13/26 for 1 or 2 people), includes cabin, meals, onboard entertainment and extras noted below.
Upgrades available to Oceanview and Balcony cabins & Suites
TAXES AND CRUISE FEES: $75.00 per person, included- - - 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, Enhanced Driver's License, or other travel documents required. ***
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.
1 attendee
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