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What

A relaxed dim sum lunch at my family’s longtime favorite restaurant. This is a casual, low-pressure meetup designed for people who feel socially anxious or who prefer quieter, more natural conversation.

Why this works well for socially anxious folks
• It’s okay to listen more than talk
• You can focus on the food if you need a break
• Small group, seated setting — no loud bars, no standing around

Where

Royal Seafood Restaurant
103 Mott Street, Chinatown

When

đź—“ January 3
⏰ 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Cost

đź’µ Approximately $20 per person
(shared dishes, ordered family-style)

Who should come

• People who feel socially anxious but still want gentle, real interaction
• Anyone who prefers calm, grounded environments over loud or high-energy meetups
• People curious about becoming more socially comfortable without “performing”

What to expect

• Ordering and sharing dim sum together
• Light, optional conversation
• No pressure to stay for the full two hours
• Completely okay to be quiet, awkward, or just enjoy the food

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Dim sum lunch meetup for socially anxious folks seeking calm, small-group conversation and shared dishes to build comfort with social interaction.

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