Slow Food

Meet in the car park right at the end of Breen Drive at Dendy Park past the tennis courts. We’ll walk around Dendy Park, some do 1 lap, others 2. As the Dendy cafe is currently closed, we'll head to Rustica on Hampton st. for a coffee & chat Any concerns, don't hesitate to get in touch on 0409 219 524 - Gillian

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We’ll be hanging out in the Market Pavilion area, between Caffe Ducale and TODCO. It’s a great spot because it’s easy to find, there’s plenty of space, and you can come and go without it being awkward. Whether you’re looking to escape the house, take a break from chores, or just want some human interaction that isn’t a transaction—you’re welcome here. There’s no agenda. I’m new in town. Come as you are, stay for 10 mins out the whole hour.

Please join me for coffee and cake at Vanilla Lounge in Oakleigh. Vanilla is a favourite patisserie in the area with a wonderful range of cakes and pastries 🥮 perfect with a coffee or a cuppa! I look forward to meeting you there. Cheers Julie 🌸

**Join Cristina at Jamsheed Winery to learn her family’s secret dumpling recipe over a glass of wine and great conversation** TICKET: $85/pp Ticket link:[https://www.globalfoodsocial.com/event-details/atasteoftaiwandumplingssocial](https://www.globalfoodsocial.com/event-details/atasteoftaiwandumplingssocial) ###### **WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE** If you love dumplings and good wine, this one’s for you. Spend a sunny afternoon at Jamsheed Winery in Preston folding Taiwanese-style dumplings, sharing conversation and enjoying wine at your own pace, surrounded by people who simply love good food and good company. Your host Cristina will take you through her mum’s much-loved dumpling recipe — one that’s been folded, pleated and shared more times than she can count. You’ll get hands-on from the start, shaping your own dumplings and enjoying them hot from the pan once they’re cooked. This dumpling social is all about connection. You never know who you’ll end up beside, what you’ll bond over, or how the afternoon might unfold — and that’s the beauty of it. Come solo or bring a friend for an unforgettable experience! **WHAT YOU'LL GET** * An engaging dumpling-making session guided by Cristina Chang * Tasting of your handmade dumplings and a side of smashed cucumber salad * Recipe card to take home and keep the dumpling magic going * Fun games **MENU** Pan-fried Pork and Prawn Dumplings Wontons with Peanut Sauce and Chilli Smashed Cucumber Salad (Vegetarian/Dairy Free Options Available - please let us know at checkout) Note: Drinks and food from the Jamsheed Kitchen will be available to order on the night Limited tickets are available, so secure yours now for an unforgettable experience! TICKET: $85/pp Ticket link:[https://www.globalfoodsocial.com/event-details/atasteoftaiwandumplingssocial](https://www.globalfoodsocial.com/event-details/atasteoftaiwandumplingssocial)

**We’re back! 🚀** If you’re reading this, chances are you’re not just after small talk and swipes. We’re not products on a dating app. There are no algorithms here, just proper hellos and a bit of good old-fashioned eye contact. After some remodification, Slow Dating 2.0 is back after several requests! Thank you for your patience and support. It means a lot to us! 💞 If you never heard of us, no worries! We welcome new people and souls! 🐢 ### **💫 Who is this event for?** This session is thoughtfully curated for **singles aged 43–59**. We believe romance doesn’t belong to one age group — it evolves. With experience comes confidence, depth, emotional intelligence, and a clearer sense of what truly matters. This is dating for people who know themselves, value meaningful conversation, and are ready for connection that feels grounded and real. **GET YOUR TICKET HERE** 👉👉 👉**[YOUR TICKET](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/prepare-for-valentine-slow-dating-age-43-59-collingwood-sunday-registration-1980803426370?aff=oddtdtcreator)** 👈👈👈 ### **Venue Partner: Paradise Alley** We’re taking over one of Melbourne’s most **romantically lit and character-filled bars**. Think: * Warm, low lighting * Intimate lounge seating and cosy corners * A relaxed, slightly sexy atmosphere where conversations linger * Even a pool table in the background — casual, playful, unpretentious Paradise Alley feels like the kind of place where time slows down, guards come down, and genuine connection feels natural — not forced. Perfect for a Slow Dating experience. ### **So how does it work?** At slow dating events, you will have **more time AND multiple chances** to build some more connections with the ones you are interested in. **🍹 You can claim your welcome drink when you arrive.** **🗣 One-on-one rotations** to spark conversations with your handpicked matches. 🎴 **Conversation cards are provided if you need.** **🤙Private matching system**—no awkward rejections on the spot :) You will be notified of your matches afterwards. ### **💞 What we focus on at Slow Dating** 👥 **Intimate experiences** — limited numbers, because quality matters more than quantity 🎟️ **Unrushed dating** — the pace is slow, but tickets tend to go fast 💬 **Real conversations** — no pressure, no performance, just presence If you’re ready to step away from the apps and into something more human, this might just be your kind of afternoon.

Jason, Christie and Helen meet regularily mid-week to have ongoing fellowship with each other. We love this time to share personally, whether it's what is happening between us and God, or drawing eachother into the ups-and-downs of life and seeking God's prospective through eachother. We value this ongoing involvement with eachother and would like to welcome anyone that would also like fellowship. Location: Cairnlea, 3023 Address: Message me for the meeting address Bring: Nothing, just your selves!

ADDRESS: it is inside Mid City Centre, 200 Bourke Street, Old Street Hunan Restaurant 老街湘菜馆 I will be in front of the restaurant holding a MEETUP" sign from 6:30 to 6:35. Please update your RSVP. Please join our Facebook Group; the Link is attached here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/172BrZ4TKU/ Authentic Hunan Style Chinese food. 正宗传统湘菜，有回家的温馨感觉。 It's a very immersive eating environment, with all the popular street names hanging on the wall, very homely. It is my hometown food by the way. I can make some good suggestions, and we can share a few dishes together if you guys like. Organiser's fees组织者费用: free event. Please "Subscribe" and "Like" the group video. [https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0](https://youtu.be/qkLR5DalbFE?si=znCIeVXE7wCPHhT0) We will wait outside the restaurant for 5 minutes, and will be seated inside after 6:35 pm with a Meetup sign on our table. Booking under "June". Please inform us in the comments if you are late. 我们在餐馆外聊聊天等5分钟，6:35pm准时开始点菜。如果迟到，请务必在评论栏里留言告知, 可以去餐馆里面找我们， 我们的桌上放一个Meetup sign。

From the highly-successful Smith & Daughters is this amazingly tasty spin-off lunch bar! More options than you can poke a stick at, and it's all very punny! :-) This meetup is a picnic! So we'll meet, grab food, and eat it in a park nearby.

Our group, KIND MEALS, will be picking up the tab for pizzas, at MIKEY'S LATE NIGHT SLICE, on Sunday, February 8th from 12-2pm. We will be trying out MIKEY'S Vegan Fake-ass BBQ Chick'n pizza and Vegan Fake-ass Pepperoni pizza, as well as some other special vegan pizzas that are served there. All the vegan pizzas are covered with Selfish Cow vegan cheese. The pizza is free, drinks on your own. Join us to learn more about **[KIND MEALS](https://kindmealscolumbus.org)** (a 501c3 nonprofit organization based in Cols. Ohio, providing hunger relief services to those in need). All of the food we serve is fresh and vegan! If you love working with community, being of service, looking to hang with some fun like-minded people, and just love to socialize on a Sunday afternoon, join us for some FREE vegan pizzas at MIKEY'S LATE NIGHT on 4th and Main. Mikey said the more the merrier!

Start the year surrounded by Love From the Earth—with delicious vegan eats, sweet treats, artisan goods, and a chance to win one of our raffle baskets filled with plant-based goodies. Support small businesses, enjoy great food, and spend a cozy day with the community. We will reserve a table for this group if there is enough interest. Just comment "interest" below. Don’t miss out—see you there! Check [event page](https://www.facebook.com/events/893838639773267/) for a vendor list.

Join us every 3rd Sunday of the month right after the Sunday Service for our Potluck Fellowship — a warm and welcoming time to connect, share, and celebrate community together! Bring your favorite dish to share (homemade or store-bought — all are welcome) and enjoy a delicious meal with friends old and new. It’s a wonderful opportunity to relax, laugh, and deepen your connections. Come hungry for good food, uplifting conversation, and heartfelt fellowship!

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Paris Baguette](https://parisbaguette.com/locations/oh/columbus/3969-merchants-row/)!

Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!