The Loneliness Struggle
In a city that can often feel isolating, we understand the loneliness struggle. Sure, there are interesting things to do here in Victoria. But finding something deeper than a fleeting connection can feel impossible. That is why we created The Friendly Table Supper Club - intimate dinners designed to foster and deepen meaningful connection. We're inviting small groups of 6 people to a series of intimate dinners here in Victoria. Our social events are designed to help you meet new people, make new friends and create a community in greater Victoria.
The Friendly Table is more than an event, it is your gateway to fostering authentic friendships here in Victoria.
So I'm Supposed To Go To A Stranger's House for Dinner?
In short... yes. Staying in someone's home on vacation probably sounded unhinged when it was introduced. So did getting into a stranger's car for a ride. But now we all use AirBnb and Uber. We believe that a little trust in humanity can lead to wonderful things.
At-home dinners add the intimacy required to build meaningful relationships. Let's gather around the dinner table, share a meal together and make new friendships.
Simple Steps to Transform Your Evenings
1) Send an email below to register for the next dinner
2) Fill out the questionnaire for a tailored experience
3) Prepare for the magic of good people and good food!
Meet Your Host
After moving from Ontario to Vancouver, Vancouver to Victoria all within 2 years, Val is no stranger to the challenge of making new friends. Having cultivated a wonderful friend group in Vancouver, her deep love of nature and slow living led her to the Island.
There is nothing Val loves more than cooking for people and making them feel seen and loved (just ask her well-fed friends). Her greatest desire is to cultivate a space where everyone feels welcomed to be their truest selves. That is why we make an effort to create an intimate, inclusive space at every dinner - meaning meals are gluten free, meat-free and open to adjusting for dietary restrictions.
When she is not cooking for loved ones, you'll find Val in the woods, sending long voice notes, and hugging any dog who will let her. She will probably ask you what time you were born.
Join Our Next Event!
Our next Supper Club will be held on:
May 25th 2024
Time: 6:30 pm
Fairfield neighbourhood (address sent after registration)
Cost: $30
How Does It Work?
When you sign up to attend The Friendly Table's next supper club, you'll receive a short questionnaire. Based on your answers, we will place you into a group with people who match your interests and dietary preferences.
We want to honour the vulnerability and courage it takes to sign up for our Supper Club. That is why we make every effort to make an inclusive, intimate evening. Dinners are limited to 6 guests, and menus are gluten and meat free. Use the contact form below to send an email to sign up for the next Supper Club. Once you've paid, our host will send you the location and menu.
Why Are The Meals Gluten Free and Meat Free?
Good question! You're smart, we already like you.
At The Friendly Table we know that food has the power to bring people together. And it's not right for people to be excluded just because of their dietary preference. We don't want something like a food allergy to get in the way of making meaningful connections. It is important to us to be inclusive for all people who want to make new friends, so we plan our menus to make it as accessible as possible. Delicious food, great friendships, without the barriers.
