Foodies + New Friends: Virginia Beach | Benefit for The Water Project at The Rustic Spoon – Virginia Beach, VA

More Than a Meetup ?? Giving back to others is a core part of our business philosophy, and one way we give back is by making a monthly donations to The Water Project. Read more about their mission and join us in giving at thewaterproject.org. ?? We are proud to support international cleanwateraccess through our donations.

Hop off Eventbrite to become a monthly member on our official site, Foodies + New Friends. This page is to become part of a group, not to sign up for an individual date. Sign up there for portion of monthly memberships are donated to local food banks. Everytime you join a table, we support a family by putting dinner on theirs!

These outings are intended to help people make friends. These are not dating gatherings. ????? ?????

Our pages are set to $USD ??

These dinners are not directly associated with the restaurants, but are simply based on a table reservation via Opentable or Resy or other reservation platforms. The pin ?? on the map is our pre-selected restaurant but it may change per registrants' questionnaires. Locations are decided upon after coordinating with the group.

Check out our feature in Eventbrite's 2025 TRNDS report about embracing the micro-event trend.

Email us at ermantourageimpact@gmail.com for info prior to signing up if you'd like, or for partnerships, or to add your business to our restaurant roster!
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Every Event Includes…

?? Thoughtfully Curated Seating

You’re not randomly placed.

Every table is intentionally arranged to create engaging conversation and help people feel included.

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?? Signature Icebreakers

No awkward introductions.

Each table receives beautifully designed question cards that naturally get everyone talking.

Questions range from funny…

“What’s the most spontaneous thing you’ve ever done?”

…to meaningful…

“What’s something you’ve always wanted to learn?”

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??? Shared Dining Experience

Relax.

Eat.

Laugh.

Tell stories.

No speeches.

No pressure.

Just conversation.

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?? The Wrap-up

Every gathering ends with a fun five-minute activity.

The goal is simple:

End the evening with laughter.

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?? Memory Moment

Everyone is invited to gather for a group photo.

If everyone agrees, it becomes part of your city’s community gallery inside the app.

It’s a reminder that strangers became acquaintances—and sometimes friends.

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?? Stay Connected

After the event, attendees can choose whether they’d like to keep in touch through the app.

No pressure.

Just an easy way to reconnect if the feeling is mutual.

Coverage ??
Cincinnati Magazine interview

Good Morning Washington interview

Here’s our feature on Fox 11 Los Angeles!

Check out our feature in Nashville news station Fox 17

Lewiston, Maine News

*Your registration does not include your individual food and drink purchases. A paid ticket simply makes you more committed to actually showing up, supports our team's endeavors, and contributes to the featured nonprofit.

*If you sign up the day of, there's a risk of already reaching our maximum attendees for the night, or not having enough interest to move forward with a table reservation. Simply email ermantourageimpact@gmail.com for info prior to signing up if you'd like.

Our vision is simple: we take the no gimmicks approach to networking. No need for yet another app to take up space on your phone - just four walls and a roof and good food for people to connect :) We coordinate with you directly, human-to-human. ??

Brought to you by event series Ermantourage. Please follow on IG:

@ermantourage

@thecomeunityproject

@foodiesandnewfriends

Check out our newest endeavor TheComeunityProject.com and see how we use our platform to help families in need. Campaigns include family medical emergencies, bucket lists, and more.

Testimonials??

"It was so great! I will share pictures of food and if you need anywhere to share the experience! You did it better than AI! All of us were from different parts of the world, somehow having similar interests even though the age was different. Super cozy and friendly and amazing. We had one birthday (Persephone) so we gave her a cake!Thanks for hosting and looking forward to more events!" -Korina from Munich

"Hey, just wanted to give an update months later. I ended up forming a long term friend from this event and am very grateful. Thank you for helping set it up!" - Daritza from Austin

“It was a great event, Erman - thanks -- great group, friendly environment, and a really good way to be introduced to people.... “ - Ron from NYC, dinner with creatives edition

“The organizers did a great job coordinating this event. It was a great selection of people, good vibes all around, and such a fun time. Perfect if you’re looking to connect and make new friends!” -Eden from Los Angeles

“I went in not knowing what to expect, but this ended up being such a great experience. The group was fun and easy to connect with, and the overall vibe felt very natural, not forced or awkward at all. We had great conversations, lots of laughs, and I genuinely enjoyed meeting everyone. We’ve even stayed in touch and plan to meet up again, which says a lot. Would absolutely do this again.” -Claudia from Miami

“I’m glad to say that the events that Erman and his team have put together have surpassed my expectations! I’m also satisfied with how well they have been curated towards my interests and schedule. The uniqueness of these experiences have been much more enjoyable than I could’ve imagined!” -Michael D. from Virginia Beach