Foodies + New Friends: Charlotte | Giving Back Edition (While We Still Can) at Brasserie Copain – Charlotte, NC

More Than a Meetup Giving back to others is a core part of our business philosophy.

But these dinner meetups are about more than bringing people together.

Your reservation also helps us do something meaningful for someone else. A portion of revenue generated through our dinner experiences helps fund While We Still Can, our new impact video series we're working on about real people, families, and small businesses facing a difficult season—or carrying a dream they haven’t been able to make happen.

Each episode introduces us to someone and gives us the chance to really get to know them: who they are, what they’re going through, what matters most to them, and what could make life a little better right now.

Then we do something about it. Sometimes that means helping relieve a burden—a car repair, groceries, travel to see a sick loved one, or assistance for a struggling family or small business. Other times, it’s about helping make a meaningful memory or dream possible while there’s still time.

We’re not trying to solve someone’s entire life with a giant check. We’re looking for one meaningful thing we can make a little easier, a little better, or finally possible.

Revenue from experiences like this helps us produce these stories and, more importantly, provide the actual relief, experiences, opportunities, and memories at the heart of them.

ABOUT THE DINNERS

After you sign up, expect a welcoming email from us. If you do not get one within five minutes of signing up, please contact ermantourageimpact@gmail.com.

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. These gatherings are not directly associated with the restaurant but are simply based on online reservations via Opentable, Resy, or other reservation platforms.

*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 our giving back project.

Each dinner aims to have groups of 4-6 diners.

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

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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!

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…

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 our series' community gallery.

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

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

*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.

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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