It all starts with thoughtful vetting.
This community was built on a dire need. The need for a vetted community curated for accomplished yet grounded professionals age 35-55 who love great restaurants and international travel - regardless of their relationship status.
We were tired of going to events, dinners, and members clubs, only to find ourselves spending most of the night searching for the handful of people we actually connected with. We wanted to meet people who genuinely loved great restaurants, traveled often, had interesting careers, and were in a similar stage of life.
We were not looking for another crowd in their late 20s, and places like Soho House and Zero Bond never really felt like our style. We wanted something more thoughtful. More grounded. More aligned with the kind of people we naturally gravitate toward: ambitious but not flashy, successful but still warm, curious, engaging, and genuinely interested in food, travel, culture, and meaningful conversation.
We were tired of sifting through room after room of people just to find the ones who felt like our kind of people.
So we built it.
To ensure community alignment, every application is reviewed by a human. We don’t rely on AI and we do not have a path for members to join simply because they can afford to. We organically accept only approximately 25% of applicants, as a commitment to our members desire to find lasting, meaningful connections with others who are like minded.
This was built for people who want meaningful relationships with people who truly fit into their lives — for friendship, love, business, and everything in between.
Who Is It For?
This membership works best for people who are proactive and value in-person connection. Our members are established in their lives and careers, curious, and comfortable reaching out to make plans — for friends, dating, or business.
Most already have active social lives and simply want to expand their circles with peers who share similar interests, values, and life stages. The community is most rewarding for those who participate actively rather than passively observe, and for those who genuinely love great food and restaurants.
How much does membership cost?
Membership is $1,500 annually and auto renews each year. Renewal may be disabled at any time to avoid the next billing cycle. All membership fees are non-refundable for any reason. Dinners and events incur an additional separate cost.
What does membership include?
Exclusive access to our members only platform - of 100% vetted members
Access to browse members in any city - there are no tiered memberships
Unlimited direct introductions upon request - from VETTED admins
Access to our annual flagship in person members only event - designed to bring the entire vetted community together in one location
Invitation to attend any bonus events that we host - in any city
Member perks and brand offers from high-end brands that align with our community’s lifestyle.
Is there an income requirement to join?
There is NO income requirement to join as we review each application holistically with overall fit prioritized. That being said, our members typically earn $200-250k+ annually. This tends to align with the dining and travel budgets common within the community and the level of experiences they seek.
How does it work?
1 | Apply & get reviewed by a human
Every application is personally reviewed for professionalism, alignment, and overall fit. We do not use AI to review applications. We accept approximately 25% of applicants. Decisions are sent within 7–10 business days.
2 | Access our private members-only directory
Once accepted, you’ll be granted access to our private LinkedIn member group. Browse profiles as you wish, reach out directly to members you see fit, and check out any bonus in person events we are hosting.
3 | Request unlimited introductions
See someone interesting and don’t want to have to send a message on your own? Ask us. We make unlimited direct introductions when there's mutual interest. No algorithms. No swiping. Just a real human introduction — making meeting each other easier. Since the community is highly curated, members are generally comfortable connecting right away and do not have an automatic wall of suspicion up (as with other platforms).
4 | Meet in person — on your own schedule
Members connect online first and meet in person on their own terms — often over great food at restaurants they haven’t been able to get their current group to go to.
To support online connections we host an annual all-members gathering once per year and we host occasional bonus in person events in cities where we see very strong engagement.