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It’s actually quite logical, because it’s fun, relaxing, and allows you to share your thoughts. So join us for an Eet Mee dinner and see if you notice a difference. Research form the Oxford University in 2018  shows this. It’s actually quite logical, because it’s fun, relaxing, and allows you to share your thoughts. So join us for an Eet Mee dinner and see if you notice a difference.

Everyone with an Eet Mee account enjoys meeting new people. Just like you. As a dining host, you choose the guests who have registered for your dinner. When you join as a guest, it’s a surprise who else will be there. What you do know is that, just like you, they fit the profile of the dinner you applied for. The first time will probably be a bit nerve-wracking. The participants vary enormously: young, old, people with refugee backgrounds, students, expats. This diversity is precisely what appeals to many participants. And if it doesn’t work out, you’ll always have a story to tell.

People love meeting new people. They want to expand their social network, be new to the city, hear a different story, or enjoy a unique experience. We find that the dining table is the perfect place for this. After all, everyone has to eat.

Food also acts as a lubricant. For example, if someone has made a special family recipe, you immediately have a topic of conversation. But even a simple spaghetti meal can get people talking.

During an Eet Mee dinner, you’ll meet new people who fit the profile of the dinner. You might just click with someone during the dinner and decide to meet up again. This will then become a private contact. However, you’re not obligated to anything. You can also leave it at that dinner and eat with others again next time. It’s entirely up to you

As a dining host, you can choose to cover the cost of the meal, but you can also agree to share the costs or organise a “Bring Your Own” dinner. You can go as wild as you like, but you don’t have to go all out for a good meal. You decide what to make and how much you want to spend. It could be a three-course meal or a delicious pasta dish.

Are you a guest? Don’t forget to bring a small gift for the host or hostess. You can buy something, or do something personal, like bringing a beautiful flower from your garden or homemade jam. Do you enjoy singing? Then you can also sing a beautiful song.

And because Eet Mee relies on subsidies and donations, we hope you’ll consider supporting us with a small contribution after your meal.

Honestly, in all the years we’ve been matching, we’ve never had a bad experience. We only match with people who have an account with a valid email address and phone number. This is how we ensure your safety.

As you get older, you might not always feel like cooking for one person or eating alone. Or perhaps your social network has shrunk significantly over the years. As a senior, you can also participate in our Eat Along dinners. You can choose to dine with others your age, or choose not to. Create an account and complete your profile. Then you can organize dinners yourself or register as a guest.

As a senior, you can also become a “regular guest” at a nearby restaurant every month. It’s a win-win situation for everyone: diners enjoy hearing a different story and making a difference, and for guests, it’s a perfect way to enjoy a delicious meal and get to know people in the area—whether they’re a family, a couple, or an individual. If you’re interested, please call us or fill out the contact form, and we’ll contact you for an intake interview. We consider everyone’s wishes and abilities when matching.

We also match people with a refugee background. The dinners at home are a fun way to meet new people from the neighborhood and practice Dutch. If you want to improve your Dutch speaking skills, you can join the special “Taal Aan Tafel” theme group on our online “Eet Mee” platform. You will then be specially matched with a small group.

For refugees from Utrecht’s reception centers, we organize “Come & Eat.” They are invited by residents of Utrecht for a dinner at their home. Read more.

For refugees from Ukraine, we organise “Ukrainians For Dinner.” They are invited by residents of the Netherlands for a dinner at their home. Read more.

We use the donations to continuously improve our service and to promote Eet Mee. This way, we ensure that you can continue to organise dinners and enjoy them as a guest for many years to come.

We're so glad you're so enthusiastic! You can help us in several ways. For example, by spreading the word about Eet Mee (Eat With Us) in your community, posting about a fun dinner on social media, or sharing our posts. You can also publish an article in your local paper or in the Nextdoor app if you're a member. You can also put up posters and hand out flyers. We have all sorts of materials and materials you can use for this. Feel free to contact us.

No worries! You don’t have to be a top chef to host a dinner party. You probably have a few recipes that are always a hit. Cook something you’re good at and that makes you happy. A delicious stew, couscous, a savory pie, a tasty pasta dish—it’s all possible. And of course, you should also enjoy hosting and welcoming new people to your home. And remember: the meeting is key! Don’t forget to check beforehand if your guests have any dietary requirements or specific food allergies.

Perhaps you could read some of the experiences of others. This will give you an idea of ​​what it’s like to participate. You could also try it out sometime. Organise a dinner or join us as a guest for a meal. You’re not committed to anything afterward, but you’ll meet new people right away.

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