We hear often about all the lonely people. We also know that social engagement is one of the best things you can do for your health. A new app, Timeleft, connects you with other friend-seekers at a dinner table in hundreds of cities across the US, reports Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Whether you’re 30 or 70, live in Miami or New York City, like Thai food or plain old American, Timeleft matches you with a small group of strangers at a local restaurant.
You can engage in conversation about whatever suits your fancy. Everything’s on the table. Your work, your favorite restaurants, why you used the app. It’s not about dating specifically, but rather a way to build a network of friends or simply have dinner companions.
Timeleft has taken off since its founding in 2020 and is now in 275 cities. In Philadelphia, it sets up dinners for people each Wednesday based on a questionnaire they complete. On the day of the dinner, you learn a bit about your dinner mates, including where they are from, their work and their zodiac signs.
Timeleft picks the restaurants based on their cost and Google ratings. After the dinner, if people hit it off, they can continue connecting through Whats App. For sure, it’s a way to meet people you likely never would have met otherwise, without the pressure of being on a date with them.
Different strokes for different folks. Some people make new friends on sports teams or at clubs. And, some people are simply looking for company on a given evening. Whether you live in the city or you’re from out of town, you shouldn’t have to eat alone.
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