DishCourse

12/18/2024

what a year! After hosting dozens of events for hundreds of people in Charlotte, there’s a lot to look forward to in 2025. While we have been on holiday break, we’re behind the scenes planning great things for the next year. ✨ Part of our planning process is hearing from you! We invite you to take our 2025 survey… So tell us what you want out of DishCourse events in the new year. We can’t wait to hear from you and see you back at the table soon! 💛

The survey link is at https://linktr.ee/dishcourse 📝

11/20/2024

Friendsgiving 2024! ✅ Thank you so much to everyone who joined us last night. It was an absolute blast. And of course, a huge shout out to our partners at for the beautiful space and special Thanksgiving-themed menu they provided. 💛 Already so excited for next year! Speaking of… that’s a wrap on official 2024 events. 😱 We’ll be hosting a DishCourse Christmas/ Holiday party in December, with regular events resuming in January. We’ll let you know when the calendar is ready and when tickets drop (early December 😉). See you soon, DishCourse fam!

11/19/2024

Friendsgiving is tomorrow! It’s your last chance to grab tickets — save 10% by using code “lastchance10” at checkout.

We have a great group of guests already signed up. Don’t miss your opportunity to meet new friends and share an amazing meal. Details and tickets are on our website. See you there! 👋

11/12/2024

Celebrate Friendsgiving with DishCourse and Workman’s Friend on Tuesday, November 19th, at 7 PM. It’s going to be a night of great food, fun activities, and genuine connections!

Here’s what’s happening:

🫶 Small Table Seating: You’ll sit with a smaller group for easy conversation, but still have time to mingle with everyone by night’s end.

🍽️ 3-Course Meal: Enjoy shared appetizers, your choice of entree (including a Thanksgiving feast platter!), and a sweet dessert.

✨ Activities: We’ll have table games and icebreakers so you can easily connect with new friends.

🎁 Gift: Every guest will take home a handmade candle to remember the night!
Spots are limited, so grab your ticket now and join us for a memorable Friendsgiving!

How to join us: Tickets are available at www.dish-course.com 👉 link is also in our bio. See you there!

11/02/2024

✨ You’re invited to Friendsgiving ✨

Join us Nov 19th at 7 PM at for a night of great food, cozy vibes, and real connections. Your ticket includes a full 3-course meal!

🍽️ The Menu:

- Starters: Sausage rolls & cauliflower pate
- Entrées (pick one): Thanksgiving feast, fish & chips, vegan curry, shepherd’s pie, or grilled cheese & tomato bisque
- Desserts: Banana pudding, chocolate cake, or apple bake

Plus, go home with a handmade candle as a keepsake! Limited seats—don’t wait! 💛 Link to tickets in bio / on our website at dish-course.com.

10/31/2024

🍂✨ Join us for DishCourse’s 2nd Annual Friendsgiving! ✨🍂

November 19th at 7 PM, gather at Workman’s Friend for a cozy evening of friendship, great food, and authentic connections. ✨ Hosted in an intimate small-group setting, we’re bringing you curated conversations, memorable new friends, and a special handmade candle gift to take home!

🍽️ Menu highlights:

3 amazing courses included in your tickets!
- Appetizers like sausage rolls & cauliflower pate
- Entrees including a Thanksgiving feast, vegan curry, and more!
- Dessert options like banana pudding and chocolate decadence cake

See the event page (link in bio/ stories) for all the event details and tickets. Spaces are limited—grab your seat now and we’ll see you there! 💛

10/28/2024

Big News! After many requests, we’re beyond excited to launch the DishCourse Candle Shop! 🕯️

For those who’ve joined us at our events, you know part of the DishCourse experience is heading home with a hand-poured, 100% organic soy candle. Now, these beloved candles are available anytime you need a dose of coziness and warmth. 💛

Each candle is crafted with clean-burning wicks and rich, thoughtful aromas to transform any space:

🗻 N.C. Strong (Appalachian Pine & Cedar) – A tribute to resilience, this candle blends frosted pine and cedar notes, with 100% of proceeds supporting Hurricane Helene relief for impacted North Carolina communities.
🌿 Soul Cleanse (White Sage & Lavender) – Breathe in tranquility with grounding sage and calming lavender, perfect for a fresh start.
🌊 Kindred Currents (Black Sea & Sandalwood) – Drift along notes of black sea and sandalwood for a scent that’s both grounding and evocative, bringing the essence of connection and community.
🍎 Apple Maple Bourbon – Embrace the warm, spiced aromas of fall with a cozy blend of apple, maple, and a touch of bourbon.
🍃 Twilight Ember (Fall Leaves, Fruit, & Cinnamon) – Crisp pear, plum, and cinnamon evoke the charm of autumn evenings, laced with sandalwood and a hint of smoke, perfect for any season.
🌸 Fresh Start (Cotton & Iris) – Lighten up your space with the soft, refreshing notes of cotton and iris, ideal for a clean, uplifting ambiance.
🌰 Fireside Tea (Black Cardamom & Cream) – Enjoy the warmth of black cardamom, cinnamon, and cream – a cozy hug in candle form, perfect for the holiday season.
🌷 Friendship Fields (Fresh Tulips & Peonies) – Transport to tulip fields in holland with this fresh, floral classic.

Discover the scents that have become a staple of DishCourse, now available to make every day feel a little more special. 🌟 Shop on: https://www.dish-course.com/category/all-products

10/27/2024

Friendsgiving is on the calendar! 🦃 Join us for a Thanksgiving feast on Tuesday, November 19th at .

You’ll be seated with a curated small group, and your dedicated host will help spark meaningful conversations throughout the evening, helping you make new friendships. 💛

Check out all the details and grab your tickets at dish-course.com | link in bio!

10/25/2024

Thank you for your vulnerability, your openness, and creating a safe space to share. 💛 Had a wonderful time learning about Peggy, Randi, Klaudia, and Lauren at the table last night. Hope we’ll see you all again soon!

10/16/2024

An amazing group of ladies joined us last night at for our 50+ Dinner Party. I’m thinking a night out with live music, art, or theater is in the near future… 🥰 Thank you all for sharing your evening around the table and can’t wait to see you all again!

10/11/2024

It’s Friday (finally) and we’ve got 15 different opportunities to get out and connect with people I Charlotte this weekend. 👇

Friday, today!
- Grab a Festbier at Oktoberfest
- See at the
- Laugh at Nick Mullen’s jokes at
- Catch some live jazz at
- See Fozzy at The Underground

Saturday (Sunny ☀️ H: 78° | L: 51°)
- Eat too much pie ’s Catawba Fest
- Build Legos at the Brick Fan Expo
- Find fellow bookworms at Bookapalooza
- Grab brunch and listen to country music at
- Head to for Charlotte VegFest

Sunday (Sunny ☀️ H: 82° | L: 63°)
- Watch cars zoom at the ROVAL 400
- Get fresh crab & beer at
- Make signs with friends at
- Celebrate cinema at the Independent Picture House Short Film Fest
- Head to Scarowinds for Oktoberfest fun

there is absolutely no shortage of things to do this weekend. Where are you headed?

Check out all the details of these events and more in the DishCourse weekend guide:

Discover the best events in Charlotte this weekend, from concerts and festivals to creative workshops, and more!

09/26/2024

What an awesome group we hosted last night! I said it at the table but it truly feels like every table happens for a reason. ✨

While these guests came together for a Club 40+ theme, they had so much more in common. I can tell this is just the start of some great friendships! Thank you so much for joining us Jennifer, Wencke, Inga, Melanie, Venante, and Anne! 💛

09/20/2024

New friends unlocked. 🔓 Thank you to our partners at for another amazing evening — and of course, thanks to Breanna, Brittany, Alex, Mary Catherine, and Maya for joining us! 💛 I’m already looking at cruises for our first DishCourse community meetup in international waters. 🛥️

09/04/2024

Wow. 🥹 What do you mean 600 people in Charlotte have become part of the DishCourse Community!? Thank you so much, each and every one of you. 💛 Over the course of 125+ events, we’ve helped people connect and build friendships here in Charlotte. Our work is not done! We’ll be around as long as people are interested in our unique, tailored experiences.

Fall events are selling so fast. It’s exciting, but make sure you don’t wait to grab tickets if you see an event you’re interested in! See you soon. 🫶

09/01/2024

The Labor Day Sale is almost over! 👀 Get tickets for 15% off and get ready to make new friends. Each DishCourse event is an opportunity to connect with people in your city based on common interests. Don’t miss out on the event you’ve been waiting for! 💛 http://www.dish-course.com/upcoming-events

08/31/2024

🎉 Labor Day Sale Alert! 🎉

This weekend only, get 15% off all DishCourse tickets! Our professionally hosted events are designed to bring people together in small groups based on common interests. It’s the perfect opportunity to make new friends in Charlotte. Don’t miss out—grab your tickets before the sale ends! 🫶 http://www.dish-course.com/upcoming-events

08/30/2024

✨ Calling all thrifters! ✨

We’ve teamed up with Thrift Pony to bring you a night of great food, new friends, and *exclusive* shopping. 🍽️🛍️

Start with a 3-course dinner surrounded by fellow thrifting enthusiasts, then head over to Thrift Pony for a private shopping experience—store shut down just for you! Plus, everyone gets a discount, and you could win a gift card during our fashion show! 🎉

Ready to score some deals and meet your next shopping besties? You don’t want to miss this one. Get your tickets here 👉 https://www.dish-course.com/event-details/must-love-thrifting-dinner-party-private-shopping-experience

08/29/2024

DishCourse on camera. 📸 Captured these special moments at this week’s New in Town dinner party at The Workman's Friend. ✨ I swear, that giddy feeling I get watching these tables of strangers connect and share, never goes away. Thank you to everyone that has joined this community. 🫶