The Deep "Dish": Cultivating Curiosity with Cuisine
The Deep "Dish": Cultivating Curiosity with Cuisine
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The Deep "Dish": Cultivating Curiosity with Cuisine
Ready to dine with strangers and skip the small talk?
New dates and cities open throughout the year. Each evening is limited to 10 to 20 guests, so the conversation stays intimate and the connection stays real.
Limited Time Offer: $99 per seat (regularly $222)
Be the First to Know
Tell me your city, and you’ll be the first to hear when a Deep Dish is headed your way.
What Happens After You Book
✦ You’ll receive a confirmation email with event details
✦ Location and final details arrive 48 hours before your event
✦ Any final instructions for the evening
✦ A warm welcome from Melissa and your fellow adventurers
Come hungry. Leave full. Come curious. Leave connected.
What to Expect
Location Details
Events are hosted in carefully selected private homes and unique venues. For privacy and security, addresses are shared by email 48 hours before your event.
Dining Experience
A multi-course, family-style dinner with welcome cocktails, curated appetizers, and decadent dessert.
Guided Conversation
Facilitation that moves beyond small talk into meaningful, life-giving connection.
Group Size
Limited to 10 to 20 guests for an intimate, personal experience.
Questions? I've Got Answers
What should I wear? Come as you are. Comfortable and real is perfect.
What if I don’t know anyone? That’s the point! You’ll leave with new connections and fresh perspectives.
Can I bring a friend? Absolutely! Just make sure you get them a seat too.
What if I have dietary restrictions? Let me know when you reserve, and I’ll make sure you’re taken care of.
Want to Host a Dinner in Your City or a Team Building Event?
Bring The Deep Dish experience to your community or workplace.
Whether you want to create meaningful connection in your city or strengthen bonds within your team, I’d love to bring this dining experience to your people.
Perfect for team retreats, leadership development, community building, or simply creating the kind of evening your city will talk about for months.