DINE WITH DEZ

Dine With Dez is an immersive food experience centered around the exploration of conversation and cuisine. Our first initiative has been curating a series of intimate dinners focused on deep connection. What do you do in a room full of unfamiliar faces? How can we create the spark that transforms a stranger into a friend?

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To Our Community

Dear Friends & Lovers,

This is a follow-up to our previous email regarding our upcoming Valentine’s weekend ticketed dinner. We are beyond excited to host our first ticketed experience, featuring the fabulous Marissa George from Netflix’s Love Is Blind (Season 7). This unique event offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet someone new and dine blindfolded, deepening your connection through a curated menu of drinks and cuisine designed to heighten your senses.

We also want to share an important update: The venue has changed! This evening will now be hosted at the newly opened Dear Strangers in the West Village. Also, check out this exclusive Time Out NY feature on our event: "Find a Date at This Unique Love Is Blind Dinner Experience."

There are still a few spots left for Sunday, February 16! If you’re interested, follow the steps below. Applications must be submitted by February 9 to be considered. To create a personalized, fun matchmaking experience, guests must create a Beyond profile and complete a brief application to help us get to know you and play Cupid.

Ticket Price: $150 per person & it includes:

• Three cocktails (additional drinks available for purchase)

• Indulgent three-course blindfolded dinner

• A meaningful cause – Proceeds will support victims of the LA wildfires through Walk Good LA

How to Attend:

***All applications must be submitted before February 9th. Priority will be given to the Beyond app users. Please sign up using our affiliate link below. ***

1. Download and apply to Beyond using our affiliate link, HERE or fill out our Google form for a chance to attend, linked HERE

2. Beyond members will need to join the public event chat and complete our questionnaire! Non-members will need to wait for approval after their form is reviewed 

3. Once approved you will be able to purchase a ticket!!

Meet Marissa George

Marissa George is a DC-based creator, former Navy officer, and lawyer who won hearts on Netflix’s Love Is Blind. Known for her authenticity, ambition, and creative passion, she shares content spanning fashion, beauty, sports, lifestyle, dating advice, and baking. Recently named one of Variety’s Most Powerful Women in Reality TV, Marissa inspires young women through her transparency, strength, and candid storytelling.

Meet the Beyond Team

Beyond is a modern social club for intentional and inclusive relationships, catering to individuals open to exploring relationships on their own terms.

Oyku Saran - Co-Founder and Chief Community Officer of Beyond

A proud Turkish immigrant and New Yorker, Oyku founded Beyond to address the growing need for a community-driven approach to modern relationships. Inspired by her journey as a bisexual woman, she is passionate about creating inclusive spaces for all. She currently resides in Miami.

Eric Phillips Waldstein - Co-Founder and CEO of Beyond.

Eric has dedicated his career to racial and economic justice. Frustrated by dating apps that felt unsafe, low-quality, or outdated, he co-founded Beyond to provide a better, more inclusive experience. Originally from Iowa, he now lives in New York City.