There’s something undeniably special about sharing a meal with people you’ve never met before. The clink of glasses, the exchange of stories, the moment you realize you’re laughing with a table full of strangers who somehow already feel like friends—it’s the kind of magic that can’t be forced, only invited. And at the heart of this magic lies one simple number:
six.
At our curated dinners for solo travelers and digital nomads, we’ve found that groups of six create the perfect alchemy for connection. Not five. Not eight. Definitely not twelve. Just six people, one table, one shared experience.
But why is six the sweet spot?
Small Enough to Stay Intimate
In a group of six, the conversation doesn’t splinter into side chats or get lost in noise. Everyone can see each other, hear each other, and actually be part of a single, flowing conversation. It's intimate without being intimidating. You can take a moment to listen, reflect, and then chime in without feeling like you're interrupting a monologue or waiting for your "turn."
This balance allows room for quieter voices to speak up and be heard. It’s not just about extroverts carrying the conversation—it’s about real human exchange, where each person brings their own flavor to the table.
Diverse Enough to Spark Curiosity
Six people usually means six different backgrounds, six stories, and six reasons for why they’re halfway across the world at this particular dinner. Maybe it’s a graphic designer from Seoul, a startup founder from Berlin, a yoga teacher from Buenos Aires. The diversity makes each dinner feel like a microcosm of the global community.
And with six, there’s enough variety to keep things interesting, but not so much that people splinter off into separate corners of the table. Everyone’s in it together—and the curiosity that builds between strangers is what often makes the conversation feel effortless.
Just Enough Space for Depth
There’s a rhythm to dinner conversation. It usually starts light—“Where are you from?” “How long have you been in town?”—and gradually deepens. By the time dessert rolls around, you’re talking about life dreams, creative struggles, or the strange beauty of being untethered in a foreign country.
In a group of six, there’s enough breathing room for those conversations to unfold. You’re not rushed. You're not lost in a crowd. And you're not stuck repeating small talk to ten different people. There's a natural progression toward depth—and that’s where real connection lives.
A Built-In Sense of Safety
Solo travel can be freeing, but it can also get lonely. Showing up to a group dinner can feel vulnerable, especially when you don’t know anyone. Six people offers a sense of safety. It’s small enough to feel manageable, but large enough that you're not in the spotlight. You can share as much—or as little—as you want, knowing you’re among people who get it. Because chances are, they’ve also packed up their lives, hopped on a plane, and landed in a new city looking for something more.
What We’ve Seen (and Why It Keeps Us Going)
Over the past year, we’ve hosted dozens of dinners across cities like Valencia, Lisbon, and Mexico City. The guest list changes every time, but the magic stays the same. We’ve seen shy travelers come alive. We’ve watched people who arrived in silence leave arm-in-arm. We’ve seen spontaneous travel plans hatch between new friends, and deep late-night chats unfold long after the plates have been cleared.
And time and time again, it’s groups of six where the energy feels just right. Everyone has space to be themselves. No one gets lost. And somehow, it feels less like a networking event and more like being invited to someone’s home for a long, soulful meal.
Ready to Join the Table?
Whether you're a solo traveler craving connection or a digital nomad tired of coworking small talk, there's a seat waiting for you. You don’t need to bring anything but curiosity, openness, and a willingness to share a meal with people who—like you—chose a life less ordinary.
Because when six strangers sit down for dinner, it’s never just about the food. It’s about the space we create between us—the stories we tell, the laughter we share, and the quiet, beautiful reminder that wherever we are in the world, we’re never really alone.
Join one of our
curated dinners and meet fellow travelers, creatives, and kindred spirits over great food and unforgettable conversation.
