Upcoming Events

Jun
9

Anita's Spring Fling

Join Anita's Spring Fling at DWF HQ for an afternoon soiree befitting the Spring season. Expect chilled wines, small bites, and a few extra surprises….

Final menu TBD, but will be vegetarian friendly and may contain gluten and/or dairy.

Please note that this event requires navigation up and down two flights of stairs and will take place in a walk-up apartment. Located in Brooklyn Heights.

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Jun
15

Nirupa’s Spring - Summer Soirée

Nirupa chefs up a delicious feast with this one-of-a-kind menu fit to usher in the beginning of warmer weather!

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain gluten and dairy.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present.

Located in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.

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Mar
23

Nirupa’s So Nice We Had to do it Twice! (Night #2) (Copy)

Nirupa chefs up a delicious feast of fusion cuisine with this one-of-a-kind menu! Please note there are TWO dates for this event.

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain gluten, dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on March 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Mar
9

Alicia's March Mushroom Madness

Join Alicia for a celebration of all things fungal! Enjoy this ode to mushrooms from the appetizer to desert.

This menu will contain dairy and nuts.

This event is hosted in an elevator building. Located in Chelsea, Manhattan.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on March 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Mar
9

Nirupa’s So Nice We Had to do it Twice! (Night #1)

Nirupa chefs up a delicious feast of fusion cuisine with this one-of-a-kind menu! Please note there are TWO dates for this event.

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain gluten, dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on March 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Feb
24

Lebanese-Indian Feast with Nirupa (Night #2)

Nirupa chefs up a delicious feast of fusion cuisine with this one-of-a-kind menu! Please note there are TWO dates for this event.

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain gluten, dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on February 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Feb
17

Lebanese-Indian Feast with Nirupa (Night #1)

Nirupa chefs up a delicious feast of fusion cuisine with this one-of-a-kind menu! Please note there are TWO dates for this event.

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain gluten, dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on February 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Feb
10

Alicia's Galentine's Gathering

Join Alicia for a Galentine’s Day bash! Make your own coasters from perler beads, snack on some charcuterie, and what Galentine’s would be complete without a dessert bar?!

This menu will contain meat, dairy, and eggs.

This event is hosted in an elevator building. Located in Chelsea, Manhattan.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on February 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Feb
10

Anita's Lunar New Year Dumpling Making Class

Join Anita's Lunar Dumpling Making cooking class at DWF HQ to learn how to make Chinese dumplings. We’ll spend some time learning how to assemble delicious dumplings before enjoying the fruits of our labor together for lunch! Expect a few surprise treats as well to make this an extra special experience!

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain soy and sesame.

Please note that this event requires navigation up and down two flights of stairs and will take place in a walk-up apartment. Located in Brooklyn Heights.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on February 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Jan
21

Frankie's Cozy Collective

Frankie embraces the winter season with an extra cozy menu full of yummy comfort foods, perfect for a chilly evening. Extra comfy clothes are encouraged!

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy, eggs, and gluten.

'Please note that this event requires navigation up and down a flight of stairs in a non-elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on January 5th at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Jan
20

Alicia's ABC Affair

Join Alicia for a night of your ABC’s! Please note this menu is NOT vegetarian friendly and will contain nuts and dairy.

This event is hosted in an elevator building. Located in Chelsea, Manhattan.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on January 5th at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Jan
20

Nirupa’s Royal Majaraja Feast

Feast like kings at Nirupa’s Royal Majaraja Feast!

Please note this menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy, gluten and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on January 5th at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Jan
13

Sami's Brrr-unch Bash

Help yourself to a beautifully crafted brunch spread at Sami’s Upper East Side home!

Please note this menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contains eggs, gluten, dairy, and soy.

This event will take place in an elevator building and there is a dog present. Located on the Upper East Side, Manhattan.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on January 5th at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Dec
16

Nirupa's Indian Christmas

Celebrate the holiday season with Nirupa at her Indian Christmas Feast!

Please note this menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

You can purchase tickets to this event NOW - grab them here!

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Nov
19

Frankie's Friendsgiving with Heyday Canning Co.

Join our local Italian nonna Frankie for a night celebrating her favorite part of Thanksgiving - the side dishes. Collaborating with our friends at Heyday Canning Co. and featuring recipes from both her mother and mother-in-law, this meal will make you feel right at home!

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy, eggs, nuts and gluten.

'Please note that this event requires navigation up and down a flight of stairs in a non-elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on November 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Nov
18

Alicia's Soon-To-Be-Friendsgiving Potluck

Join Alicia for a Thanksgiving potluck feast - bring your favorite dish to share (along with appropriate allergy info, please!)

This menu is contains (optional) meat, and dairy, with potential for other allergens dependent upon potluck dishes.

This event is hosted in an elevator building. Located in Chelsea, Manhattan.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on November 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Nov
18

Sami's It's Giving... Friends Potluck

Welcome to our newest host, Sami! Sami starts strong with a Friendsgiving potluck, bring your favorite dish to share (along with appropriate allergy info, please!)

This menu contains meat, dairy, eggs, and gluten, with potential for other allergens dependent upon potluck dishes.

This event will take place in an elevator building.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on November 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Nov
18

Nirupa's Saffron Soiree

Nirupa channels her early DwF roots with a revival of her July Saffron Soiree dinner party series!

Please note this menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on November 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Nov
12

Eliana's Cheeky Sunday Roast

Enjoy an early evening supper with Eliana as she cooks up a feast inspired by the traditional British Sunday roast!

Please note this menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy, gluten, and eggs.

This event requires navigation up one flight of stairs and is located in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on November 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Nov
11

Nirupa's Mumbai Masala Night

Embark on one of Nirupa’s culinary journeys to India with a few new friends!

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on November 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Nov
10

Anita's Friendsgiving Feast

Gather at Dinner With Friends HQ (Anita’s apartment) for friendsgiving festivities! New date - Friday, 11/10

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain nuts and dairy.

Please note that this event requires navigation up and down two flights of stairs and will take place in a walk-up apartment. Located in Brooklyn Heights.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on November 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Oct
28

Nirupa's Jewel of Nizam

Take a quick trip to India and experience the iconic Jewel of Nizam, all from midtown Manhattan!

Please note this menu is vegetarian-friendly, but contains dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on October 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Oct
22

Nonna Mela Caramella

Join our local Italian nonna for an evening of fall festivities! Dress your own caramel apples with all the trimmings and trappings you can think of while snacking on some light bites with new buds.

Please note this workshop / menu is vegetarian friendly but will contain dairy, nuts, and gluten.

This event requires navigation up and down a flight of stairs in a non-elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on October 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Oct
21

Nirupa’s Hyderabadi Zaiqa

Take an excursion to Hyderabadi Zaiqa in the comfort of Nirupa’s welcoming home.

Please note this menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on October 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Oct
20

Eliana's For the Love of Lemon

Join our newest host, Eliana for a celebration in the name of lemons! Eliana explores traditional Greek cuisine with a Spanish twist for dessert; I promise you won’t want to miss it.

Please note this menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain dairy, gluten, eggs and tree nuts.

This event requires navigation up one flight of stairs and is located in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on October 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!


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Oct
15

Your Dream Dinner Party

Join Anita Michaud of Dinner with Friends and Liz Chick of RecCreate Collective for an afternoon of dreaming & scheming your perfect dinner party!

A mix of presentation, collaboration, independent work & craft time will leave you with everything you need to turn your idea into a dream dinner! We’ll cover the following:

  • Why Gather

  • Logistics of Gathering

  • Planning the Menu

  • Designing the Tablescape

  • Hosting Your Dinner

You will leave with a dinner party planning workbook, completed menu design and the inspiration + know-how to execute on your dinner party concept. 

Coffee will be flowing & light bites will be served! Excited to dream with you. 

Sunday, October 15th | 2-5pm | Clinton Hill, Brooklyn 

*Exact address provided with registration

*Photography will be taken at this event and may be used for promotional purposes

*All guests must be 18+ and unfortunately, we cannot accommodate your pups :(

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Oct
14

Alicia's All Things Miso

Indulge your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure as Alicia orchestrates a memorable evening devoted entirely to the exquisite flavors of miso.

This menu is vegetarian-friendly, but will contain soy and dairy.

This event is hosted in a building with an elevator and there is a dog present. Located in Chelsea, Manhattan.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on October 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Sep
23

Anita's Last Meal

Join Dinner with Friends founder at the Dinner with Friends HQ for the ultimate comfort meal. Recently, I was talking with some friends about our favorite foods and what our last meal on earth would be….here are my picks!

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain nuts and dairy. There will be a couple extra surprises ;-)

Please note that this event requires navigation up and down two flights of stairs and will take place in a walk-up apartment. Located in Brooklyn Heights.

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Aug
27

Frankie's Feeling Peachy

Join our local Italian nonna for a late afternoon soirée! Raised by a family of Abruzzese Italian immigrants, food and community are deeply woven into her being.

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain gluten, dairy and eggs.

Please note that this event requires navigation up and down a flight of stairs in a non-elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on August 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Aug
19

Anita's Big Fat Greek Gathering

Join Dinner with Friends founder at the Dinner with Friends HQ for a night inspired by her recent trip to Greece!

This menu is vegetarian friendly, but will contain nuts and dairy.

Please note that this event requires navigation up and down two flights of stairs and will take place in a walk-up apartment. Located in Brooklyn Heights.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on August 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Aug
19

Dhaba Diaries

Join Nirupa for a menu inspired by the legendary dhabas— the cherished roadside eateries strewn across India.

This event is vegetarian-friendly, but contains dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on August 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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Aug
12

Mughal-E-Azam Night

Step back in time with Nirupa for a delicious feast inspired by the film, Mughal-E-Azam. Drawing inspiration from the regal Mughal era, Nirupa has meticulously crafted a menu that showcases the finest flavors of Indian cuisine, transporting you to the royal courts of Emperor Akbar and the ethereal love story of Prince Salim and Anarkali.

This event is vegetarian-friendly, but contains dairy and nuts.

Please note that this event is in an elevator building and there is a cat present. Located in Midtown West.

The ticket lottery for this event will open on August 1st at 6 PM for 24 hours. You will be notified via email if you have won the lottery, so keep an eye on your inbox!

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How to Join

  • See Upcoming Events

    Check out our upcoming events page to see what’s coming soon! Be sure to follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to know about upcoming events!

  • Enter the Lottery

    Enter the ticket lottery for upcoming events starting on the first of the month at 6 PM ET. The lottery will remain open for 24 hours. We’ll ask you for some basic information on yourself, including any dietary or accessibility restrictions.

  • Let's Eat Together

    We’ll gather together to enjoy delicious food and even better company! Get to know your host and fellow guests over delicious delicious food & drinks paired with interesting conversation over the course of the evening.