Seeking wine knowledgeable collectors to share great wines and even better conversation about other topics. If you feel that wine can open up the best in yourself, this may be the tasting group you have been looking for. It's not really about the wine. It's about sharing wine with people who contribute passion, intelligence, thoughtfulness, playfulness and personal accessibility. It's about life, with a lot of good wine added. Wine and food geeks welcome if properly socialized.  We start with wi …

We are a fun group who loves to play and see live music while drinking good beer and wine! We have different themes and learn different songs, combined with the liquid of your choice. We also would like to hear your input as to what type of music you like and what instruments you play. Rock and Roll and blues are the norm. We'll even to a teaching sessions for those who want to learn a particular instrument. *Live Bands* *Wine, cheese and food pairings* *Beer tastings* *BBQ's* *Jam Party's*

It's nice to go on a lonely hike once in a while but it's much better to enjoy nature with others. Hoping to find like-minded trail seekers to enjoy the outdoors.  We're into bike riding, hiking, camping, beer tasting, wine tasting, etc.  If you're easy going, fun, active, silly, a NON-FLAKE and certainly not a stiff, we'd LOVE to have you!! Being reliable and showing up anytime you RSVP!! Now LET'S have some FUN!!!;)

What do you get when you mix and mingle Wine Lovers, Sexy Singles, Friends, and Business Professionals at an upscale venue? Find out by joining us at one of our next events and enjoy meeting fellow wine lovers, sexy sophisticated single women & men, network, make cool and fun friends and explore some of the more upscale venues in Brentwood, Santa Monica, Venice, & Marina Del Rey, culver city. etc. We are a fun group of singles in their 30's to 40's who love making new friends at our events from: …

Ok, let's be honest. We're a book club, but reading is just part of what we're all about. We're a group of  awesome 20's and 30's girls that are single, married or in a relationship, everyone is welcome. Our meetups range from book discussions to clothing swaps. We're always open to YOUR ideas for meetups, and even if you've not cracked one of our "monthly" books open...you're still welcome! Just take a look through a few of our most recent meetups, and you'll see the diversity in events we do. …

Let's have a good time! We will be getting together on a monthly basis (usually the third Thursday of the month) to taste and enjoy various wines in a casual and relaxed environment. Life is too short to drink bad wine, so let's crack open the good stuff, enjoy some tasty appetizers and engage in some interesting conversation. Wine newbies to full fledged wine snobs are welcome to join us. We look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events.

Do You Enjoy Exploring Yummy Wines, Great Food, New Conversations, and Fun People? Do you want to learn more about the magical grape juice and get happy doing it? You do not have to have extensive wine knowledge to be a "Wine Snob" just have an appreciation for the finer things in life! We ask that you play from the Heart and leave the business world and any negative energy behind for a few hours when you join us! We do wine tastings, house parties, dinners, social mingles, wine tours, and cool …

Started 10/19/10: Calling all Asians and Asian culture enthusiasts in the San Fernando Valley!!!  The San Fernando Valley Asian Connection is a group for Asians AND those interested in Asian culture who live, work, play (or would like to play) in the San Fernando Valley. While there already are groups for Asians, they are mostly located in the San Gabriel Valley, Long Beach, general Los Angeles and Orange County areas.  For those of us who live in the San Fernando Valley, this means driving a mi …

Are you one of those women who proclaim that they are in a "forever young" state of mind? If you answered yes to the above question, this group may be for YOU!  Are you an active, personable and friendly woman who still has a joy for living, lots of energy and loves to participate in various activities putting fun in your life? Yes? Then check out our activities in the greater Los Angeles County area. Let's face it...women 40 and up who have extra time to spend on themselves do not always know m …

Meet other single food lovers (most in their 30's and 40's) at restaurants in all price ranges that are rated the "Best In LA." We notice outstanding food reviews from LA Magazine, LA Weekly, LA Times and Zagat and make reservations at those restaurants for our Meetup group. We also enjoy temples appearing in Bon Appetit, Food & Wine and Gourmet, as well as gourmet food trucks and brand new restaurants that are wonderful enough to be swooned over in the food press and blogosphere. Being able to …

Welcome gourmet food lovers in the San Fernando Valley! Finally, a place to discover elegant dining establishments within our community. Think you have to travel to the Westside for a memorable dining experience? Think again! We'll explore fine dining establishments throughout Ventura Blvd. and the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Let's explore some great finds in the San Fernando Valley that are tasteful and exquisite. Note: This group will primarily visit dining establishments that are gourme …

Santa Monica Young Women's Cooking Club is a hybrid of a book club, a dinner party, and girl's night out! We are a group of young ladies in the Santa Monica area who like to cook, want to experiment with new recipes, and like sharing our food! We are a group of young women mostly in our 20s and 30s. Sorry guys, but this group is for the ladies only. Join us if you want to meet other fun, friendly women in the Westside area who enjoy cooking (especially healthy cooking). Whether you are new to th …

Due to our large size, we only accept new members during the month of January. Do you love reading interesting books, making new friends, having enticing conversations, eating scrumptious food and drinking delicious beverages? If so, our book club is for you! We meet about once a month at various locations in Ventura County, with book related field trips to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara Counties. We don't demand you to pay dues and you're not required to read all books or attend all gatherings. …

I've hiked, camped and backpacked for many years. One day while hiking with a group, I heard people talking about some local hot springs, and it sounded interesting so I wanted to find out more.  Long story short, within a few years, I've gone to most of the hot springs in Southern California and many up north as well. Hot springs are special places.  They truly do have medicinal and stress relieving properties.  If you have any silver jewelry you will see the healing mineral content of the wate …

I searched and could not find a local group that included people, like me, who are living the gluten free lifestyle. I'd like our group to be filled with great, supportive and sharing friends who can encourage each other, share recipes and favorite foods, dining out, wine tasting, bbq's and dinner parties. Anyone can join who is interested in learning more about living Gluten Free!

This group is for horse lovers of all levels to meet up and enjoy the beautiful open land in the Santa Monica Mountains of Malibu, California. Enjoy the beauty and peace of the outdoors. Spend time meeting, visiting with, and grooming the horses on the ground. Learning the basics of the Human Horse Dance. Followed by enjoying some great mingling and locally grown Wine. Come out and enjoy nature:) Organizer: Inge Halliday- Classical English Riding Instructor and Horse Rescuer/Employer http://w …

And it is often Happy hour here. Happy hour! what could be better. Food drink and new friends --with Happy hour drink specials - even better. Looking for active, fun people in Sherman Oaks, Encino, and Studio city Areas who enjoy getting together for an after work beer or happy hour cocktail. Happy Hour Members range from late 20s to mid 40's, with most in their 30's. Prospective members must be social and outgoing AND WITHIN OUR AGE RANGE. All Happy Hour members have a profile photo with you f …

Most people love going out and enjoying life and meeting new friends. But it can get pretty expensive quickly, especially here in LA. So this group is all about enjoying things under a budget so that everyone can participate. Sure we may splurge once in a while but we will also do fun things like happy hour, free concerts/events, group dinner deals etc. So we are not a group of cheapies, just smart consumers who wants to maximize their fun time.

For those who are truly food obsessed. You've been and will go to the ends of the earth to find the perfect ramen, foie gras, reuben, gelato, sidecar... You love going to both 3 Michelin star restaurants as well as taco trucks to find that little bit of food epiphany. You love following new trends and ideas in food both in your own kitchen and restaurants. You'd consider yourself an advanced foodie. I'm one, are you one too? I'm hoping to go to restaurants together, have food related adventures, …