The rise of digital platforms like Lunchclub has shown that people are hungry for meaningful connections. Whether it's networking with peers, finding potential collaborators, or simply discovering new perspectives, the idea of connecting professionals for conversations resonates widely. But as our world becomes increasingly virtual, many are starting to crave something more tangible, more human—an experience rooted in real life.
Enter Creative Lunch Club, the IRL (in-real-life) alternative to the Lunchclub. If you've enjoyed meeting new people online but feel like the human touch is missing, Creative Lunch Club offers a better, more authentic way to network and build community. Here’s how and why it stands out.
What is the Creative Lunch Club?
Creative Lunch Club is a community built for people in creative industries who want to connect in person over a shared meal. Unlike traditional networking events or online meetups that often feel transactional, Creative Lunch Club fosters genuine connections through conversation, creativity, and community.
The premise is simple: Good food + Good people = Great connections.
We bring like-minded creatives together—whether you're a designer, writer, filmmaker, entrepreneur, or artist—and create the space for you to meet, collaborate, and share your journey. Our lunches are intentionally small, intimate, and personal, ensuring that everyone walks away with a meaningful experience.
How the Creative Lunch Club works
As a member of the Creative Lunch Club you get matched with two other members from your city once a month. The three of you get an e-mail with some information about everyone else. Then you set up time and date and have lunch together.
There are no rules for lunch. Talk about your work, projects, what inspires you, and what you enjoy.
After lunch you can start a collaboration, become friends or see each other never again. It's up to you what you make out of it.
The Creative Lunch Club is right now active in over 150 cities in Europe, North America, Australia and Asia. Here you'll find the list of our cites.
Why Creative Lunch Club is the Better Alternative
While platforms like Lunchclub have pioneered AI-driven matchmaking for virtual meetups, they often leave something to be desired:
- The Human Connection: Zoom calls and AI-generated matches can feel impersonal. With Creative Lunch Club, you’re meeting face-to-face—no screens, no muted microphones—just real, meaningful conversations. There’s a level of warmth and spontaneity in in-person interactions that simply can’t be replicated online.
- Quality over Quantity: Virtual platforms prioritize the number of connections you make. Creative Lunch Club flips that on its head: we focus on the quality of connections. By curating smaller, focused gatherings, we ensure that every lunch is purposeful and memorable.
- Building Real Relationships: In a virtual world, it’s easy to meet someone once and never follow up. At Creative Lunch Club, the shared in-person experience creates a stronger foundation for lasting professional relationships—the kind that leads to creative collaborations, friendships, and opportunities.
- Stepping Away from the Screen: After countless hours spent in front of devices, Creative Lunch Club encourages you to unplug, reset, and connect in the real world. It's not just about networking—it's also about finding joy in simple pleasures like good conversation and shared meals.
Who is the Creative Lunch Club For?
If you’re someone working in a creative field—or even if you’re just creatively curious—the Creative Lunch Club is for you. Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to expand your network, an entrepreneur seeking inspiration, or a freelancer hoping to combat the isolation of solo work, our lunches offer a supportive, uplifting environment to meet your people.
We’re here for creatives who:
- Value human connection over digital interactions.
- Are looking for meaningful, collaborative relationships.
- Love good food and good company.
The Power of Small Gatherings
At Creative Lunch Club, we believe that small gatherings can have a big impact. By keeping our lunches intimate and highly curated, we create the perfect setting for:
- Deep Conversations: Say goodbye to surface-level small talk. Here, everyone has space to share their stories, ideas, and ambitions.
- Collaboration: Creativity thrives when ideas are exchanged. Many of our members leave with newfound collaborators, partners, or mentors.
- Community: More than just a one-off event, Creative Lunch Club helps you feel like part of a wider, supportive creative network.
How to Join the Creative Lunch Club
We’re redefining the way creative professionals connect, one meal at a time. Joining is simple:
Just click here to join the Creative Lunch Club.
Conclusion: Let’s Bring Connection Back to Life
In a world of virtual meetings and AI matchmaking, Creative Lunch Club offers something refreshingly real: human connection, creativity, and community—all shared over lunch. If you’ve been longing to step away from the screen and meet incredible people in a meaningful way, this is your invitation.
The future of networking is here, and it’s happening in real life. Join us, and let’s make creativity more connected.
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