✨Interesting people. Proper conversations. A table worth making time for.✨
Join me, Arvind Devalia, for an evening of good food, curiosity and conversation in central London.
Meet people you might never otherwise encounter, share something of your own story and discover what can happen when we make time for one another.
Part of The Connection Revolution.
Next dinner: Thursday 22 October 2026
Central London · Register your interest below
The venue, time, price and what’s included will be shared before you decide whether to book. Registering your interest does not commit you to attending or reserve a seat.
Shall we have a proper conversation?
There is something lovely about sitting around a table with people you are getting to know. A story prompts a question. Someone makes you laugh. You discover an unexpected shared experience, or hear a perspective that stays with you.
In lives full of messages, updates and hurried exchanges, these moments deserve a place.
Interesting People Dinners bring people together to share a meal and give conversation time to unfold. Come with curiosity, an open mind and a willingness to get to know the people beside you.
You don’t need a polished introduction. You can come as you are.
The Connection Revolution, around a table
I believe that making time for one another is part of creating a life we love.
The Connection Revolution is my invitation to strengthen the relationships and everyday human encounters that make life meaningful. These dinners are one way of putting that belief into practice.
Technology can help us find one another and stay in touch. Then comes the part we have to do ourselves: showing up, listening, sharing and allowing people to matter.
You can’t outsource human connection. But you can make room for it over dinner.
Who comes to the table?
People with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives who enjoy getting to know others.
You might run a business, work in the arts, support your community, be exploring a new direction or simply fancy an evening of good company and conversation.
What matters is your curiosity, kindness and willingness to listen as well as share.
And if you are wondering whether you are “interesting enough”, please don’t let that stop you. You have experiences, questions and stories that nobody else at the table will have.
Being interested in other people is a wonderful place to start.
What you can expect
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A shared meal: time to settle in and enjoy the evening.
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A personal welcome: I’ll be there to make introductions and help conversations get started.
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Different perspectives: an opportunity to meet people beyond your usual circles.
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Room to be yourself: join the conversation without feeling you need to perform or impress.
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Possibilities worth exploring: you may discover a shared interest, a fresh idea or someone you would like to see again.
There is no need to arrive with a pitch or something to promote. Let people get to know you, and enjoy getting to know them.
Why I host these dinners
In December 2005, shortly after publishing my book Get the Life You Love, I went to an Ecademy gathering at the London Marriott Hotel in Marylebone.
It was about fifteen minutes’ walk from my home. I took copies of my book, sold a few and made lots of connections.
One of the people I met that day was Nicky Pattinson. We have been friends ever since.
I couldn’t have known that such a short walk would lead to a friendship lasting more than twenty years.
That experience reminds me why it is worth showing up. There are people we haven’t met yet who could become important in our lives, and we need to give those encounters a chance to happen.
I’m Arvind Devalia—an author, coach and founder of The Connection Revolution. I host these dinners because I love bringing people together, and because I want more of this personal connection in my own life too.
I’d love you to join us.
Join the next dinner
Thursday 22 October 2026
Central London
If an evening of good food and proper conversation appeals to you, send me an email. Tell me your name and a little about what draws you to the dinner.
I’ll be in touch with the venue, time, price, what’s included and how to confirm your place.
Email Arvind to register your interest →
If the link doesn’t open your email, send a message to arvind@arvinddevalia.com with the subject Dinner — 22 October.
Expressing interest does not reserve a seat or commit you to payment.
Make room for someone new
There are people you have yet to meet who could become a beautiful part of your life.
Perhaps it starts with a shared meal.
Thursday 22 October 2026 · Central London
Arvind
Interesting People Dinners — part of The Connection Revolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I come on my own?
Absolutely. You are very welcome to come without knowing anyone beforehand. I’ll help with introductions so you have a starting point for getting to know others.
Do I need to know you already?
No. If the idea appeals to you, I’d love to hear from you. Send me a little about yourself and why you would like to join us.
How do you bring the group together?
I give thought to the mix of people around the table, with the aim of bringing together different experiences, interests and perspectives. A willingness to listen and take an interest in others matters far more than a job title.
Is this a business networking event?
The focus is on getting to know people through a shared meal and conversation. You are welcome to talk about work as part of your life, and professional connections may develop naturally. There is no expectation to pitch, sell or find clients.
What if I’m quiet or feel nervous about coming?
You don’t have to be the most outgoing person at the table. Thoughtful questions and attentive listening are welcome contributions. Share as much or as little of your own story as feels comfortable.
If you are feeling apprehensive, you are welcome to mention it when you get in touch.
Can I bring a friend?
Please ask when you register your interest and tell me a little about them. I’ll let you know whether there is room for you both.
How many people will be there?
I’ll share the planned group size with the details for each dinner, so you know what to expect before booking.
How much does it cost?
The price depends on the venue and meal arrangements. You will receive the exact price and details of what is included, including any drinks or service charge, before deciding whether to book.
When and how do I pay?
Payment instructions will be included with your invitation. Your place is confirmed once the booking and payment steps outlined there are complete.
What if I need to cancel?
Please let me know as soon as possible. The cancellation and transfer terms for your dinner will be provided before you pay.
What about dietary requirements or accessibility?
Please tell me about any dietary requirements, allergies or access needs when you get in touch. I’ll check the arrangements with the venue and confirm what can be accommodated before you book.
How often do the dinners take place?
The next confirmed date will be shown on this page. If you cannot make it, you are welcome to email me and ask to hear about future dinners.
What happens afterwards?
If you meet someone you would like to stay in touch with, you are welcome to exchange details by mutual agreement. There is no obligation to share your contact information or continue a conversation afterwards.
What should I bring?
Your curiosity, a willingness to listen and something of yourself. There is nothing to prepare.
✨ Contact
Shall we share a meal? Register your interest in the next dinner.
Email Arvind to register your interest →
If the link doesn’t open your email, send a message to arvind@arvinddevalia.com with the subject Dinner — 22 October.
✨ Be part of the table where magic happens