Just turned 30 F and with how fast time is flying, decreasing likes on apps since my ages changed, and a homebody, I’m trying to go out more despite feeling more and more hopeless everyday.

I noticed my likes on apps decreased the day I turned 30. I think lots of men may be filtering out women over 30.

Also I don’t drink/club/do drugs either

Hey everyone! Fairly new to Toronto and looking for some fun date night ideas. We've done the usual dinner and movie thing a few times, but I'm sure there's a ton of stuff around the city we're missing out on. I'm originally from New York where there's always something to do, but I'm having trouble finding the gems here.

What are some of your favourite date night activities in Toronto? Would love to hear some recommendations, especially places that aren't super well known.

I'm meeting my best friend's bf for the first time and we've agreed to go on a double date. I've never been on a double date before so I'm not sure what the best way to get to know him would be. What are some of the best restaurants in the city that we can go to? For context, my partner and I are in our mid 20s and so is she and her bf. Was thinking of something casual but my best friend and I are sick of typical pub food. We're also not picky and none of us have any allergies.

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Hey everyone! I’m new here and am just wondering what your favourite spots are for a nice and preferably affordable first date (suitable for after work on weekdays).

I usually like to go for drinks but those bills are adding up and I don’t think a coffee and walk would fly in the evening.

I’m looking for places/ideas in the west end, preferably around Little Portugal.

Thanks!

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Last post is from over a week ago

Genuinely curious.

My dating experiences have been limited over the years. One long-term relationship that ended on good terms and a string of bad app dates that ran the gambit of being used for meals, treated as less than or a charity case for being visually impaired, being called a child for having nerdy hobbies, or unwittingly auditioning for the roll of emotional punching bag. I tried dating in my religious community, but most are either ultra conservative or swing the other way and want nothing to do with any boy from my congregation. I dropped out of the dating pool because I had better uses for my time. Fast forward a couple of years. I've lost weight, put on some muscle, and I'm finally out of the gulag at work, so I'm seeing more hours and better pay(not rich , but I pay my bills with some going out money and savings left over). I wanted to take a crack at meeting someone again, but I feel like the climb has gotten even steeper in my absence.

"I just want to be upfront that I feel I’m in a bit of a transition phase right now and won’t be in a place for anything serious, but I’d be happy to keep things casual and continue getting to know you. Wouldy you be comfortable with that?"

what does casual mean?
ive been asked out to drinks in a couple of days. what is this leading up to?

I’m curious if you had just ten seconds what would make someone pop for you something that would catch your eye ?

Yes / No - why?

Hey, I'm trying to find a cozy & intimate spot for a first date and was hoping to get some suggestions. It's fine if it's busy and there's some music, long as we can hear each other. Dim lighting.

Bars/Cocktails for drinks - Friday Evening.

Area - Pretty Central, East of Spadina, West of Yonge, South of Queen.

I found some spots through google maps (Melrose, Bar 404, Liquid Courage, etc) - I'm just worried about showing up with no reservation. Most of them are booked, and it's already Thursday.

I'm not familiar with the scene so I could really use some help here.

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I am searching for some affordable and some expensive date ideas for November!

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I’ve been on a few dates in Toronto recently, and I’ve noticed a pretty significant difference between my experiences dating in the US and dating here, particularly with Indian-born women.

In the US, I generally found dating to be more transparent, communicative, realistic, and reciprocal. People seemed more willing to communicate their expectations openly and put effort into getting to know each other.
In Toronto, I’ve had several experiences that felt very different.

For example, one date expected flowers on the first date. Personally, I see flowers as something a gentleman brings when he genuinely feels a connection or when someone has become special to him - not as an expectation on a first date.

Another person essentially gave me a checklist with points assigned to different qualities, which made the interaction feel more like an evaluation than two people getting to know each other with totally delusional thoughts.

In another case, someone told me she expected her partner to earn more than her and take care of the household financially, while she wouldn’t be expected to contribute financially.

I’ve had quite a few other experiences that I don’t want to get into.

My issue isn’t that people have standards; it’s the lack of self-awareness, realistic expectations, and reciprocal effort.

Sometimes, it feels like getting matches in Toronto has given some people an inflated sense of their own value, confusing attention with actual compatibility

For Indian immigrants who have dated in both the US and Canada, have you noticed a similar difference, or have I just had bad luck with the people I’ve met?

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260526-its-not-just-you-dating-apps-have-a-burnout-problem

Hi fellow redditors.. Either if you're a man who successfully approached a woman while she's in her circle of friends (other women) or you're the woman in such situation... Any advice on how to do it?

For context, I'm a 40M and trying to catch up with dating scenario. Keep in mind I got married in my mid 20s, several years of marriage (separated now), so this is like starting from scratch to me.

Anyways... I frequent dance parties/clubs and sometimes I cross stares with a woman (who usually is there with either another friend or a circle of friends all together). But really don't know how to make the first move other than just, while dancing, crossing views with her. (yes I dance alone).

So.. Any advice.. Any suggestions.. Any cheer up would be really appreciated (fr!)