The Dinner for One Philosophy
At its core, Dinner for One is about celebrating all women, whether they are single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between. It’s about giving them the space to honor and cherish themselves exactly as they are. Every woman deserves to feel seen, valued, and loved for who she is, not for what she lacks or who society says she should be.
But specifically for the single ladies, Dinner for One is about…
Finding Power in Solitude
Solitude, when embraced intentionally, is a powerful tool for reflection, creativity, and mindfulness. I believe that the art of dining alone is not just about eating by yourself, but about creating an experience of intentional presence where you can reflect on your thoughts, desires, and dreams. It’s about being present with yourself, listening to your inner voice, and learning to feed your body and soul.
Celebrating Ourselves. Not Being Anti-Romance
Dinner for One is about honoring the deep, transformative power of being single, while remaining whole. It’s not anti-relationship, far from it. I believe in romantic love with all my heart. I dream of falling in love again and, perhaps, one day, starting a family of my own. But, until that moment arrives, I am fiercely committed to living a life filled with joy, intention, purpose, fun, love, adventure, and community.
For me, the act of embracing oneself as a single woman is about making room to cherish and appreciate where you are right now, finding fulfillment and peace in your own company, while still remaining open to the possibilities of romantic connection.
By embracing this celebration of self, we realize that we are always worthy of love, especially the love we give ourselves.
Rewriting the Singlehood Narrative
Too often, women are taught to view themselves as incomplete unless they are partnered or surrounded by others. The Dinner for One philosophy challenges this myth. It is an act of self-love to take the time to feed yourself, both physically and emotionally, without relying on others for validation or fulfillment. By embracing the Dinner for One mindset, women learn to see themselves as whole and complete, not lacking anything. Instead, they are satiated by the beauty of their own existence.
Living Fully, Now and in the Future
The Dinner for One philosophy is about living fully in the present. It’s about celebrating where you are right now, honoring your single journey, feeling whole, and having fun while waiting for love to come, without rushing or feeling incomplete. And when the time comes for love, romantic relationship(s), or children, that’s just another chapter in the beautiful, ever-evolving story of your life.
The Power of Good Fx&$ing Food
It’s powerful to sit down in front of a meal made just for you, by you. Whether it’s a slow-roasted delight or a simple bowl of pesto pasta, it’s a gift to yourself. A solo meal made with love is a reminder that pleasure, care, and celebration don’t have to wait for anyone else. It’s joy on your own terms. It’s presence. It’s saying, I am worth the effort. Because you are.
Every. single. time.
Photos by Roxanne Matiz and Alejandra Hauser
Community, Not Clout
Dinner for One isn’t a performance. It’s about real connection, real presence, and real people. What you see is what you get. No filters, no pretending. I’m not interested in curated perfection; I’m here for the mess, the magic, and the beautiful in-between.
I believe in building spaces where people can be themselves, where stories are shared for understanding, not attention. The goal is that every woman feels seen, appreciated, celebrated, and valued simply because they exist. Not because of their following. Not because of who they know. But because they are human, and that alone is enough.