British hosts guide guests through the entryway of a moodily lit Los Angeles–area locale to begin striking chords with 18 singles of the opposite sex in hopes a playful rendition of Dueling Banjos develops between heartstrings. Each session consists of groups of 36 or fewer gathering in chic, low-key venues for striking conversation and stimulating appetizers.
The British, Bravo–approved SpeedLA Dating assists aspiring romantics with two-hour bouts of sophisticated speed dating.
Events are held at locations throughout the Los Angeles area and are suggested for ages 21 to 42. Skip the confusing steps of pickup artistry with today's icebreaking Groupon: for $20, you get one admission to any speed-dating event from SpeedLA Dating occurring over the next 12 months (a $49 value).
Dating can be like assembling the silver monkey in Legends of the Hidden Temple, a challenge requiring wits, luck, and passing knowledge of primate anatomy.