Connecting people, one dinner retreat at a time
We Create
Unforgettable
Experiences
Step out from behind the screen and into real life. At Dine Wilder, we don’t just serve meals - we create dinner retreats that spark connection, inspiration, and presence - usually in places you’d never think to dine.
Pull up a seat at our long-table gatherings, where thoughtful themes, unforgettable settings, and incredible food come together. This is your chance to slow down, immerse yourself in meaningful moments, and leave inspired, lighter, and more connected than ever.
Whether you’re making new friends, celebrating your team, or wowing clients, Dine Wilder turns every gathering into something remarkable.
Come as you are. Take your seat. Let the unforgettable begin.
FEAST - October 26
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A Day to Connect, Inspire & Thrive
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FEAST - October 26 • A Day to Connect, Inspire & Thrive •
INTRODUCING
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
CHEAKAMUS CENTRE, SQUAMISH
9am-6pm
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Work With Us
From cozy bookstores to dreamy backyards, lush garden nurseries to salons and creative studios - if your space has a ton of heart, we want to bring the table to it.
Whether it’s a story from your journey, a lesson you’ve learned, or a spark of insight - there’s a seat for you at our table.
We thrive on collaborating with brands, businesses and people that value exceptional food, crafted drinks, and have a spirit of community.
Whether you're planning a private celebration, a corporate gathering, or a brand activation - we can bring the Dine Wilder magic to you.
Over 45+ ★★★★★ Google Reviews!
“If you want an evening for yourself, away from the chaos of life and enter a very special evening where connection and intimacy are the key words: then try Dine Wilder! You will meet beautiful Woman and experience a very special evening. Emily has the talent for that: creating magic and connecting people together. Be fast, seats sell so quickly!”
- Delphine Veilleux, Dine in Softness Guest
Our Mission
Community • Connection • Conversations
Our Next Event…
Upcoming Events
JOIN THE WAITLIST OR PURCHASE TICKETS FOR OUR NEXT EVENTS!
DINE WITH INTUITION
The Ashdale Art Gallery
North Vancouver
September 24, 6:30pm-9:30pm
FEAST
Cheakamus Centre
Squamish
October 26, 9:00am - 6:00pm
What Our Guests Are Saying…
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"What an incredible evening! I’ve been to 3 events and I’ll be back for more. All the attention to detail, tasty food and great atmosphere. I’ve met some wonderful friends. Bravo to the organizers!"
Juana Juarez, Guest
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"As a through and through introvert, I typically find rooms full of people draining. However, some rooms are apparently magic. The candlelight, the chatter, the conversation, the community... all combine to fill you up. Emily is a gem of a human, who knows how to create this magic."
Anne Mackenzie, Executive Director - Squamish Chamber of Commerce
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"I had the pleasure of attending Dine with Abundance recently and I can truly say that I’ve never felt more inspired and humbled by every woman I’ve connected with! Women from all phases and stages of life are coming together in the most beautiful way and connecting through conversations we otherwise might not have!"
Kaila Lyddon, Guest
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"I attended Dine With Community and it was an extraordinary experience from start to finish. The space felt warm and welcoming, with stunning details like mismatched glassware, perfectly set tables, and cozy lighting. The food was incredible, and the speaker shared openly and insightfully, making the evening both heartfelt and inspiring. Conversations were vibrant, with like-minded individuals eager to connect. Emily’s extreme talent for connecting people shines in these events, making for a fun evening and overall a fantastic reason to dress up and meet your community. I am so looking forward to my next dinner and highly recommend!!"
Emily Curtis-Power, Guest
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"The attention to detail, thoughtfulness and love that Emily and her team brought to the most recent Dine with Joy event was stunning and so intentional. You can feel the genuine energy from all the ladies that came through the door and the space was perfectly curated for that to happen. I came away with my cup full and so happy to see Squamish having beautiful events like these finally!"
Candace Smith, Roundhouse Gym/Lululemon
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"Dine Wilder is SO much more than dinner. Think of it as a dinner retreat… step away from the mundane and into the magic of a perfectly curated evening of connection, conversation and, of course, amazing food and drinks! 10/10 recommend."
Liz Nerland, Guest
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"I’ve now attended two Dine Wilder events and all I can say is that they are pure magic. As a somewhat new woman in squamish its been a wonderful space to connect with other women in the community. Meeting so many entrepreneurs and wonderful women has left me feeling inspired and supported. Incredible food, atmosphere and energy. Not your average networking event. When women come together in such an intentional way sparks fly. Thanks to Emily for making it happen!"
Emily Kyllo, Guest
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“How lucky are we to have these incredible community building events right here in our own backyard. I felt so lucky to attend a Dine Wilder dinner recently with a friend, and experience what everyone has been talking about. You just couldn't help but smile when you looked around that room filled with so many beautiful and ambitious women. The connection in community is real, and you must experience a dinner to really understand the magic!”
Miranda Mantle, Guest
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"As someone who attends Dine Wilder events to capture their essence in a time-proof format, it brings me so much joy to know that I’m not just documenting another night of casual conversations and gossips that fade by the next day. It’s incredibly fulfilling to witness the collective energy in the room and feel the power of new relationships forming. And who knows—maybe one day, a photograph will become a treasured memory of the moment something HUGE began."
Gabriela Le, Photographer
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"The Dine Wilder long table event was so beautiful, and so thoughtfully curated and executed. You could feel the energy in the room and all the women glowing around each other. Emily did an incredible job."
Kassia O’Connor, Copper & Fern Boutique
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"I attended the Dine Wilder "Dine with intent" event and wow did it move me. As a small business owner its hard to find time for yourself and put you first. I did exactly that by attending this event and it was magical. The setting, the food, the people. I felt truly relaxed and truly myself. Thank you Emily for creating such magic."
Clare Livingstone, Treat Squamish
Meet Your Host
Emily Shimwell
I’m Emily - a Yorkshire-born experience designer, lifelong gatherer, and the founder of Dine Wilder.
I create spaces that spark connection, stir emotion, and make women feel powerfully at home in their own skin. Whether it’s a candlelit dinner retreat or a bold new idea, everything I do starts with heart, intention, and the question: how do I want people to feel?
One of my favourite books is Unreasonable Hospitality and that’s what I promise to deliver.
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