🍽️ DesignX Dinner - July 24th
✨ What’s DesignX Dinners?
An intimate dinner gathering for the design community in Toronto.
We bring together senior designers, design managers, researchers, and design-adjacent leaders for meaningful conversations over good food.
No stage, no speakers — just thoughtful dialogue in a relaxed setting.
🌀 How does it work?
You apply. We curate. You show up and have a great night. Simple as that.
A few days before the dinner, we’ll share the guest list and a private WhatsApp group to connect ahead of time.
💸 Is there a cost?
Yes — we ask for a $50 hold to confirm your seat.
If you attend, $45 will be refunded. The remaining $5 helps cover planning and operational costs.
This helps us reduce no-shows and continue organizing these small, meaningful gatherings.
📍 Where is it?
Always in downtown Toronto.
We rotate between some of our favorite restaurants — cozy spots with great food and a good vibe.
The exact location will be shared with confirmed attendees closer to the date.
🙋 Who should apply?
DesignX Dinners are for:
🎯 Senior Product Designers
👥 Design Managers and Team Leads
🔍 UX Researchers
💡 Design-adjacent professionals in tech
Whether you lead a team, run your own practice, or are deep in the craft — this space is for you.
❓ Got questions? We've got answers.
🍽️ Who are these dinners for?
Senior product designers, design managers, researchers, and design-adjacent leaders in tech. Whether you’re leading teams or exploring your next big idea, you’ll feel at home here.
💵 How much does it cost?
Typically ~$50 to cover the cost of food. We don’t profit from this — it just helps us avoid no-shows and support great venues.
📍 Where do you host the dinners?
Always in downtown Toronto. We rotate restaurants like Gia, Marben, and Bar Isabel — intimate spots with great vibes and shared plates.
👯 Can I bring a guest or friend?
Nope! We intentionally keep it small and curated. If your friend is interested, ask them to apply separately — we’d love to consider them for a future one.
📝 Will I know who's attending in advance?
Yes. We’ll send out a short attendee list and WhatsApp link a couple of days before, so you can break the ice ahead of time.
🥦 What if I have dietary restrictions?
We accommodate most dietary needs — just let us know in your application and we’ll make sure you're taken care of.
💬 What attendees are saying
“The dinner was amazing — we had a great time meeting each other, and had great conversations! Definitely a success.”
— Vadim Tslaf, Sr. UX Manager
“It was my first DesignX event and I had a great time!”
— Wyatt Kay, Product Designer
“It was great 👍 I appreciate the opportunity to meet such fantastic designers. Already expecting the next time!”
— Jun Zhao, Designer
“I really enjoyed the dinner format and being able to speak with other designers with similar experience. Some events can feel overcrowded with juniors, so this was refreshing! The small table made conversations flow naturally.”
— Karen Roberts, Sr. Product Designer
📬 Ready to join us?
Spots are limited.
Apply to join, and we’ll follow up shortly!
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