{"id":753109,"date":"2025-05-14T10:14:35","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T10:14:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=753109"},"modified":"2025-05-14T10:18:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T10:18:20","slug":"single-check-out-this-new-blind-date-experience-in-beirut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/753109\/single-check-out-this-new-blind-date-experience-in-beirut\/","title":{"rendered":"Single? Check Out This New Blind Date Experience in Beirut"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>Tired of the dating apps? Same. How about a blind date experience in Beirut for a change?<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>Beloved arts and crafts spot <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/iconik.lb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Iconik<\/a><\/strong> is bringing blind dates to Beirut with a sip and paint experience for singles. You\u2019ll be matched with a stranger, enjoy some wine, and get creative together\u2014no dating apps, no pressure.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DJhreeTIU3s\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-you-sign-up\">How Do You Sign Up?<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>They set up a Google Form, which you can access <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeieSnp2h7pUKZmFkcV_ZXD0CBhDX02LJERhHLpVd1poUZY0g\/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAae__Mc_LI8_9imYIRbTGTG1YdiJ_Yuq4pLvMzZ0T_QjdR7j0fmCLp5zX0LLWw_aem_scR9uA4sy_GhDeaH5QZ1-w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>, for anyone interested to sign up for their blind date experience. All you have to do is:<\/p>    <p>&#8211; Fill our your name, age, nationality, and profession<\/p>    <p>&#8211; Write down a few of your hobbies<\/p>    <p>&#8211; Choose whether you want it to be a romantic date or a friendly date<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>You also get to describe your type so their team can match you with someone else who also filled out the form! The participation charge is $30, which covers all the painting materials, and you&#8217;ll get a free glass of wine.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DJheobxIejf\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-else-can-you-do-at-iconik\">What Else Can You Do at Iconik?<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>This adorable shop is perfect for creatives who want a quick escape from the chaos and a chance to unwind through art. Here&#8217;s their full list of activities (and their prices): <\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>&#8211; Scented Candles Making \u2013 $25<\/p>    <p>&#8211; Iced Matcha\/Coffee Candles \u2013 $30<\/p>    <p>&#8211; Martini &amp; Cocktail Candles \u2013 $30<\/p>    <p>&#8211; Mandala Dotting on Wood \u2013 $17<\/p>    <p>&#8211; Painting on:<\/p>    <p>      Fans\/Teacups \u2013 $25<\/p>    <p>      Canvas\/Hearts \u2013 $22<\/p>    <p>      Mirror \u2013 $25 \/ $30<\/p>    <p>      Planter Van\/Vinyl \u2013 $25<\/p>    <p>      Plates\/Bowls \u2013 $30<\/p>    <p>      Hats\/David Statue \u2013 $30<\/p>    <p>      Turtles\/Mugs \u2013 $22<\/p>    <p>      Wooden Tray \u2013 $26 \/ $30<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DJW1luZMV_v\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location\">\ud83d\udccdLocation<\/h3>    <p>Achrafieh, Beirut<\/p>    <p>Click <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/P8tSPJsAJVKv9nK48\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> for the exact location.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-opening-hours\">\u23f0 Opening Hours<\/h3>    <p>Daily from 11\u202fAM to 9:30\u202fPM<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact\">\ud83d\udcde Contact<\/h3>    <p>+961 76 442 085<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><strong>Would you go on a blind date in Beirut? 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