Los Angeles is big city and our lesbian and gay communities spread throughout many miles of suburban and urban spaces, from Downtown to the San Fernando Valley to the beach. Meeting spaces in our community are few and far between, and congested freeways and soaring gas prices keep us off the road. In such a setting many of us find it difficult to meet new people.Consequently, we turn to on-line dating services, Craig's List, Meet-Ups and bars to find true love, or least someone with whom we can connect.

Q2D Speed Dating was born after its founder/CEO could not find a date in Los Angeles after looking in the usual places for more than a year. Necessity, they say, is the mother of invention. Good luck and have fun with Q2D!

About Our Corporate Sponsor: Maria's Italian Kitchen Q2D Speed Dating is a woman-owned business. When founder and CEO, Regina Lark, began her search for an appropriate venue for her speed-dating business she connected with various women's professional networks groups both within and outside the queer community. Regina found a friend and partner in Madelyn Alfano, the founder and owner of the popular restaurant chain, Maria's Italian Kitchen. Madelyn has an empowering philosophy: women business owners should go to great lengths to support women-owned business. In keeping with Madelyn's philosophy to support women-owned businesses, you are encouraged to visit her website to learn more about this dynamic woman who makes an excellent plate of pasta (and more!). www.mariasitaliankitchen.com