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New York’s 5 Most Eligible Bagels

July 26, 2015/in Dating in NYC /by Audrie Thompson

Someone once told me that what makes New York City the perfect place for dating is also what makes it the worst: there are simply too many options. As a large, thriving cosmopolitan city with over 8 million inhabitants, New York is a smorgasbord of hundreds and thousands of singles ready to mingle. All in all, this city is a love story waiting to happen. What better place for some of the most brilliant, successful, and seriously good-looking singles to fall in love than New York?
Here’s a taste of some of the most interesting, intelligent, and fun individuals in this city that never sleeps. Flip through and meet 5 of your fellow CMB New Yorkers as they reveal their hidden talents, best date stories, and more! [URIS id=12876]


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Say Goodbye To The Awkward First Kiss!

June 15, 2015/in Date Stats /by Audrie Thompson

Have you ever wondered when’s the right time for a first kiss? Or how much is too much? Now you can find out.
A few weeks ago, we surveyed 9,217 single Coffee Meets Bagel members to see what they look for in a first kiss. Turns out “less is more” might actually be true in this case. Take a look at our inside scoop of what men and women really want, and let us know what you think. What we found might surprise you!

Want to know more about other dating signals? Read more:
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Ladies, how well do you actually know men?


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About Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB): CMB is a dating app designed with women in mind. Founded by 3 sisters in 2012 in NYC, CMB aims to deliver a fun, safe, and quality dating experience that results in meaningful relationships.

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CMB Awards 2014

And The Winners Are… The Annual Coffee Meets Bagel Academy Awards!

December 15, 2014/in CMB Says, Date Stats /by Guest Blogger

2014 is nearing it’s end and the clock to 2015 is ticking away faster and faster. As the year comes to a close, Coffee Meets Bagel’s Academy Awards are here! Check out who were the hottest and richest Bagels of 2014 below. All of the winners will be receiving a $10 Starbucks gift card for some warm drinks to keep them warm through the new year!

It’s been a great year, here’s to making 2015 even better!

The Coffee Meets Bagel team

P.S. Check out our Academy Awards lists from 2012  and 2013! We’ve come so far in the past two years!

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4 Proven Steps to take when you Love someone who doesn’t love you back

October 6, 2014/in For Her /by Guest Blogger

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Helen got a lucrative job in a prestigious company as a Secretary. She was on a lunch break one day, when she saw a young, handsome and tall man.  She just liked him immediately. She later discovered that he works in the same office with her. From then on, she decided to get to know more about John.  She got to know that John was an eligible bachelor with no relationship in the offing.  She tried to get close to John during lunch breaks, but he seems not to notice her or come close to her. He did not know what was going on in Helen’s mind. Helen was devastated and did not know what to do…
Human beings are created to love and be loved. This is why it hurts when your love is not returned. Nothing can be disheartening and disappointing as to love a man who doesn’t love you back.  However, it is a situation that many women have had to go through.  Some of them gave up when the guy in question did not understand their intent and some pursued the cause to fruition.  In this article, I will be looking at what you can do when you find yourself in such a situation.
Loving someone who does not love you back is not something to be ashamed of. It is part of life and should be treated as one of those things one has to go through in life.  Having said this, I will highlight four (4) things you can do.  However, if you try these things and none work for you, I will advise you move on with your life. There are many men out there who will love you for who you are.
1. Draw close to him
The first thing you can do when you love a man who does not love you back is to find any available avenue to move close to him.  If you work in the same place, make sure you find out where he hangs out during launch. Know his friends, his likes and dislikes, etc.  You can then move ahead to monitor when he goes for launch, once you know that, adjust your time and go for launch too.  Make sure you order for the same thing he wants to eat or drink and sit close to him as much as possible.  When you finally get an audience with him, introduce yourself to him.  Afterwards, make sure your meeting with him looks like coincidence as much as possible.  If he is interested in you, he will make a move and if not move to step number 2.
2.  Ask him out
If after two weeks, nothing happened, then ask him out.  Tell him something like this, ” Hi, John, how are you today?  I heard of a new film that will be shown in the Cinema tonight and I will love to watch it. But I don’t want to go alone, will you like to go with me? if he says yes, good and if it is a ‘no’ and make some excuses, don’t be disappointed, there is always another time.  If it is a “yes”, arrange for him to pick you up at your place.
That is a great way to start. If he has interest in you, he will honour your invitation and then make moves, but if he’s not making any move after that, proceed to step number 3.
3.  Tell him how you feel
This is the most difficult part!  if after you tried points no. 1 – 2 and the guy is not getting it.  After sometime, let him know how you feel. Some people don’t like this approach due to many reasons. Some think if you tell a guy how you feel about him, he will take you for granted and will not respect you. I don’t think that is true. This can only happen if the guy in question is not mature. I have heard of a woman who did this and later got married to the man.  They have a great marriage today.  I think it depends on personal belief and standard. Instead of dying inside, why not tell the guy and get it over with.  if he says ‘no’, then you move on with your life or try the next step.
4.  Keep being friends
As much as possible, keep being friends with the guy. Sometimes, love is never a mutual feeling, the second party will grow to love you when you let them know you love them. I have observed that sometimes in the dynamics of affection and relationships, feelings can be quite fluid, changing from time to time. A person who may not like you now probably because they feel you don’t measure up to their standards might later wonder how they managed to let you slip. Just be yourself, love yourself and show how it is anyone’s loss to miss out on you. Hopefully he’ll come around and if he doesn’t, life is too short to be sad and lovesick. You will find another who will like you for you.
Back to our story above, Helen did not give up on John, she followed the points above and  John understood her feelings when she asked him out.  They went out together, had a nice time and became lovers.
Now, you have the four steps you can do when you love a guy who does not love you back. You can try to get close to him, ask him out, tell him how you feel and if he doesn’t get it, keep him as a friend or let him go.
Love grows and does not always happen suddenly. Someone you feel does not love you may later love you back. Love happens in ways you can’t explain. So, don’t give up, keep on looking for love and one day, you will find it.
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8 Things Penny Dreadful Can Teach Us About Romance

June 30, 2014/in Date Tips /by Guest Blogger

The season finale of Penny Dreadful was just last night. As I lament over the end of Season 1, and look forward to season 2, I can’t help but to think about how some of the romantic elements in the show can apply to dating in real life.
So Penny Dreadful isn’t really romantic, with all the violence and horror, but there are a lot of titillating scenes and romantic subplots that can teach us a thing or two about spicing up our love lives.
1) Walks in arboretums can be quite flirtatious.
Dorian Flower
Dorian Vanessa Garden
Dorian Vanessa walking
Rothschild's Orchid
Vanessa Looks at Dorian Garden
 
2) Surprise your date with a really good date.
Brona had never been to the theater before, so just look at how elated she is when Ethan surprises her by taking her one night! Bonus: he buys her an orange.
Brona Theater 1 Brona Ethan Orange
Brona Theater 2 Brona Theater 3
 
3) Play music to set the mood when you’re together.
Dorian Ethan 1
Dorian Ethan 2
 
4) Sexy Boudoir photoshoots can really spice things up.
Photoshoot 2 Photoshoot 1
 
5) Sincere compliments are ALWAYS appreciated.
Malcom Vanessa 1
Malcom Vanessa 2
Malcom Vanessa 3
 
6) Have intriguing conversations over dinner.
Bonus points if it’s candlelit and classy, too.
Vanessa Dorian Dinner 1 Vanessa Dorian Dinner 2
Vanessa Dorian Dinner 3 Vanessa Dorian Dinner 4
Vanessa Dorian Dinner 5 Vanessa Dorian Dinner 6
Vanessa Dorian Dinner 7 Vanessa Dorian Dinner 8
 
7) Asking for consent is always appreciated.
If a spoiled, manipulative, and immortal brat like Dorian can ask for consent, so can everyone else.
May I Kiss Your Neck?
 
8) But above all, be there for each other as confidantes and trusted loved ones.
Proceed as one
 
Do you enjoy our TV-inspired dating posts? If so, perhaps you’ll want to read 13 Game of Thrones Reactions to Online Dating.
About Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB): CMB  is a free dating service that helps members make meaningful connections. It’s designed for busy singles who want to find something real with little or no effort.
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My First Dates: What I Think Will Happen vs. What Actually Happens

June 2, 2014/in Funny & Videos /by Guest Blogger

I’ve gone on plenty of first dates, and I generally go in with expectations. But even though I’ve had flops, I still enjoyed them. Sure, some of these “reality” points are exaggerated, but don’t let that stop you from having a good time, or at least obtain a story you can now retell to crack up your friends over lunch.

1) When You Decide on What to Wear

Expectation:
first date expectations--dressing up
Reality:
first date expectations--reality

2) When You Make Your Way to the Date

Expectation:
getting to the date--expectations
Reality:
getting to the date--reality

3) When You Finally Meet Your Date in Person

Expectation from the photos:
meeting the date in person--expectations
Reality once you meet in person:
meeting the date in person--expectations

4) When You Start Talking To Each Other

Expectation:
first date conversations--expectations
Reality:
first date conversations--reality

5) When You’re Going for a Kiss

Expectation:
the kiss--expectations
Reality:
the kiss--reality

6) When You’re Wondering If You’ll Text After the Date

Expectation:
post date text--expectations
Reality: He/she never texts…
post date text--reality
 
But, hey, at least I’m putting myself out there and meeting people. After all, you have to kiss a bunch of frogs before you kiss a prince, so at least I’m happy I’m gaining experience out there!
Mickey Dancing
Speaking of texting, are you guilty of any of these 5 texting mistakes? If you are, learn how to fix your mistake by reading Five Texting Mistakes That I’ve Made and Don’t Want You to Make. About Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB): CMB  is a free dating service that helps members make meaningful connections. It’s designed for busy singles who want to find something real with little or no effort.

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7 Differences Between Dating on Coffee Meets Bagel and Tinder

April 30, 2014/in Funny & Videos /by CMB

In this day and age, with all these different dating apps floating around out there, I guess it’s only a matter of time someone compares Coffee Meets Bagel to the infamous Tinder. While 60% of these are exaggerated, 100% of these are true. How many of these can you relate to?

1. The Candidates

Tinder: Oh haiii ladies
Coffee Meets Bagel: Quality over quantity
tinder bagel candidates

2. When You Use the App

Tinder: Roulette on the toilet
tinder toilet
Drunk
honey boo boo text
Coffee Meets Bagel: Count down to noon
countdown

3. How You Connect

Tinder: It’s a match! Rinse, repeat until you feel nauseous
tinder match
tinder match
tinder match
tinder match
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Coffee Meets Bagel: One match a day – every match feels awesome
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4. Initial Messages

Tinder: Super original, with a side of gross
Coffee Meets Bagel: How normal people start conversations
text messages

5. The Meet Up

Tinder: …….
tinder meet
Coffee Meets Bagel: Score!
barney score

6. The Follow Up

Tinder: Can you not?
tinder follow-up
Coffee Meets Bagel: The start of something great
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7. Long Term Potential

Tinder: Long term potent—NO
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Coffee Meets Bagel: Let’s do this!
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Did you enjoy this post? Then make sure to check out What’s harder: Getting a job or a getting a date?


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Rainy Day Date Ideas

Rainy Day Date Ideas

April 4, 2014/in Date Ideas /by CMB

Need date ideas for a rainy day? Don’t let April showers get you down!
Check out these 5 date ideas that’ll have you singing in the rain:
1. Explore an indoor market
You won’t miss the great outdoors as you wander the maze of food vendors and local shops. Sample exotic foods, grab a cold one, and enjoy people-watching.
We love getting lost in these notable marketplaces:
Boston – Faneuil Hall Marketplace
New York – Chelsea Market
Philadelphia – Reading Terminal Market
San Francisco – Ferry Building Marketplace
Seattle – Pike Place Market
2. Head to the classroom
Whether you’re interested in knitting hats for cats or at-home beer brewing, there’s a class for that. Impress your date with your newfound skills and maybe pick up a new hobby to enjoy together!
Time Out has a great listing of classes by city.
3. Get cooking
Get in touch with your inner top chef. After all, they say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. If you don’t know where to start, use All Recipe’s “Cooking for Two” collection for the perfect meal.
And, don’t forget to pop open a bottle of vino to compliment your culinary creation.
4. Play games
A little friendly competition will get your adrenaline pumping and guarantee a playful day indoors. For the bold, Cards Against Humanity can be a great way to get a peek into your date’s sense of humor. Stick to the classics like Apples to Apples, Scrabble, or these board games to keep it G-rated.
Keep it flirty and don’t be afraid to invent your own rules! Twister, anyone?
5. Tour a local brewery or winery
Find a local waterhole that offers a behind-the-scenes tour. After imbibing on free samples, head to lunch or grab food at the bar to keep the date going. Can’t find a tour nearby? Stock up on drinks and snacks for a boozy indoor picnic.
Did you love this post? Check out our Dating Timeline for Men and Dating Timeline for Women to keep your relationship on track!
About Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB): Every day at noon, we introduce you to one single with whom you share mutual friends. You have 24 hours to LIKE or PASS your match (aka “Bagels”). Mutual LIKE leads to direct connection via text message on a private phone line.
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5 Totally Ridiculous Dating Trends You’ll Find In Asia

January 31, 2014/in Funny & Videos /by Guest Blogger

I’d do anything for love (but I won’t do that). You won’t believe some of the bizarre things people do when it comes to finding love. Check out these 5 ridiculous dating trends in Asia:

1. Shanghai Matchmaking Expo

At this exhibition in Shanghai, thousands (yes, thousands) of moms try their hand at matchmaking, displaying photos and resumes of their single sons and daughters in hopes of finding them a partner. Yes, this actually happens.
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2. Dinner With Foreigners (aka White People)

Seriously? Seriously.
white guy

3. Goodbye Sushi Dates, Hello McDonalds

In some parts of Asia, fast food establishments like McDonalds, Pizza Hut, and KFC are beginning to be seen as “chic” and “stylish” places to take your date. It looks a dollar menu first date isn’t such a bad idea after all.
mcdonalds

4. Couple Shirts Are Just the Beginning

Matching t-shirts for couples are just the tip of the iceberg in Asia. Matching lanyards, belts and phone cases — you name it, they’ll have it. matching

5. Virtual Girlfriends

As of late, there have been multiple reports of Japanese Otakus marrying inanimate objects. Everything from their virtual Nintendo DS girlfriend to an anime character pillow. No, unfortunately you didn’t misread that. A pillow.
pillow love

If you liked this post, check out Dating X-File #1: Your Dating Secrets Revealed!


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New York Date Spots

November 9, 2012/in Date Ideas, NYC, Uncategorized /by CMB

John Baldessari, “Double Play”
Double Play presents all new work by pioneering American artist John Baldessari. Combining art historical icons, Baldessari has created a sceries of paintings on canvas that aim “to make the unimportant important.” Complicating these strangely evocative pictures are texts, taken from the titles of popular songs, emblazoned across the bottom of each painting. This exhibit ends November 21st. So, enjoy it while it’s here!
WHAT: Artwork by John Baldessari
WHERE:  Marian Goodman Gallery (24 W 57th Street)
WHEN:  Nov. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, & 21
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John Pizzarelli and Jessica Molaskey: This Must Be the Place?


Enjoy dinner and watch as Mr. Pizzarelli and Ms. Molaskey explore the idea of “home” and all that it entails with their expert musicianship and singular wit. Audiences will be left reflecting on the meaning of “home” and what it feels like to search for it, find it, lose it, and run away from it. Mr. Pizzarelli (guitar and vocals) will lead a quartet consisting of younger brother Martin Pizzarelli (bass), Larry Fuller (piano), and Tony Tedesco (drums).

WHAT:  Performance by John Pizzarelli and Jessica Molaskey

WHERE:  Cafe Carlyle
WHEN:  Tuesday – Saturday @ 8:45 PM until Nov. 24
Buy tickets here

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