Fed Up with Dating Apps? ‘Date My Mate’ Events Let Your Friends Do the Talking

For many young people, the modern dating landscape has become a thankless cycle of endless swiping and ghosting, offering little hope of finding a meaningful connection. But as dating apps lose their appeal and a so-called 'relationship recession' looms, a fresh approach is gaining traction across the country: 'Date My Mate' nights, where singles let their friends pitch them to a room of potential partners.