Lost me soon as I heard $61 to WALK there

@gregkareem9824

Жыл бұрын

I would have left so quick

@saysoun752

Жыл бұрын

Not just $61 but, they charged more for bikes and bus. I was like WTF, why would I pay someone to go there? Not only that, they're charging you for a table and then the audacity to only order a certain meal as the other person had to get the exact same meal. No thank you, I'll pass.

@DJXcalibur

Жыл бұрын

This is when you slide the address for the function to a few unruly family members. Allow them to crash it for free. Then you get your refund for walking there🙈🤣🤣

@legofan1014

Жыл бұрын

That's some LA type shit.

@shawnlittle73

Жыл бұрын

Me too

i literally don't understand the purpose of any of this. walk? bring your own food? bring your own decor? sit on the street? pay for this privilege????

@KOSHIFROMTHEROC

Жыл бұрын

"Privilege"

@Bellecassie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! A few years back one of my good friends went with her ex school mates. She ‘claimed’ she enjoyed 👀 😂 but carrying your own table, chairs, table cloth etc paying a lot to sit with the same ppl you know all your life ….?! 👀 okay I’m good 🙅🏽‍♀️😂😂😂

@MonetJackson_here

Жыл бұрын

Paying to socialize. 😂

@ramhaven2322

Жыл бұрын

I'm with you.. completely miss the point, could have ate better and saved money and enjoyed yourself by staying home and eating a pizza or fire up the grill on the porch. This is just nonsense

@tabbykat2748

Жыл бұрын

Shyyyt, you could spend $30 for a public park permit and errrrrrbody could have fun...

This seems like the dumbest idea now that I’ve heard you explain it. You’re basically paying for a fancy block party but having less fun. That’s crazy! There’s no way I’m paying you to bring my food, table, decor, and sitting in the street…I can do that in my backyard for free 😂

@YahLotus

9 ай бұрын

And don't forget about paying to walk to this mysterious place. 😅 no way I'm doing that!

@deeshotcha2250

9 ай бұрын

Right this is not a scam you just dumb for wasting your money when they clearly told you what it was

@MoneyComethToshelia

9 ай бұрын

Or at the park or free Beach

@MoneyComethToshelia

9 ай бұрын

​@@deeshotcha2250 RIGHT! 😂

@Samiam173

3 ай бұрын

....soooooo when's the party?

I had at least 4 family members go to one this weekend, and when I saw their pics, I was like d@mmit I missed it again! I’m so glad I came across this video, because I would have been pissed wasting my money like that. The walking fee? Bring your own table and/or food? Just the hot air balloon basket? No way…

@YahLotus

9 ай бұрын

That basket 😂😂😂 black folk love photo ops😅

@awwwsnap4437

9 ай бұрын

@@YahLotus So true! 😭😭🤣

@alonzorogers5889

9 ай бұрын

Basket, no balloon 😂😂😂

.....how can they charge you to walk on public streets?? 😕

@dfoster4001

Жыл бұрын

That part. I’m certain the venue is paying a fee to insure the arrival/departure and they’re passing that premium on to the guests…

@chipmunk2729

Жыл бұрын

Maybe cuz they closed down the street or something I don't know.

@rafaelreyes9474

Жыл бұрын

For real it’s a public street not private

@lovedawn2152

Жыл бұрын

Great question 🫠

@dabanjo

Жыл бұрын

@dfoster4001 I get that, but the fee shouldn't be contingent on they got there. It's part of the entry fee, like any other reasonable venue. I've never once in my life heard of a fee based on how you got to the venue. That's insane. Also, walk, bike, and bus are the tiers? What kind of event is it when those are the 3 options? No valet? Drop off point? Limo?

Some people’s definition of fun is just being outside. I’m tired of being scammed at black catered events, clubs etc.. it’s always overpriced and underperformed.

@Moi_81

Жыл бұрын

This

@stephenfoster9091

Жыл бұрын

Lol it's actually not a "black event" it was started by the other skin-colored folk but through the years we took over and "made it a thing"🙄 I guess ... but nevermind all that I definitely feel you and agree with you though

@realrawuncutwreanna430

Жыл бұрын

I’m one of those people who enjoy being outside, but my outside fun don’t cost that much!! Jesus take the wheel 😂😂😂

@latierabarnes8136

Жыл бұрын

I agree with what everyone has said. It's the overpriced for me especially when it comes to black businesses. Can't talk about helping "our" people yet you worse than the toll Bridge. Not happening for me.

@CHANS1983

Жыл бұрын

Definitely one of those people

🤦🏽‍♀️ This is why WE are at the bottom of the financial totem pole in this country. We stay getting hustled. Whoever thew this event should be ashamed.

@shanescott1124

9 ай бұрын

That's crazy. You're right We're paying hundreds of dollars to go picnic while white folks are just going to the lake and doing it for free I understand support your community but nah this ain't right

@momoffive1081

9 ай бұрын

"We" I use quotes because I don't we anymore are at the bottom of EVERY metric not just the financial one. 😢

@elijahishere

9 ай бұрын

​@@momoffive1081this isnt true. Black women are the most educated group in this country and get more graduate degrees than any other group.

@mariewatson4272

9 ай бұрын

Why would you say something so stupid? Do you only know black people?? My city has a dinner every year on a bridge that they close off. It's $600 and it's nothing but white folk. They also have to walk far to the event. Also, in New Orleans the Zulu Ball is held yearly. You have to bring your own food to that. It has been happening forever. People come from all over the world to attend. You have a problem with that too? Man, I can't stand black people like you.

@hennesseyme9112

8 ай бұрын

I don't blame the person who threw it, but the people who went.

Listening, 8 years ago, I wanted to go to this event for the exciting experience they portrayed on social media. Once I read the rules on how to partake in the event it was a big HELL NO for me. The idea I had to pay to bring everything including the food, I was like, what kinda ghetto shit is this? It’s not like you’re paying for a nice location or view. It’s a waste of money, energy, and time. However, you’re so right about everyone’s idea of fun and how it varies.

@jackstone2176

3 ай бұрын

So you're too lazy to cook and bring your own food? They organize the event and rent the location. Do you get mad when you have to bring food and items to thanksgiving?

@ginab4084

3 ай бұрын

@@jackstone2176 Did I cussed your mother out? Why are you mad? Does this organization belongs to you personally? I don’t understand why you’re commenting on my post like I hurt you. TF.

Dinner en blanc is a fine example of people following a trend for the sake of social media. If I’m going to spend a few hundred, someone is bringing me my food & drinks in a nice vibe atmosphere. This is too much work.

@maxine2564

Жыл бұрын

Hundreds of dollars for the privilege of saying I was there. NO THANK YOU!! 😁

@markwilson9652

Жыл бұрын

Lol so True..my God one's born every minute they say, guess it's true.

@ericalivinglife693

Жыл бұрын

​@@maxine2564When I checked into it preCovid you had to be on a list and wait for an invite (Houston)😏 Pass

@LRamey

Жыл бұрын

Okay! Not to mention the bugs that was out there

@Michael-mt6yb

Жыл бұрын

@@maxine2564that’s fun for ppl. Saying I was there. I took pictures…we didn’t really do anything but it was lit 🤦🏾‍♂️

Everyone looked very nice, but it was really giving, "we're going to pretend we enjoy this since our money is spent."😂

@Faith-fl4wl

Жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking. They were saving face bc they knew they wouldn't get refunds.

@theoldschooldiva374

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@reddherron3373

Жыл бұрын

Truest comment ever…cause any rating after zero is clearly the attendees rating their outfits. They made the Brotha change just to sit in a parking lot tho?! If that’s the case every time I eat in my car is an “Event”. It would’ve been flipping tables like a bull in a store w fine china time - my coins back please. 💁🏽‍♀️🪙🪙🪙

@smileyt7581

Жыл бұрын

I was thinking they rated it high because they thought the video would be used for something official. Why lie??? Tell the truth... shame the devil!!!

@PhenomenalRNnewsblog

2 ай бұрын

That's an opinion and a false one. People literally are excited to come back the NEXT year. Some have went for 2 and 3 editions. What do you even mean? Just because you don't know what it means, doesn't mean you should comment

This is some BS! They paid $500+ to sit outside and decorate their own tables after a long walk….but can’t pay $10-$50 to come to a breast cancer event?? Smh.

Thank you for this. I thought I missed something last weekend. It was held in Atlanta and everyone posted like it was so extremely fun ..... Thx for saving me money and my sanity ❤

So y’all were charged to walk to the venue, set up your own table and food and sit in a parking lot for hours. With the ability to take photos in a half a hot air balloon with circus acts and human statues as entertainment until singers came and saved the night, then had to pack up your stuff and take it all back home? Just making sure I know what this thing is all about.

@Southern.Nappiness

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂LOL!!

@AatAhmose

Жыл бұрын

I thought the same. Basically you are throwing your own event. I can’t. Charges to walk , setup, bring your own food. Yeah the house sounds better

@esthers4861

Жыл бұрын

Wow!!! And you was still generous with a rating of 2, I wasn't there and yet I give them a 1 and that's because of the band/singer only; without the band/singer it would be a 0 🤔🤨. I'm embarrassed you had to go through that!

@drehardin

Жыл бұрын

So In Summary.... 🤣Bat Shit Crazy

@ogriss412

Жыл бұрын

Great analysis 😂💯

A bunch of grown people eating in the middle of the street and having to pay 100s of dollars to do so.... Only in america

@MrStruggle

Жыл бұрын

it started in france and is a worldwide thing lol. people are obsessed with status all around the world, not just america

@HermsWorldWide

Жыл бұрын

@@MrStruggle Yup, the fact people think this is only in America shows how far we've come. Ignorant continue to stay ignorant.

@spendmoneykwam

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@bbrown5463

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@adib6992

Жыл бұрын

😂 ikr

Thank you for sharing this! I had been considering going in Atlanta. I finally moved off the waitlist after 2 years, and was given an opportunity to purchase tickets. Thanks for letting me know I’m not missing anything. I will save my money.

Ok, I always wondered about this event and I love the way you did this review. There was no negativity, just straight FACTS!!! That’s the way you do a review. I hope other creatives take note.

That's why I never attend events like that. Most of them are always overpriced and overhyped. Thanks for keeping it 💯

@bigwill9421

Жыл бұрын

FACTS

@Ambrose_Evita

Жыл бұрын

💯

@lady4real75

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! A few of my friends went in California & said the same thing, overhyped.

@itoro22

Жыл бұрын

Facts! And outside in the heat just hot, sweaty, and miserable. I’m a homebody, and my friends know not to invite me to any events where it’s overhyped. Especially in this Texas heat; because I am quick to jump back in my car and head back to my home where I’m comfortable and chilling in my 60 degree apartment. I’m not paying no damn $61 for walking or anything for a trash event. Even if it’s free, I’m not going to any overhyped trash event. That’s why I love driving my car to places, because if the event sucks, I can just dip out and not have to worry about waiting until someone is ready. I always tell friends to drive their own car because if I’m ready to go, I can just leave. Lol

@TEEJAYBOS

Жыл бұрын

If u look at the ‘21 ‘22 promo for this it looks awesome they were at a college campus with marching band and at some huge park with way more people.. but $61 to walk there, no real food options for you or you guests, and u find out the location the day of, are super red flags 🚩 then u find out the cross street intersection is the picnic location 🤦🏽‍♀️

The fact that everyone at the same table had to eat the same thing is mind boggling. The minute I knew I had to pay to walk would've ended it for me. The audacity to charge people to walk on the streets and sidewalks they already pay for by paying taxes is crazy as hell.

@leelee5593

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@ramhaven2322

Жыл бұрын

It's kind of funny in a way and when he said some people bring there own food, I was thinking is this a skit or something. And that person acting like a statue(someone is paying that person to do that job)....I don't know anymore. Imagine having a high school reunion and hiring someone to act like a statue..I am just getting old I guess, I would have just backed up and took the 'L' and hiked back to my car

@aleshasinclair8529

Жыл бұрын

This the one right here the walking and food thing took me out and how you going to tell ppl they can’t wear shorts baybee it’s the summer it’s short sets that are classy like come on now

@birdhead73

Жыл бұрын

Each city organizes its own and has a group of volunteer organizers. I went to the one in Dallas a few years ago and you either rode the bus or used your own transportation but there was no walking😂. It was at Southfork Ranch (where they filmed the TV show Dallas). We brought our own food, like a picnic. If we had ordered catering, each person could select their own entree. Everyone did not have to eat the same thing. Their organizers did them dirty. I loved the one I went to.

@SRT_Kasey

Жыл бұрын

That part. But this generation is soooo fucking gullible. “Anything for the gram” stupid af lol

Thank you for this. My friend wanted us all to go this year. They have it in Baltimore & DC. Once I heard about everything you have to do… it was a hard 🗣️No for me.

“Nike’s in dis bih” lol😂

I've never heard of a Dinner en blanc. But I don't see the point of a place where you have to bring your own food and tables just to listen to music and a few performances. I feel it's the exclusivity of paying for an event and wearing all white that makes people think it is better than what it really is. It's almost as if people can't admit that it wasn't worth it after they spent all that time getting ready and paying for it.

@zigzung5569

Жыл бұрын

Yep, the kind of event that aspiring middle class black folk attend to convince themselves they're above the ghetto class.

@shaelynp7630

Жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@reereedaz.masmas126

Жыл бұрын

That part 😮

@Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo

Жыл бұрын

Some people aren't broke and don't mind paying to have a good social time. You realize you don't own rationale, correct? You should tone down speaking so matter of factly.

@pyeclam

Жыл бұрын

@@Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo do you think chimetime is broke too? You seem desperate to justify your own bad choices.

I live in Charlotte and never understood why people enjoy this event. I think it gives them a sense of status. No thanks. They pay to set up and provide all your own shit. Sounds stupid to me.

@minapane

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree

@torianwilkins3986

Жыл бұрын

I live in Lincolnton, and I be damn if I drive 30 to 45 mins to waste money on that event 😂

@heathgentry1794

Жыл бұрын

Facts!

@antoniohoward981

Жыл бұрын

@@ronb.6834my sentiments

@minapane

Жыл бұрын

I live in Denver and all my friends in CLT acted this event was EVERYTHING. I never saw the attraction.

Damn! That reminded of a story I heard a while ago about one of these & I remember the women saying it wasn’t worth it & that she didn’t have a good time at all.

I love your commentary!!! You are hilarious. You seem like a lot of fun💖

Some years ago I planned to take my wife for her birthday here in DC and it was a little more expensive then the price you quoted. But when I looked at all of the stipulations and basically the fact that I would be providing everything for the date and all they were did was get a permit to block off a street, my own street senses went off and I was like “ Oh this is some BS!”

@Jerseychica973

Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah...too many rats be coming out the drain area for me in DC can you imagine 😮

@basicinfo2022

Жыл бұрын

Smart. Many red flags.

@TheEnigmaticDeenTruth

Жыл бұрын

Glad I missed that flyer LoL

@d0misworld962

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I would suggest looking at how/where they do it in your city. Ours was on a beautiful fair ground and was nothing like what he described. I would never have paid to go sit on the street 😂😂😂😂

@gildedpeahen876

Жыл бұрын

They made a whole business off getting a permit from the city. The thought of an expensive dinner party where I have to bring my own food and table, chairs and decor is a bridge too far for me.

My friend was a table leader this year and asked me if i wanted to go. I said yes. When i went to the website to book my tixs i saw all of the nonsense you have to go through and decided not to go. I'm lucky...i couldve gotten finessed.

As someone who went to school down there (UNCG) 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😩😩😩😩😩😩 Glad you are telling the truth 😩 Sorry you paid and didn't have a good time. 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Some people love being outside and around other people.....and are willing to pay for it....and depending on what they came looking for ❤🤷🏾‍♀️ I'm with you though ....this seems stupid to pay for and put together...I think I wouldve felt like you as well....I don't like not knowing so that alone would've made me mad 🤣 🙄💯🙏🏼

What was the purpose of the hot air basket and no balloon?🤦🏽‍♀️this is a solid no for me

@shawnhistory

Жыл бұрын

Lmao I thought the same shit. So they took pictures underneath an open flame. 😂

@KatieHuni

Жыл бұрын

Fr what if that sh goes wrong and malfunctions burning me? Nope not going in that thing 😂

@DrNickRiveria

Жыл бұрын

That was funny as shit

@Ohhthatsq336

Жыл бұрын

There was a thunderstorm in the area and they couldn’t fly due to the clouds limiting visibility.

@leonsprings8517

Жыл бұрын

That had to be the funniest thing I saw on this video😅😂 And they were actually thinking they were at some exclusive event

So years ago my ex and her friends invited me to go to the one in NYC. When she explained to me everything that it entailed, I looked at her like she was dumb and said "You Buggin.... Hell No!!" I gave them a ride close to the event and watched them as they struggled in 90+ degree weather to drag the tables, chairs, decor, and food several nyc blocks (I couldn't help because I wasn't allowed to drive closer). It's a whole scam. People try to pretend it's fun because they don't want to feel stupid about their decision to go.

@Likelyfairy

Жыл бұрын

Shit sounds lame asf

@serenapalmer1220

Жыл бұрын

Dang!

@brandonellis8111

Жыл бұрын

You said the magic words "feel stupid". Its not a scam. A scam is arriving and there's no chairs or tables etc. These people are just dumb asf 😒 because they knew everything before going in.

@CoutureThug

Жыл бұрын

They didn't want to admit to not having a good time after spend $500+

@SpokenIntoExistence

Жыл бұрын

😅😅wow

Y'all could have went to the park FOR FREE and did all that! Thank you for your honest review... There's another video on YT exposing the same event but it was in Philly (literally around the same time this was done) smh... Straight up SCAM!!

Thanks for this post! I’m in NYC and I’ve BEEN saying “hell nah!” to my bestie who’s been wanting to go for years! 😂 however I’ve seen posts from other friends on social media for years too and I also have a bit of FOMO. That said I aint paying no money to get sweaty and wear all white on the damb train to a function that I gotta carry my own tables and chairs, silverware, and glasses FOH. It’s beyond me why anyone would want to do this. I’m too cute for this! 😅

From you mentioned the cost, I would have dresses up in white and sat in my back yard eating leftovers and a glass of wine rather than giving them my money. All it was was a glorified street party in a dicey area. Yes, a scam!

@erickn7985

Жыл бұрын

Bro they in a middle of the street l😂😂

@yourtrunkrattles4398

Жыл бұрын

Nah got my ass lil ceessars and some blunts and youtube😂

@Morkiemom53

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂❤

@Morkiemom53

Жыл бұрын

@@erickn7985and it’s not a good street! I live in Greensboro

@sugamama9444

Жыл бұрын

Hello!!!

People enjoy spending their money on things they feel are “exclusive” and that’s how this event got to be so popular. They just want to be able to say “oh yes we were at such and such event.” But many won’t support events with substance, that are actually interesting and beneficial. This is why I go with my own flow. Thanks for the review.

@beprettylife

Жыл бұрын

These people imo are too prideful to admit they got played and probably feel compelled to support a black business.

@empyrean196

Жыл бұрын

Yeah. It’s fancy/pricey marketing to brand a name. Sometimes the quality can live up to the hype. Just depends on what’s being advertised. The getaway could be worth it for some, but subpar for others.

@heysimmone

Жыл бұрын

​@@beprettylifethis is not a Black business. Dîner En Blanc started in urban areas of France as a pop up dinner party of sorts. They just branched out to the American market over the past decade or so and started licensing out the events. That's how "we" got in on it. It's still not worth the trouble in my book.

@kelila_1688

Жыл бұрын

​@@heysimmone"Dinner En Blanc" ?? This is the first time I've heard of this FAD, 😂 but it will be entertaining to watch the videos that will be posted. 😂🤣😭😂😂

@TheresaPowers

Жыл бұрын

@@beprettylife you are full of shit.

Hahaha i laughed so hard at y'all paying to walk to the venue lol You delivered this well though💯

Our guide wasn't from the area and got us lost. We waited about 2 hours in silence as well. I'm a big foodie and was excited. Tiny portions that were a 3 in flavor at best. Live music canceled (life happens) and they grabbed some random person I assume to try and entertain us. Overall I'd say a 2 as well. Only brought up by the table next to us. Funny ah people! Good video for sure! I'll be coming back for more content :)

I like to support black businesses, but we gotta stop with the price gouging. It’s crazy af

@guyjackson1261

Жыл бұрын

I feel you, I love to support white businesses

@lakersboy132

Жыл бұрын

White people have these too. It isn’t price gouging if people willingly paid for it. Especially when it isn’t a necessity

@rommieyay4444

Жыл бұрын

The “Support black businesses” mantra done got to these restaurants and events places heads. Some black businesses don’t need to be supported. I’ve gone to too many places were the costumer service is terrible, the prices are inconsistent or scammy, the quality is inconsistent. We don’t have to support black people just because they’re black.

@nca4794

Жыл бұрын

It's not gouging when you have the money to participate. And, why are you calling out black businesses when there are other groups holding events like these. C'mon now.

@Jeanology

Жыл бұрын

This isn't even a black business, I believe it was started by someone in Paris

I’m glad I saw this video. I live in Charlotte and I was thinking about attending next year. Nope, I’ll pass. Not paying all that money to pay to walk the streets, bring my own food and set up my own table. I can do all that in my own backyard with my homegirls. Thank you for this honest and transparent review.

@Kims_Whims

Жыл бұрын

Dang right.

@candi433

Жыл бұрын

This is insane....

@camillefostertaylor9858

Жыл бұрын

Precisely this is more of a fancy kickback

@TanishaMichelle

Жыл бұрын

@@camillefostertaylor9858 it didn’t seems so fancy walking to the event, lugging tables and decor and doing the complete setup in their good, crisp white attire. I would pay to come to a nice event where all that is already completed. It looks more like a “fancy” d-i-y gathering. 🤷🏾‍♀️

@camillefostertaylor9858

Жыл бұрын

@@TanishaMichelle You know, you are so right because dayum I gotta provide my own table, chairs and food. Basically a BYO everything 🤣

The balloon basket w no balloon? Lord almighty! Talk about a scam. I can't believe ppl pay so much for this when a backyard bbq would've been much more enjoyable.

OMG thank you for reviewing this thing!!! I remember finally opting to buy tix to this "experience"..... paid like $120 (for 2 people) and, a couple days before, bowed out. That's when we got the full scope of what was needed.... Table, chairs, walking, food blah blah blah. Me n my bestie had a quick huddle and decided it wasn't worth it. Let the $120 go to waste because it just felt like more of an expensive headache than it was worth. I enjoy the Noir Picnic though. Concept is similar but you know where you're going from jump and they don't make it seem so secret society-ish. Buy a table or bring one. Dope entertainment. Wear wine colors. Food is basic af so bring ya own! Gotta drink their stuff but we buy a table that comes with a bottle. Etc. Nice lil time. 😊

People buy into the exclusivity! For that short period of time they really think they are a part of the elite! I’m with you! It’s a joke!

@basicinfo2022

Жыл бұрын

You have more elite experience and exclusivity by just staying at a 5 star hotel in your area than this event.

@janicejennings6245

Жыл бұрын

It's not exclusive though. Packing a lunch and dragging a table behind you sure ain't elite! 😂😂

@movingforward-fc4lg

Жыл бұрын

@@janicejennings6245exactly looking like a fool

@jameshill8493

Жыл бұрын

@@basicinfo2022I know for that much money you could have gone to the nicest restaurant in the city😂

@grabbagconversations2802

Жыл бұрын

@@janicejennings6245😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

They have it in NYC also. It plays on people's desire to belong to and participate in something exclusive. It is a scam.

@Elohimsdaughter1083

Жыл бұрын

I live in NYC and I've never heard of it however I heard about a block party.

@mellabeautynyc8587

Жыл бұрын

@@Elohimsdaughter1083 same I live here and never heard of it

@spendmoneykwam

Жыл бұрын

Never heard of this in NYC.

@latishawise5450

Жыл бұрын

@@Elohimsdaughter1083 They have it in the summer. I used to see attendees waiting in midtown on 39th and 7th next to the sewing needle and button statue. They do it in Brooklyn and Newark NJ also.

@ritzharper1630

Жыл бұрын

​@@spendmoneykwam I've seen it on the news when it's in NYC

I am so glad I found this! Because I've wanted to attend, but scheduling conflicts happen each time. I'll save my loot 😊

Im hosting my very 1st Dinner En Blanc labor day weekend right in my backyard for fam and friends. Much more fun, personal, drinks and food will be on point with a white tent, table cloth, chairs and tablescape! Music is great, we'll play 50 cents bingo, Black trivia, limbo, horse shoes etc all while dressed up or down in our white outfits. I love the concept. Bn prepping for several weeks so that it is a memorable experience for all. Will try to return after and post pics!

This is the prime example as to why we are the biggest consumers yet the smallest producers in this country.

@qwerty1994ize

Жыл бұрын

We loveeee to have fun 🤦🏿‍♂️

@tmason1636

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! We love putting money in others pockets with no return.

@Casanovaelrey

Жыл бұрын

It's not the "have fun" part. It's that were keep letting "Black business" scam and guilt is into accepting bad or inferior service under the guise of of "coming together". Everyone else has just as much fun and they're going fine.

@tmason1636

Жыл бұрын

@@Casanovaelrey Well to be fair we’re accepting poor and inferior products in dealing with others as well. We just don’t complain about those same services because we begged them to take our money. I’ve learned poor and inferior products and services has no color bounds.

@yaszit2210

Жыл бұрын

This started in France …it’s not an American invention… it’s been adopted by other countries and each state/ country does it different it depends on the cities sponsors .. you can bring outside food and drink, wear shorts etc as long as the attire is white…. it’s a fancy picnic… sounds like the organizers for the event that he attended were not true to the decorum and rules…

What? This is ridiculous. You might as well make your own picnic with your friends. They charge you to walk? So basically they had you provide all your own things and then post it on social media it making it look like they organized this great event. What a scam!

@othersbyuri

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate how you asked them to rate without giving giving you’re experience. But would’ve loved to see them after you shared, bet it was similar and they’re just going with it 😭✌🏽

A basket of a hot air balloon 😳😂man we got to do better !! This looks horrible especially with the amount of money that was spent 🤦🏿‍♂️

Getting angry watching this... this is a completely messed up ripoff. And them rudely turning your group away for wearing shorts when plenty of other people wore them is infuriating. I think that's a very generous 2. I'm glad some people still managed to enjoy themselves but that's more of a credit to them for having a good spirit and optimistic attitude than anything the organizers did. Also, thank you for shouting out the musicians and performers at the event, it's not their fault that the people running the show suck.

When I heard about this years ago, I told my hubby and we both agreed that we’d prefer going out to a nice restaurant, over bringing our own food and everything else, just to feel like you’re at an exclusive event. I’m not impressed at this idea, and yes, it has scam written all over it. 😬🙄

Bruh how do people fall for this bs 😂. The people “enjoying” themselves only enjoying it because they think they’re part of some high class institution. But they’re there to fill up other people pockets and look like idiots sitting in the middle of the road.

@Syriariasha

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂 you said it best

@Rob-jt6kv

Жыл бұрын

Got um!😂

@HisbeautifulTruth-nl1ch

Жыл бұрын

"..in the middle of the road!"🤣🤣

@bdubz_det

Жыл бұрын

Most people are sheep to the marketing machine and have no idea.

@DevineLoved

Жыл бұрын

Black fall for anything especially what they see on social media they’re not too bright these days lol he said solid 2 ! It started off on social media 😂

They came to my city and my best friend wanted to go soo bad. I read the rules and how everything worked and said it was b.s. I'm so glad I didn't waste my time. Lmfao, I knew it was some str8 b.s. Thanks for your honesty and video

Why in the world would anyone want to throw money away on this smh

@HermsWorldWide

Жыл бұрын

Because they think it rises them up the social ladder. When in reality it really doesn't. Just typical people with excessive amounts of money being manipulated into giving money to others.

@Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo

Жыл бұрын

They aren't broke like you, maybe just maybe?

@KatieHuni

Жыл бұрын

@@Y0utubeIsFuckingHomo Telling other people broke but are you? 🤡

@elijahishere

Жыл бұрын

​@@Y0utubeIsFuckingHomoyou are in so many comment threads on this video calling people broke when we know your bank account isn't even in the triple digits, babe. Move around

@bingbongakajoe-byron653

Жыл бұрын

Like he said he didn’t know until they got there and at that point they already paid half so they just stayed yo enjoy themselves

Why would I pay someone to bring my own materials?! At that rate I would definitely go setup my own “picnic” for the free99. I’d even go as far as poaching their guest list to tell people about the more affordable “picnic” down the way🤷🏾‍♂️😂

@mousalini4095

Жыл бұрын

They did one at Centennial Park in Atlanta. It looked like they were having fun while my party was going to The Aquarium. The music was cool and it had to be about 2000 people.

@heysimmone

Жыл бұрын

​@@mousalini40952,000 at the minimum $61 is a $122k payday that they got in advance. I wonder how much of that goes to the Dîner en Blanc International, Inc for licensing fees? Is the host even making any money? Is this why everyone who works the event are volunteers? We need to stop doing the heavy lifting for other people's benefit at the expense of our own.

@TrueOrigins1618

Жыл бұрын

@@mousalini4095I was at the aquarium that day too. I watched for a good while. It seemed just okay. Cute set up though

4:07 i recognized that voice and was like, "hold on....is that big baby!!??" Oh shyt, you got a famous comedian in that thang! Lmao

Think the Sean gentleman attended undergrad with me. Great reporting. Subscribed to your page/channel. Thanks!

Why in TF would anyone want to do this? It’s like paying $1000 for a 4 day 3 night all inclusive cruise, but you have to bring everything including the boat, food, booze, beds, staff, ocean, etc.

@mr.chimetime

9 ай бұрын

Right smh lol

That’s the dumbest scam I’ve ever heard of. It’s like purchasing a piece of the moon and you’ll never go there.

@joe-tatothepotatobiden47

Жыл бұрын

My great great great great grandkids will be laughing when they stand on my 1 sqft property on the moon. Jokes on you!

@SanFranDentist94301

Жыл бұрын

😂

@Ambrose_Evita

Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

@kelila_1688

Жыл бұрын

💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

This guy deserves his own show on the food network. He’s a good narrator

@TheresaPowers

Жыл бұрын

He's full of shit and a racist.

@riseng166

Жыл бұрын

i totally agree

@user-mv9dn8lj3i

Жыл бұрын

Yes he is kudos to him.

@803jcarolina

11 ай бұрын

Yall do know that he.. nvm 🙂

@R07170

11 ай бұрын

@@803jcarolinathat he what??!

My homie wen I need to get appetite i smoke or watch ya channel 😂😂💯💪🏾🔥🔥

You did all the work and because we are wearing all WHITE clothing it’s special. They really did a mind game on us and we keeping felling for it.

@Zx14rrrrrrrrrrr

Жыл бұрын

Speak for yourself. I'm not falling for this foolishness 😂

@alexricky87

Жыл бұрын

Of all the colors to wear, why White? What is being communicated when a large group of black people wear White?

@Todzilla98

Жыл бұрын

@@alexricky87 absolutely nothing which makes me wonder what she's even talking about. What an idiot.

@kdeloris2225

Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@metaLungiez

Жыл бұрын

​@@alexricky87Ask P Diddy, he's the one who popularized white parties.

when he showed where they were staying lol... it was looking like the Fyre Festival LOL

@Janine.Najarian

Жыл бұрын

with the sad raggedy cheese sandwiches 😂

@elizabethbaca2535

Жыл бұрын

Exactly!

Well the way you explained it sucks to be in Greensboro but me and my wife have been to the one in Houston for the last 5 years and have a blast every year

First I want to say hello, I've never watch the channel before this is my first time and I did enjoy the video. I wanted to also say you are right that seems like it's set up to benefit the people running, it doesn't really seem organized or designed to actually make sure that the people that are basically paying them to have good time. Really it just seemed very uncomfortable for you guys and not much like a picnic. Then to add insult to injury it seems like to then ask you to act like you had a good time and wave that little white cloth around. To be honest that seems designed just to fool the next group of people into thinking it's going to be a wonderful time. I was glad to see that you and your friends at least had a good time towards the end of it. Anyway I enjoyed your video, and I am going to subscribe to your channel so I can watch more of them.

Our people will pay any amount of money to be seen. Being fly and being seen are our most important values. 🤦🏿‍♂️

@asmrmike5215

Жыл бұрын

Sad but true

@TheAltairrush

Жыл бұрын

Yeah my black ass will never understand that mentality

@goodgirl170

Жыл бұрын

True so true

@lakersboy132

Жыл бұрын

This isn’t a black thing. White people throw these too

@nca4794

Жыл бұрын

I wouldn't go so far as to say it's our values, but we definitely will show up. That's not exclusive to us though. I think it's being seen "doing well" that's the clencher for most people, which is probably why it got rated so high by everyone except Mr. Chimetime. 😂 No way I'm paying to walk to a picnic in the street. 🙃

First off thank you for an honest opinion of this event. I was invited last yr but declined bc the math was not mathing!! However everyone else seemed interested and thought it sounded "fun". Shelling out hundreds of dollars to walk, set up AND bring my own food sans alcohol was a 🚩🚩🚩, well at least for me anyway. Appreciate you taking one for the team 💪🏾😅

@chocolatte522

Жыл бұрын

I mean... what exactly were they charging for? $500 and I have to eat the same thing as everyone at my table? The table I dragged behind me walking in and set up by myself?????? Just so I can say I sat down to eat with a bunch of other people in white... at a park with food so all the oopsies show up????

@Msboochie2

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I don’t understand this. This sounds like a regular picnic, where everyone is wearing white as opposed to the family/ organization t-shirt. Why would they pay to bring their own stuff? The park doesn’t even look very nice at all.

@yessica3420

Жыл бұрын

The whole time I was thinking that they could have spent that money to go to a fancy restaurant, you get to dress up nice and have someone else serve you

@tiffanymitchell9604

11 ай бұрын

SOOO!?! What did your friends think 🤔 did they think it was worth it!!???

@deedeetoro

10 ай бұрын

@@tiffanymitchell9604 I'm not close with anyone that decided to go lol. For the ones I kinda knew that went(friends of close friends) they said they had a good time but weren't pressed about going again....

The hot air basket was the most BAFFLING thing!! What on earth??? What was the point or enjoyment? Even taking a photo, I would be too embarrassed to post it, there wasn’t anything to see! 😂😂😂😂😂😂

You should experience the one in Greenville SC. I’ve been twice. We had a blast from beginning to end. It’s a different experience than just going to the club. You can order what you want, not the same for each person or bring your own. The band was there from the beginning and when they left there was a DJ. It’s not for everybody because some people don’t think it’s worth the money to buy all the essentials that are needed and bring your own food to sit outside all dressed up but if that’s the case it’s not for you. I felt that way the first time as I was preparing to go, but once we got there, the experience was amazing. You should look it up on KZread in all the different cities and countries around the world and see how they celebrate. It’s amazing.

I got invited, but when they said bring your own food, I was like Why would I pay to bring my wine food? No thanks. I know several people who went. No one has ever come back and told me how much fun they had 😂😂😂

This review was so accurate. A overrated picnic is definitely what it is. And you're right, everybody's definition of a good time is different.....OBVIOUSLY!! I would have been highly pissed and disappointed. I'm still stuck on the nerve of them having this event where they had it!! THE NERVE MAN!!!!!! Shout out to your review, and I hope everyone watches it.

@blackgardenersmatter7066

Жыл бұрын

Everyone who's tripping off the location in Greensboro understand that the organizer had to secure a whole street to shut down in the middle of the spring/summer when its festival time, vacay time, etc. Let me see y'all get down city hall and work that out... Lol. 😂😂 😂

@SweetMissMikka

Жыл бұрын

@@blackgardenersmatter7066there were plenty of other places to choose from with the type of money they charged..it did not have to be on the street. Like a garden perhaps lmao.. cut it out 🙄

@blackgardenersmatter7066

Жыл бұрын

@@SweetMissMikka I explained in another comment that people need to research the event before commenting. Its alway been an outdoor event in unsuspecting obscure locations. The pricing is because of the exclusivity of the event. It's like an expensive pocket or watch in a live experience. Should've been more in reality

@SwKinfinite

Жыл бұрын

@@blackgardenersmatter7066Man this event clearly sucked nobody wants to hear about City hall the minds that created this were not imaginative or understood luxury nor great service. You could absolutely not get away with this in the big cities

@ladys5289

Жыл бұрын

​@blackgardenersmatter7066 A garden is outside. It could've been in the parking lot of the Coliseum, on a high school track, soccer, baseball or football field. All are options that would require less walking but are better locations.

I was on the waiting list forever here in ATL then got the invite last year and this year. I declined after hearing these types of stories and all of the hassle they take you through just to have a picnic in an unknown location.

I saw this on another YTer's channel (who promotes wise ways to earn and use money), and I could not figure out the point of this whole "experience". I watched that video twice, to conclude that there was no point. Thanks for this!

$61 to walk, bring my own food, and can't bring a nip?!? Nah, im good...

@blakeog2034

Жыл бұрын

Bitch I’m sneaking a flask in lol

I went once in MD. Everything he says is correct. It’s ridiculous and our experience was just as lack luster. You pay to do all the work. Not to mention at the end of the night you have to carry bags of trash from your food items. They couldn’t even take a percentage of all the money charged for trash removal. Never again.

@sandycollins1047

Жыл бұрын

I forgot about the trash removal...there was that too. Never again.

@wanda01141

Жыл бұрын

Oh hell no.

@thatssocrie

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for saying that for me Wanda

@tameone

9 ай бұрын

Aren't you the idiot for going?

That must be in the city you went to. Chicago is lit! It’s always a vibe here. We can bring whatever we want here to eat & drink.

The epitome of lack of hospitality. Sure looks like a money grab

They can have that smh. I went to see Saxophonist Jeanette Harris back in October 2022, which was as all white event. I only paid $45 for the tickets, free parking and the jazz show exceeded everyone's expectations.

Love it when you Expose the blatant shameless scams, the fact that they have the audacity to catch an attitude with anyone paying them those outrages prices shows how pathetic they truly are! As for those folks tht were finding way to still have fun, GOD BLESS THEIR SOULS!!

@chipwilliams6236

Жыл бұрын

The fact that they charge you to walk should of been a red flag.

@Yohg1i

Жыл бұрын

@@chipwilliams6236 PREACH

@MissKimLifeStyle

Жыл бұрын

@@chipwilliams6236Walking while carrying chairs & food. It’s an immediate hell no.

Not CITI TRENDS!!! 🤣 Thanks for showing an alternative perspective to this!

@jbaru648

4 ай бұрын

They had to walk there then walk back to the picnic lol

Thank you for sharing, was tempted to go Paris (I live in London) for one, but glad I didn’t waste my money

It's terrible when you have a bad experience and others don't, it makes you feel like you were singled out. Darren "Big Baby" is from Wild N Out.

@jeanninegorden8142

Жыл бұрын

I love Darren! That was a nice surprise!

@tatyananachelle4684

Жыл бұрын

I knew I recognized his face 😅

@bleev9590

Жыл бұрын

Yeah and he probably wouldn’t rate it bad for PR

@jasondwyer5324

Жыл бұрын

I knew he looked familiar!!! Good catch

@yelxebi.392

Жыл бұрын

He has his own channel too....because I've seen him around too but FOR SURE HELL NOT on Wilding out...cause I don't watch that lame sh*t.

I'd be asking for money back The people you interviewed are capping

They deserved the 2 rating just for the hypocrisy about the shorts and being rude to you about it.

I’ve done this in Las Vegas and Los Angeles and both were lit! You do need to be prepared and pack well.

I totally agree! We have one here in Michigan and the crazy thing is that they invite you, give a short time to pay and respond. And AFTER you pay they send a long ass email explaining the details. I paid $150 for 2 and never showed up. I refused to spend $500 more dollars to white tables, chairs, silverware, plates, food, drinks, tablecloth, decor and wagon. So I myself can pull this mess down the street (not knowing what street) on a hot summer day in my beautiful white linens. Crazy!!!! The biggest scam. After the party found out the people who paid for transportation were dropped off in a damn yellow school bus with no air conditioning to a high school football field in the hood😂!!

@janicerenee2240

Жыл бұрын

What is it called in Michigan

@MidlifeCharm

Жыл бұрын

@janicerenee2240 Diner En Blanc Grand Rapids there may be one on Detroit as well. There is a video here on KZread somewhere.

@KeepItnMotion

10 ай бұрын

What year was this and what city? I paid for one of the events back in 2019 and it still hasn't happened to this day 2023

@goodejudie4337

9 ай бұрын

Oooh, that's just wrong on so many levels.

We have it in Philly, but I never understood why I would want to pay money to dress up in white and carry and sweat to go eat food that I had to make with a bunch of people. I always thought it was dumb and a scam! Glad you brought this up!!!

@aq5118

Жыл бұрын

Yess I have been wanting to go to the one in Philly but glad I have not bc it's too humid to walk anywhere &carry a rack of shit 😂

@MrsLollipopMadness

Жыл бұрын

Yes, this was one event that has been so overrated. I never got the concept. Plus, that last minute ish I can not vibe with. Esp in the city heat. Side note: @cookEdoeface I used to love your page. I followed you years ago. I will catch up on the content I've missed from you. Esp, those good drinks you used to make. Stay blessed!

@Phillygoat1983

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm good on dat 😂😂😂

@carleeb2344

Жыл бұрын

It’s actually fun in Philly. Some years are better than others but we typically have fun

@CookEDoeFace

Жыл бұрын

@@MrsLollipopMadness Hey! Awww glad you use to watch. Yeah I stopped the show and started focusing on other things, but I’m still around. Maybe one day I will pop back up.🥰🥊

@mr.chimetime 😂 This tickled me! I used to plan these before the pandemic! I can't lie, #ItsAlot! You gotta go to one of the bigger ones…Philadelphia & NYC always go hard!!!!

Just WOW! Thank You for sharing your feedback. You thinking that was a WHOLE STATUE took me out 😂😂😂

Gotta respect him for not just talking about his experience but also getting the opinion of other people at the event

There was a crappy event like this in my area. We were literally in a big ass play pen. It was horrific. And when we talked to our friends about it they claimed they had a GREAT TIME! LIES!

@sassynj1264

Жыл бұрын

Not a play pen😂😂😂😂

@sugamama9444

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@aq5118

Жыл бұрын

Omg play pen 😂😂😂😂😩😩😩

@agissendanner83

Жыл бұрын

This CAN NOT be a true story.😮 Like how did anybody go for this foolishness? They charged y’all to walk to and set yup your own party in a bad area and made y’all pay to eat shit u may not have wanted? Sounds real twilight zonish. Tell me how multiple people with common sense agreed to this?

@deedeetoro

Жыл бұрын

Apparently they must serve denial juice there too bc EVERYONE that attends always talks about how much fun it is but I never hear about them making plans to go again 🤣

Bro you ran into big baby darren from wild n out and you didnt even seemed surprised 4:06 lmao 😂😂😂😂😂😂

When Chime said "all white", I had a different thought 😂

My daughter asked me to attend with her in Baltimore one year. After learning all the details, I couldn’t stop laughing at what I thought was the absurdity of it all 🤣🤣 she finally gave up and was like “never mind, mom” 🤣🤣 She did attend with some friends & stated they had “fun”

@brokehalo101

Жыл бұрын

Show her this video and tell me what she says

@theoldschooldiva374

Жыл бұрын

​@@brokehalo101right 😂

@d.c.5033

9 ай бұрын

It’s sound similar to a picnic or a party in the park except it’s run by someone else and all of the acts they employ, hence why you’re paying the group leader to walk you to the event, etc. People have to get paid.

I thought this was an elegant vibe with them providing the food and everything. Had no idea this was bring your own food/drink. Thanks. I will pass on this.

@jbthajugganaut793

Жыл бұрын

The $61 to walk is what most befuddling to me.

@popwilly3080

Жыл бұрын

A dressed up potluck that you have to pay for with "familiar faces" in the crowd🥴.

@quitafarlo8625

Жыл бұрын

My first time going I thought the same thing. This was a straight picnic had people all dressed up for nothing.

@SanFranDentist94301

Жыл бұрын

I can't believe it. We have a large concert venue with modern acts backed by the municipal symphony. People bring picnic baskets and dine al fresco. This other stuff is just a trap for escapees from the Black pan Hellenic council!😂😂😂😂😂

@lulu-bp5qv

Жыл бұрын

Every sunday we BBQ in the back yard😂

This video taught me that “Not everyone that looks smart, is smart..” like how someone tells you of an event like that and you think it’s a good idea to go 😒 you have to have standards

Jus the basket of a hot air balloon is hysterical 🤦🏾‍♂️lol

I attended one time (years ago) in Brooklyn, NY. It was a "one and done" for me. First of all, waiting to get the location caused me so much anxiety cause the info came "late". Then we have to carry all our food & drink, and set up. People went ALL OUT with their table theme's and decor, it was insane. But all of this is just for social media, I swear Sir, you can do so much better if you & your friends get together in someones back yard, a park, rent a villa with a pool (now we talking 😅) and do your own thing.

@xraychey

Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah or an Airbnb

I had some coworkers planning to go this event in DC in 2019. Every time they explained all of the work they had to do to prepare and pack wagons of food and walk, my response was “and that’s fun 🥴”

@lstockton8468

9 ай бұрын

First time I'd ever heard of it was the DC one. I laughed until I was sick when it heard the cost and requirements. 😂😂😂😂 Folks will sign up for any old bs...

@ionwhy2561

9 ай бұрын

You have to repeat it back to them to make sure they get it!!

I had always wanted to go to one of these, but once I found out that you had to bring EVERYTHING yourself it was a no go for me. Especially having to fight to get tickets in the first place and paying all that money.

You need to come to the DMV!! Dinner En Blanc in DC is lit!!!!

Ladies and Gents this is the true definition of Pimping! 😂 I’ve never been and the thrill was always lost when I found out about everything you just mentioned all in my clean white attire. 😮🤦🏾‍♀️ It has been a hard pass for me and this confirmed what I never missed. Thank you

The people making money off the event: 1. Dîner en Blanc International Inc for licensing the name to organizers in 85 countries. 2. Walmart for all those wagons 3. Amazon for all those mini tables.

@4everdee33

Жыл бұрын

Ahhh thats what it is. The name is being licensed! Gotta be, because the quality of the events doesn't seem consistent across the board.

@copiouscat

Жыл бұрын

Don’t forget Dollar tree or family dollar with all the aluminum foil and miscellaneous items supplied 🤣

@Jermaine_is_watching_you

Жыл бұрын

You left out the entertainers, the people who prepare a $60 salmon plate🤦🏾‍♂️ and the event organizers 🤔

@vanitytee0158

Жыл бұрын

@@Jermaine_is_watching_you They aren’t paid. It’s all voluntary. (and exposure) I’ve sat on the planning board…

@jenga227

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Exactly!