Vince Ricco, a New York City writer with a colorful career as a matchmaker, former theater artist, school principal, and cruise director, crafts engaging articles exploring love, life, and human connections. Drawing inspiration from diverse experiences and fascinating individuals, Vince offers perceptive commentary and invites readers on a journey through the complexities of modern existence and dating, sprinkled with a hint of whimsy. Follow our blog and social media for insightful discussions and entertaining insights into our emotional lives.
How we convey messages with our bodies is entirely culturally subjective, and for our US readership living in one of the largest cultural mosaics on earth, reading those messages can be confusing. To boot, a lot of us are living with some form of anxiety or another, and the way we express ourselves and engage […]
We’ve recently published a brief guide with suggestions for what you can talk about on a date. Key take-aways from that, in a modern world and with a suitable dating partner, might have led you to understand that the sky is practically the limit. We’re sticking to that, fervently, and adding to it here: with […]
For better or for worse, your dating profile is essentially a marketing and branding project, and your platform(s) of choice part of a much larger context. This article is designed to take a look at that context in a global way, and to distill some solid practices to empower online daters to put their best […]
There’s a ton of conflicting information out there about what we should expect in our dating endeavors. We’re also not merely grappling with what to expect, but whether we should even have expectations to begin with. In this epoch, caught somewhere between a sea of casual hooking up, a constant barrage of instant communication, and […]
Breaking up can be gut-wrenchingly hard, and harder still the longer you’ve been with someone. You may or may not be saying goodbye forever, left to mourn not just the loss of your relationship, but also the time invested and perhaps the future you’d hoped for. Dating after divorce, for example, might feel like pedaling […]
Modern dating has transformed tremendously, with the rise of dating apps revolutionizing the way people meet and connect. As we all become increasingly digitized, dating apps–in contrast to dating services of old which were often regarded with very mixed feelings–have become the go-to resources for folks seeking love and companionship. A lot of these apps […]
Matchmakers at Tawkify are not users of our platform, so from my own experiences and misadventures on dating apps, what I hear from my clients’ and friends’ past experiences, and my own day-to-day professional workflow, I have a relatively objective understanding of the pros and cons of both dating models. In this article, let’s talk […]
Hey you! It’s Vince 🙂 So, you’ve met someone new, and you’re embracing modern tech by getting to know them better through text. The early stages of texting someone new can be thrilling, but they can also feel a bit nerve-wracking. We’ve got you covered with some texting tips about how to help you build […]
Matchmakers have a palette of tools and resources that we use to garner insight and perspective before we curate connections. Some matchmakers and clients alike both enjoy and find particular value in ideas like astrology, while others may go a more empirical route, delving into things like personality test results and statistical probability of compatibility […]
Modern dating in the digital age has made it easier than ever to connect with new people. However, it’s important to prioritize your safety and security when getting to know someone new. Whether you’re chatting virtually or planning to meet in person, these dating safety tips will help you navigate the world of online dating […]
In the realm of romantic relationships, love and attraction often take center stage. However, there is an often-underestimated ingredient that holds equal importance: friendship. Building a strong foundation of friendship, mutual respect, and shared values is essential for long-term relationship success. In this article, we delve into the significance of friendship in romantic relationships and […]
Date nights often involve a bit of drinking. A go-to for a lot of our clients are first dates out for drinks and apps; there’s a bit of so-called “social lubricant,” and it’s less committal than a three course meal. There’s also a question of how much alcohol is appropriate, beckoning questions of first date […]
