About Sarah
Hello, I’m Sarah — founder of ZEST Singles.
I’ve spent much of my life bringing people together and creating places where others feel welcome. Hospitality was my first career, and that instinct to help people relax, connect and enjoy themselves has stayed with me ever since.
I’m a natural people-connector and I love creating events that feel warm, welcoming and easy from the moment you arrive.
You’ll notice many ZEST events centre around food — because in my experience, good conversation often begins around a table.
Outside of ZEST, I’m most proud of being mum to my two grown-up sons and grandmother to two wonderful grandchildren.
In my spare time, you’ll usually find me catching up with family and friends, enjoying the outdoors when the weather allows, dreaming up my next project, or enjoying good food, a lovely glass of wine and olives.
I love sunshine, France, Australia, old houses, classic cars — and sweet wine with blue cheese.
Life is best shared.
My Story.
I’ve spent most of my working life in hospitality and customer service, both in the UK and overseas — and I’ve always loved bringing people together.
When I was 13, I decided I wanted to become a Hotel Manager. I left school at 16 to study Hotel Management, and that instinct to welcome people, create atmosphere and help others feel comfortable has stayed with me ever since.
Years later, after becoming single myself, I understood how difficult meeting new people could feel. Apps weren’t for everyone, and many people wanted something more relaxed and natural.
I first became involved helping to run singles events for another company and quickly realised how much I enjoyed creating welcoming experiences where people could connect.
In November 2022, I took over the business and ZEST gradually became my own version of that concept — shaped by my experience, values and the kind of atmosphere I wanted to create.
Today, ZEST offers well-run events for singles over 50 to meet naturally in real life — whether through suppers, walks, experiences or dating events.
Since then, I’ve hosted hundreds of events and met some extraordinary people.
The thing I’m most proud of isn’t numbers.
It’s hearing someone say:
"I almost didn’t come… but I’m so glad I did."