Meat Me!
Hey there! I’m Dickson Sinfield, a 30-something-year-old gay Tech CEO from San Francisco. Every other year, I move to a city to run the local team, oversee operations, and go on disastrous dates. In 2022, I moved to Beirut then spent a few months back home and now relocated to Dubai. I am infamous for accumulating dating stories that are too outrageous not to share. My friends insist that these stories of messy hot romance deserve a global audience—for laughter, eye-rolls, and as cautionary tales for those braving the tempestuous sea of men.
You see, I’m a magnet for closeted guys, and I’ve even managed to turn a few “straight” fellas over to the rainbow side.
So, pop open a cold one or pour yourself a fruity glass of gin basil (my newly-favorite), and buckle up for a rollicking journey through my dating misadventures. You’ll read about the suave Frenchman who disclosed his marital status post-steamy encounter, the secretive Lebanese man who pitched hiring a faux girlfriend, the military hunk who turned my photos into a creepy shrine, and the Muslim man who married me for 55 minutes—now that’s a tale you won’t want to miss!
Attention all visitors! Before proceeding any further, please kindly note that this website is only intended for the mature and wise ones amongst us. If you’re still a lad under the age of 18 years, we kindly request you to hit the road, Jack! Please do not read the stories. Thank you for your understanding, and happy browsing to all the grown-ups out there!
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Stories
Introduction: From Boardroom to Bedroom
Hi, I’m Dickson Sinfield, the star of this hilarious dating disaster series! I’m excited to share all the crazy adventures and knee-slapping tales that have made up my love life so far. I mean, my dating history is like a never-ending episode of “The Bachelor,” but with way more drama and fewer roses. And let …
Eiffel in Love: A French Affair with a Side of Baguette
On my first night in Lebanon, I checked into a swanky downtown hotel before moving into my apartment. After checking in with the hot receptionist (spoiler alert: we’d hook up later), I decided to dive into Beirut’s Grindr scene to sample the city’s products. Beirut, the city of a thousand mysteries, was experiencing a surge …
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Hide and Seek: The Closeted Lebanese Lover
Once my French affair went as belly-up as a sunbathing croissant, I moonwalked back into Beirut’s dating scene like a love-seeking ninja, armed with a Costco-sized portion of optimism and a dash of jitters. Since touchdown in this urban jungle, I’d been multitasking like a caffeinated octopus: nesting in my swanky new pad, plunging headfirst …
From Passion To Obsession: My Wild Ride With A Lebanese Soldier
My first few months in Lebanon had been nothing short of a wild rollercoaster ride. I traded San Francisco’s fog for Beirut’s unique chaos, preparing myself for the unexpected quirks of the city, including inconsistent hot water, relentless power outages, and seemingly lawless traffic. But despite it all, I couldn’t help but be enchanted by …
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My 55-Minute Gay Marriage to a Muslim Man in Lebanon
Despite Lebanon’s precarious economy, political instability, and various other challenges, securing a reservation at any restaurant during the Christmas season was as challenging as finding a good pair of skinny jeans on Black Friday. RuPaul’s Drag Race in Lebanon With new hotspots mushrooming all over Beirut, tourists and Lebanese expats flocked to the scene, adding …
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My Date With The Homophobic Gay Lebanese Politician
New Year’s Eve, the annual extravaganza of glitter, glamour, and gratuitous tipsiness, has a knack for delivering the unexpected – the fabulous, the cringe-worthy, and sometimes, a combo platter of both. Then, as we stumble into the first day of the new year, nursing a hangover that could take down a rhinoceros, our mood that …
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The Gay Lebanese Singer, His Wife, and I
Alright, so here’s the deal — my knowledge of Arabic music is about as extensive as my understanding of quantum physics – zilch, nada, goose egg! I’m not exactly the music’s number-one fan, you know. There are a couple of singers I can manage to listen to for a song or two, but then my …
CSI Beirut: Grindr Date Turned into a Homophobia Sting Operation
There I was, on a nondescript Wednesday, feeling friskier than a cat on a hot tin roof. So, I decided to take a spin on the digital dancefloor of Grindr – my one-stop shop for whimsy, allure, and everything naughty but nice in between. Now, darlings, you know I usually lean towards the vintage models …
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Caught Between the Lines: My Date with a Closeted Lebanese Journalist
As the proverbial “Yankee in King Beirut’s court,” one enjoys some rather lush fringe benefits. Top of the list? The lavishly legendary Lebanese love for hosting. It’s as if I’ve become a party-going pied piper, charming invites out of everyone and their distant cousin. And who am I to spurn such sociable enthusiasm? Every gathering …
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Murder in Beirut: How The Police Turn a Blind Eye to Anti LGBTQIA+ Crimes
Get ready, dear readers, for another tale from the sparkling anthology of Closeted Mates chronicles. As your steadfast guide, I’m committed to showcasing the full spectrum of our shared experiences – from the vibrant to the solemn episodes of the gay dating scene in Beirut. Today’s narrative shines a light on a darker corner, a …
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7 Tips to Score a Sugar Daddy for Gay Men in Dubai
Ah, my daring readers, brace yourselves as I whisk you away on my latest adventure – a move from the hums of Beirut to the glitz of Dubai. Picture this: After a six-month boring stay in San Francisco being overworked, your globe-trotting, blog-writing protagonist has landed in Dubai to stay for the entire year! And …
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