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Michael Loumeau
Founder at Best Date Food
Michael Loumeau is the founder of Best Date Food, a social media platform that shares food recommendations and experiences primarily in Chicago. He co-runs the account with his girlfriend, Aly Bainbridge, and they have gained significant popularity on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, amassing over 41,000 and 165,000 followers, respectively. The couple started the Instagram account in 2016 to document their dates, which evolved into a larger project during the COVID-19 pandemic when they launched their TikTok account.1
Loumeau, who has a background in marketing, is also a social media consultant at Allstate. He has taught himself photography and videography to enhance their content, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in their posts. The couple focuses on promoting local and unique dining spots rather than participating in overt advertising.12
Their content often highlights small businesses, and they have received positive feedback from restaurant owners for helping to increase their visibility during challenging times.1
