I discovered one way to fight loneliness: The Germans call it a Stammtisch

Modern life can be lonely. Some are looking to an old German tradition – of drinking and conversation – to deepen connection through regular meetups.

I discovered one way to fight loneliness: The Germans call it a Stammtisch
Robert Christoffel, left, and Werner Hein at a Stammtisch in Washington, D.C., earlier this month.

Modern life can be lonely. Some are looking to an old German tradition – of drinking and conversation – to deepen connection through regular meetups.

(Image credit: Laurel Wamsley)