Global Love Report – Dec 31st, 2025
English summary by Margaret
Bihotza is a special matchmaking agency that’s located in the town of Bidart, in southwestern France. In the Basque language, bihotza means “heart,” a word that reflects the philosophy and approach of the agency.
Bihotza was established about a year ago by Delphine La Fonta, who has been running the restaurant Ahizpak for nearly seventeen years. Her years of experience welcoming guests and observing human interactions in a shared dining space became the foundation for creating the matchmaking agency.
Her agency is rooted in the Basque Country and welcomes members from nearby areas such as Southern Landes and Béarn. Its local focus is intentional, shaped by changes following the pandemic, when many people moved to the region and found themselves rebuilding social ties in unfamiliar surroundings.
Rather than relying on technology, Bihotza operates entirely through human intelligence. Each profile is reviewed and verified by a matchmaker, and all personal information is handled with strict confidentiality. The process is calm and discreet, designed to support connections that can grow naturally, whether romantic, social, or professional in nature.
The client’s journey begins with an online application form that outlines a person’s background and expectations. Membership is open to those over 30 years old, living within the service area, who are single or legally separated, and financially independent. After the form is submitted, the team contacts the applicant to confirm that the service aligns with their situation.
Membership is confirmed through an entry fee of €90 (around US$98). This non-binding fee includes an individual interview and the creation of a short presentation video. The interview can be conducted in person or remotely and allows the matchmaker to explore values and expectations in more depth. The video recorded with the matchmaker marks the start of the matching process.
Once the profile is established, the matchmaker begins searching for a suitable match. Updates are shared throughout the process. When a potential match is identified and accepted by both parties, Bihotza organizes the meeting. The fee for this stage is €210 per person (around US$229). Following the meeting, ongoing support is also provided. If the match is unsuccessful, the search resumes at no additional charge until a suitable connection is found.
In addition to one-on-one matchmaking, Bihotza also hosts a social gathering called ELGARREKIN, held every Thursday evening at the Ahizpak restaurant. These evenings are designed as simple, natural opportunities for people to meet, in line with Bihotza’s commitment to real and human connections.
Originally published by: agence-bihotza.fr
