Posted in Groningen forum
Hi all,
The forum under Groningen is a bit small. I noticed that there's a shortage of posts from American or Asian expats. I'm moving there in a few weeks and am getting a little nervous about potential culture shock. Anyways, if anyone else is in a similar situation, it'll be cool to have someone to relate to.
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international community in Groningen
posted by Deleted user in Groningen forum
I lived near San Francisco for a little more than 5 years before moving to Groningen. Groningen turned out to be more diverse than I expected. Unlike many others I have met around my age, I'm not a student but am working at an American company here (Abbott). However, 99 percent of the employees here are Dutch! I am starting Dutch courses at the RUG next week, so hopefully I can diversify my social circle then!
Asian Supermarket
posted by Sahal Merchant in Groningen forum
I'm from Bombay, India. I've been in Groningen since 2 and a half years now. I just graduated this summer and I work as a freelance artist and designer. I don't think you should have much of a cultureschock. I think Groningen for a not so small city is still very international. I have quiet a few international friends.
@Michelle - I dont know where you live but theres an even bigger asian super market at called Amazing Oriental @ the Korregweg/Eyssoniustraat 31
Americans or Asians?
posted by Deleted user in Groningen forum
That's good to know about the supermarket. The company HR definitely mentioned something like that when I was being interviewed. I am still living in Berkeley and will be flying out this coming Sunday. Things are moving faster than I can react. I saw a little bit of diversity when I was out there which I hope will help me integrate. Although I am very interested in learning Dutch and Dutch culture, it would be nice to have some American friends as well. We'll see what happens...
Americans or Asians?
posted by Michelle Pena in Groningen forum
I've been living in Groningen for a few months with my native Dutch husband. I haven't seen too many Americans around - wouldn't mind meeting a few. I'm from San Francisco where Asians (broad term) are abundant, but while Groningen does have a little diversity, it is not what I'm used to.
I did recently stumble upon the Jumbo supermarket by Euroborg where they have a good selection of many foreign products, including a lot of oriental ingredients. I'm Filipina so I was happy to find most ingredients I've sorely missed.