… (smiles) We go out for sushi, and most things asian too! At times it could even be an all you care to eat sushi/sashimi night, or dim sum or other asian delights.... Chinese, Mandarin, Japanese, Thai, Korean, etc... Stir fry's, noodle slurping, Mongolian cooktops, Korean BBQ, holiday banquets, it's all here...   Let me conclude by saying, WE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE WHO ATTEND MEETUP EVENTS!!! Yes, you will feel included, yes you will be encouraged to join into the conversations... Y …

20 years ago we started a movement to bring a focused effort to have an Asian presence in Chicago's nightlife. Over 2,000 events later and over 2 million attendees, we're just getting started. This Meetup group is less about being informed about such events, and more about finding like minds within the events. With social being so synonymous with digital nowadays, it only follows that we have a proper medium to organize a party within the party. Whether you are new to Chicago or have been here y …

SAEC is a network of meet-up groups around the world that bring together South Asians on amazing long distance trips. Skiing, the beach, hiking, European cities or safari's in Africa - we'll plan any trip thats a unique opportunity to see the world and meet great people. Come join us to travel, get info, or organize international group trips!

Are you a Single Professional between the ages of 25 - 45, looking to connect with a diverse group of other professionals in your local area? Are you tired of having to commute to the city all the time to have fun, date, or even interact with like minded singles? Well join S.O.C.I.A.L of Chicagoland! Most of our S.O.C.I.A.L. events will have a cultural focus as S.O.C.I.A.L. is committed to developing social and professional networking opportunites for a group of ethnically diverse singles in the …

The Chicago Indians Meetup Group is for anyone who wishes to meet and socialize with others who share an interest, a connection, or a passion with Indian culture! Whether you were born in the motherland or you've recently grown fond of Hindi films and samosas, you can count on CIMG to put together a cool/fun/interesting meetup to get your dose of Indian-ness. See you soon yaar!

We are a group of World Music Lovers. We welcome those who share our passion for music; are willing to broaden their musical horizons and enjoying making new friends. Let your ears transport you to distant places as you enjoy live music from around the world. What better way to learn about different cultures than immersing yourself in music while seeing great live performances and making new friends. We enjoy music from all parts of the world Nordic, Celtic, Latin, African, Arabic, Asian, Indian …

This is a meetup group for desi film/movie lovers from any culture or background. Although the primary focus will be on Hindi ("Bollywood") movies, we can change things up once in a while up with movies in other languages (Malyalam, Urdu, Tamil, etc.). We'd like to start with simple Movie outings and maybe some Dinner + Movie nights. These could be at theaters or at someone's place (it would have to be for movies that aren't newly released). However, we'd like to expand into more creative ones s …

… Let's have fun, learn about our culture and help out the less fortunate, together!! Let's make people aware of what we want to do, encourage them to join us and have a really great time, together! Join us in building a stronger Filipino community. Check out our official FAN website at http://www.FAN-Chicago.org/ - -

This group is basically formed to promote friendship, companionship and to have FUN. We hope to get all singles and divorced Indians/desis to come out,  mingle and have a great time.  We plan various activities to tailor towards all ages.  We have members of various ages  - some younger and some not so younger - and of different cultural backgrounds.  Dance parties,  Karaoke ,  dinner outings , outdoor picnics, Bowling are just some of the activites that we do.  Plz join us and do PARTICIPATE, M …

This group is intended to bring together like-minded couples of Indian (South East Asia) origin that are in their thirties or late twenties. Please request admission to this group only if you are: - a couple - are in thirties or late twenties - are Indian (I mean Asian Indian here) This is already a very active group that has been privately meeting for last 3 years.   Please note that there are certain rules that this group will follow along with expectation from its members. As you might know, …

Welcome to the Chinese (primarily Mandarin) Meetup Group.   This is a small organization built by people with a common interest (Chinese) to meet each other, share thoughts on China, speak Mandarin, find language partners, find classes, and share stories and resources for people who plan on going to China. 

You are miles away from the homeland and yet you yearn for that nostalgia that beckons the true spirit of EVERYTHING DESI !!!