How to Meet and Date Eastern European Men

Eastern Europe is a region that encompasses many different cultures, ethnicities, languages, and histories. Grouping all of these countries under a single designation can sometimes be problematic but it also offers a relatively simple way of understanding the cultural, economic and political dynamics that these countries share. If you are interested in meeting guys from this region, here are a few ways you can go about it.

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Get to know the entrepreneurs

In Eastern Europe the transition from Soviet-era socialism to capitalism has affected people in many different ways and in some countries like Latvia it seems to have affected men more negatively than women. Add to this the economic crisis of 2008 which pushed up unemployment levels by double digit figures. So if employed professionals have borne the brunt of the economic recession, it makes more sense to look for men who are self-employed or entrepreneurs. While these professions are not recession-proof, at least they offer greater flexibility and more opportunities for surviving in uncertain times. So when visiting any of the East European countries, in particular look for single men involved in trade of wood, textiles, petroleum, minerals and other natural resources since these make up the most important exports of Eastern European economies. In fact some cities have come up in a big way as far as international trade is concerned – for instance Polish capital Warsaw’s current economic scenario is driven by private and global enterprise and the city is one of the highest recipients of foreign investment in Central Europe. If you are here, you can explore the cafes and pubs in the main business district of the city which is also known as the Srodmiescie or the central borough of the city.

Explore the professionals

In recent times, many cities of Eastern and Central Eastern Europe have made a successful transition to a service-based economy. A thriving industrial and business climate in a city like Budapest indicates ample scope for financiers, bankers, investment consultants and wealth managers. The best places to run into the finance fat cats of the Hungarian capital are professional areas like convention centers and conference hotels besides recreational destinations like swanky bars and cafes in the business districts of the city like the Leopold Town. Likewise in recent years, Prague’s economy has witnessed a significant shift from manufacturing to service sector. Financial services, real estate, tourism, hospitality, food and beverages, trade, commercial services and public administration make up the most significant constituents of the service sector which employ many eligible men who you may want to get to know.

Meet the players

Men in Eastern Europe are usually avid fans of various sports. So if you are keen to meet men for dating, a good idea would be to head outdoors. Join sports clubs or pick up hobbies which entail playing some kind of game. The most popular sports will depend on what country you are visiting but on the whole, Eastern European countries have the most interest in soccer, ice hockey, basketball and gymnastics while other sports which also have a healthy fan following are cycling, tennis, rally, rugby and association football. Even if you are not a keen player of any sports, attend the important matches in the country which will offer you ample opportunities to meet young men. A good idea would to be to head to the largest and most popular stadiums in the biggest cities of this region where you can cheer for your favorite teams or players in the company of equally passionate sports enthusiasts.

Hang out at bars and nightclubs

Men in Eastern European countries traditionally subscribe to a macho culture which is why a great many of them can be found in bars and nightclubs when not at their workplace. Almost all major Latvian cities like Riga, Daugavpils and Rezegne there are several nightspots which attract men eager to have a good time. In Budapest, among the bars and pubs most frequented by expats are Beckett, Caledonia, Champs, The Ring Café as well as Wine and Toffee. Most of the happening nightspots like The Piaf Pub and Moulin Rouge are located on the Pest side of the capital city. Prague has one of the most exciting nightlife in the whole of Central Europe. With an array of choices in music and spirits, favorite hangouts for men range from popular clubs like Bugsy, Cloud 9 Sky Bar and Lounge to Barego and the Radost FX which are among Prague’s slickest, shiniest and most self-assured nightclubs. In the Polish capita, the streets and structures surrounding Plac Pilsudskiego particularly house some of Warsaw's snazziest restaurants and nighttime locales.

Explore East European neighborhoods

However if you are not too keen to travel through Eastern Europe to meet its men, you can look for dating opportunities in your own country too. The biggest cities in US like NYC and Chicago have large East European population; here you can explore the bars, cafes and community centers in East European neighborhoods as a way of getting to know its male residents. While the main Russian neighborhood in NYC is Brighton Beach, there are lots especially Ukrainians in the East Village. In Chicago, the Ukrainian Village, Wicker Park and Humboldt Park have substantial residents of East European heritage. One of the best watering holes to meet  are the sports bars, not only because men from this ethnicity are usually avid sports fans but also because sports bars are among the few places where men gather in greater numbers as compared to  women in the above thirties age group. If browsing through these ethnic neighborhoods has not offered you enough opportunities to meet East European men, consider a more structured approach. Find out about ethnic community events in these localities and make it a point to attend a few. A Russian Orthodox Church, East European dance classes and cultural programs are all excellent places to meet local men of East European origin.

Be aware of regional distinctions

Eastern Europe and all its sub-regions is a culturally, geographically, and historically fascinating place region as a whole but at the same time you need to be aware of differences of each sub-region and each nation within that sub-region. In other words, when meeting guys from this part of the world, don’t automatically assume that each country is struggling with post-Soviet identity or is beset with economic problems. Even though most of these countries share typical traits of Slavic or Baltic culture and ethnicity, do a bit of homework on what distinguishes a Romanian guy from a Latvian one. Read up on the countries comprising of the region and keep in mind certain cultural, geographical or political facts that are unique to a particular country. this way you will not only have ample conversation openers should you happen to meet a guy you like, but more importantly come across as a well-informed and aware woman yourself – a definite plus point in a potential partner.