tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post7536254623449682976..comments2023-05-05T10:30:04.532+01:00Comments on Dilemmas of an Algerian Girl in London: Where are you from?Dz-Chickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01236992136654777795noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-7800842123799944762012-09-24T13:50:36.778+01:002012-09-24T13:50:36.778+01:00I omitted to mention something, how proud can some...I omitted to mention something, how proud can some Algerians be when they pretend to be something else? <br />I came across a 'Maurice' when I first arrived in this country, he was clearly Algerian but claimed to be Italian. He was unaware of my ethnicity, I laughed in his face and exposed him, he denied it until I revealed that I was Algerian too. He was extremely embarassed but not as Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02711607185375943125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-75219583083908471532012-09-24T13:42:31.877+01:002012-09-24T13:42:31.877+01:00@DZ-Chick, mea culpa......I oftentimes ask this qu...@DZ-Chick, mea culpa......I oftentimes ask this question. <br /><br />It is an ice breaker but also an opportunity to gain knowledge.<br />I have, on various occasions, asked people where they were from orginally and subsequently enquired about their culture. It feeds my curiosity.<br />I get asked at least 3 times a week where I am from...I certainly oblige: well I am French-Algerian, 'so Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02711607185375943125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-28783390533016617662012-05-05T00:32:05.494+01:002012-05-05T00:32:05.494+01:00Hi John,
This may help you : http://fr-fr.connect...Hi John,<br /><br />This may help you : http://fr-fr.connect.facebook.com/events/116963205073441/ChtihOuRdihnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-13772114018514197572012-05-04T15:40:15.700+01:002012-05-04T15:40:15.700+01:00Hi DZ-Chick,
I came across your blog while search...Hi DZ-Chick,<br /><br />I came across your blog while searching for Salsa in Algiers.<br /><br />I realize that you now live in London, but I thought I would ask if you know of any good clubs for social dancing in Algiers? <br /><br />Any other dance styles or dance schools (Swing, Tango, Kizomba ) ?<br /><br />I run a website dedicated to connecting people with dance locations when they travel. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00154374715549563752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-65352591140129035782011-09-20T01:13:30.590+01:002011-09-20T01:13:30.590+01:00Irulana: I think you're the one who hasn't...Irulana: I think you're the one who hasn't gotten over the Polish nemessis thing! I was being nice about the Polish waitress no!! or did you read something I didn't write!Dz-Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01236992136654777795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-12695214909812922842011-09-18T01:59:22.500+01:002011-09-18T01:59:22.500+01:00@Dz chick, you really had an issue with Polish lad...@Dz chick, you really had an issue with Polish ladies, haven't you ?;) I want to clarify for you, and perhaps support my country fellow, although I wasn't there with you to see this particular situation. It's all about Polish syntax. I guess she was mistaken by your friend, perhaps he though she is Czech or whatever ( Eastern Europe anyway). I guess she wanted to make point blank she Irulana Corrinonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-90098867215260316602011-04-09T13:13:03.662+01:002011-04-09T13:13:03.662+01:00LOL
I was in Abacus (Thursday) and someone asked w...LOL<br />I was in Abacus (Thursday) and someone asked where are you from?<br />to which I proudly replied Algeria (perhaps also comfortable it will not play to my disadvantage as lots of other things more than make up for the bad reputation).<br />They then went on: Big surprised face, then big smile, then "Wow or Oh" then asked "How is Algeria?" can you imagine?<br />like &Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-21860423504623420982011-03-13T08:18:58.396+00:002011-03-13T08:18:58.396+00:00I am like Jasmine Algerian living in Dubai.. not @...I am like Jasmine Algerian living in Dubai.. not @ all finding this question odd or rude.. in the contrary… still wanna people ask me where r am I from and in return enjoy asking the same just for curiosity and to get more knowledge about other cultures still proud telling others where am I from although I hear the same stupid shits like: really!! ‘’Woow.. why you r white?’’ Or ‘’ Nigeria is Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02342824631747030876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-78091029881542744822011-03-03T00:22:15.036+00:002011-03-03T00:22:15.036+00:00Although I've been living in another country (...Although I've been living in another country (far North) for many years, I still get that question too and it pisses me off.<br />Sometimes I just ignore the question or ask the person (mostly women) the same question : And you where are you from?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-55230718674968139232011-03-02T10:46:16.579+00:002011-03-02T10:46:16.579+00:00Anonymous 1: Yes I realised the irony ...I felt so...Anonymous 1: Yes I realised the irony ...I felt sorry for the polisgh waitress...I do have a heart :P<br /><br />Delboy - All in your head mate<br /><br />Formosa - It does make me feel better yes...do you ever return the questions? did you ever feel the same about someones nationality or origin?<br /><br />Yasmine - Tant mieux :) and yes Ikosioms list is brilliant.Dz-Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01236992136654777795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-63663652021341335312011-02-27T13:33:25.843+00:002011-02-27T13:33:25.843+00:00Hehehe! Loved Isokium's list!
I live in Dubai....Hehehe! Loved Isokium's list!<br />I live in Dubai...and though most arabs here are more familiar with Algeria...I still get that a lot from Foreigners! Especially from some asians (no offense cause I dont usually like to stereotype..) I keep getting the: Aleria is in Africa?? How come you're not black? Sigh!<br /><br />Love your sarcasm in your answers DZ-Chick...However...my DjazayrriyaYasminenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-91410704596244797642011-02-27T09:48:32.971+00:002011-02-27T09:48:32.971+00:00I'm not sure if this will be a consolation to ...I'm not sure if this will be a consolation to you or not, but.... I'm originally from Canada, despite having been here for ages, I get very similar questions and reactions.formosahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06893911075034285792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-56574993696678814962011-02-25T00:48:51.685+00:002011-02-25T00:48:51.685+00:00yesterday I went to an Italian sandwitch bar for l...yesterday I went to an Italian sandwitch bar for lunch, an Indian girl served me...<br />me: Can I have some pasta please?<br />Girl: vegetarian or chicken pasta?<br />me: vegetarian please.<br />girl (out of the blue): where are u from?<br />me (surprised): Algerian<br />girl(straighaway): did u want some sause on the pasta?<br />me (with a f**k-off look): yes pls<br />girls: with salad and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-7189661567175288502011-02-24T13:47:59.093+00:002011-02-24T13:47:59.093+00:00Very funny. But hey, generalisations only become ...Very funny. But hey, generalisations only become generalisations because they can be applied to people from a certain group GENERALLY!<br /><br />Ps, DZ-Chick, you felt sorry for Polish waitress? May I remind you of your earlier blog, Polish Girls - Know your enemy!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-32869708192041330262011-02-23T22:40:49.615+00:002011-02-23T22:40:49.615+00:00Very amusing and true indeed :) I think I must hav...Very amusing and true indeed :) I think I must have heard most of these first hand!! <br />He left her after 3 years! Lol wonder why!<br />I know an Algerian guy, he's a chef! Really!!! What a surprise!<br />Thanks Ikosium you made me laugh.Dz-Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01236992136654777795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-40981101094558137552011-02-23T22:19:53.056+00:002011-02-23T22:19:53.056+00:00I would say that the gradual recognition of dz has...I would say that the gradual recognition of dz has gone through different phases, epitomised by the stereotypes and the types of questions asked:<br /><br />1) "You have a very exotic country. In fact, I was in Abuja last summer, but tell me how come you're white?<br />2) "You're part of France, right?"<br />3) "In north Africa? I know Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt, but Iikosiumnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-65210875538180094762011-02-23T08:15:26.094+00:002011-02-23T08:15:26.094+00:00Good point Ikosiom, the recent world cup "win...Good point Ikosiom, the recent world cup "win" against England has definitely put us on the map.<br /><br />I am curious, did you ever get "but you're white? are you sure you're from Nigeria" <br />"Rollies"Dz-Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01236992136654777795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-16233457881540070082011-02-23T01:35:44.775+00:002011-02-23T01:35:44.775+00:00It has to be said that after the 0-0 against Engla...It has to be said that after the 0-0 against England in the world cup and the few footballers playing in the UK, Algeria is now less frequently confused with our african psudo-homonym, and less assimilated to a black (geographical) hole in North Africa, so we've become more confident about reveling our (true) origin...but, we might still need a (preferably, a peaceful) revolution to stick, ikosiumnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566083269278276256.post-24699975747078967392011-02-22T18:13:54.397+00:002011-02-22T18:13:54.397+00:00absolutely and 100% true, i find this question bit...absolutely and 100% true, i find this question bit rude while others say why we can not ask you where 'r you from?, i just dont like the question, not sure while reading your blog i was laughing out loud, keep us smiling<br /><br />NaimaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com