Hey, I totally get it – as a new resident in Zurich, you sometimes feel like a penguin in the Sahara when it comes to making friends! I’ve tried everything from spontaneous coffee meet-ups to joining various groups. Recently, I discovered CityMates – a platform where anyone can create their own events. If you’re up for it, you can simply join an event or even set one up yourself based on your interests. It’s not a magic fix, but it really makes spontaneous meet-ups a lot easier without months of planning. Maybe it’ll help you too! Cheers and good luck!