Say Cheese! Why the Dutch Are Obsessed With Cheese (And Why You Should Be Too) If there’s one thing the Dutch do well — besides bikes, canals, and not apologizing for directness — it’s cheese. From wheels so big they need their own postal code to bite-sized cubes served with mustard, cheese is practically a […]
SAIL Amsterdam Every five years, the IJ harbor transforms into a floating theater of sails, sea shanties, and camera-happy tourists. Welcome to SAIL Amsterdam — the maritime spectacle that makes even the most cynical local mutter, “Nou, da’s toch best mooi..” It’s not just a boat show. It’s not just a party. It’s a love […]
The Jordaan: Where History, Herring, and Honest Locals Collide You’ll know you’ve wandered into the Jordaan when the streets get a little cozier, the houses a little closer, and a local casually calls you schat while pointing out you’re standing in the bike lane. This isn’t just any Amsterdam neighborhood — this is the Jordaan: […]
The Albert Cuyp Market: Where History Meets Stroopwafels A Market Built on Mud, Merchants & Multicultural Magic Back in 1905, the city of Amsterdam decided it was time to bring order to the chaos of street vendors, fish sellers and barrow-pushing entrepreneurs in the De Pijp district. The result? The Albert Cuyp Market — named […]
Long before gin & tonics were the glamorous darlings of Instagram brunches, the story of this spirited drink was already being written in the cobblestoned streets of Amsterdam. Let’s rewind the tape and uncover how the Dutch helped put the ‘gin’ in ‘gingerly sip this or you’ll fall off your bike.’ Dutch Courage in a […]
You’ve arrived in Amsterdam! You’ve dodged at least five bikes on the way to your hotel, bought a postcard of a windmill, and tried to pronounce “Grachtengordel” without spitting on someone. But now comes the big question: what should you actually do here? Sure, you could follow the masses from one guidebook hotspot to the […]
27th of april, King’s Day in the Netherlands is not just another holiday—it’s a spectacle, a full-on celebration where the Dutch go wild in a sea of orange! And it’s not just us, the regular folk, getting in on the action. Our royal family joins the festivities too, with a whole day packed with activities […]
When people think of Dutch cuisine, they often picture cheese, stroopwafels… maybe even pancakes. But ask any true local, and one slippery snack always swims to the top: haring. Raw, salty, unapologetically fishy – and eaten with onions, for reasons unknown. Whether you’re a fan or still recovering from your first bite, there’s no denying […]
The Haarlemmerbuurt is one of Amsterdam’s most charming neighborhoods, filled with vibrant streets, rich history, and, of course, plenty of delicious Dutch food. Whether you’re wandering through its picturesque streets or discovering local hotspots, there’s always something intriguing around every corner. This neighborhood, which dates back to the 17th century, is known for its unique […]