Food

11 best places for high tea in Amsterdam: the deluxe guide

Nibbling on the best high tea in Amsterdam will make you forget all about that brunching fad....

Stroopwafels unwrapped: Discover the sweet story behind the Dutch classic

A stroopwafel (literally translated to syrup waffle) is a Dutch snack that is gooey and absolutely delicious....

11 best places for the munchies in Amsterdam

We've all been there: super high and wandering the streets of Amsterdam with the munchies. The biggest...

Barbecuing in the Netherlands: how do the Dutch do BBQs?

The sun is finally shining, summer has officially sprung, and temperatures have risen above 15 degrees, which...

What your favourite Dutch supermarket says about you

Who needs horoscopes when we have Dutch supermarket stereotypes to define our personalities?  This article is your guide...

The dairy dilemma: lactose intolerance in the Netherlands

Being lactose intolerant in the Netherlands is immoral. It is a crime against culture, a sign of evil...

Your guide to drop: the Dutch take on liquorice

The infamous Dutch drop: some salivate at the thought of it, while others wince and pucker. Dutchies love...

Eating herring in the Netherlands: all you need to know about the ‘Hollandse Nieuwe’

The large-scale herring fishing in the Netherlands started during the Golden Age. Since then, Dutch herring and...