Amsterdam

This is probably the most original traditional Dutch food blog you ever came across. Why? It was only recently that I discovered how the culinary treasures of the Netherlands have been immortalised in glass Christmas tree ornaments. I can’t think of a better souvenir to bring back from a wonderful trip to Amsterdam, but not…

Amsterdam, known for its picturesque canals, historic architecture, and cultural richness, also hides a playful side that caters to those in search of out-of-the-ordinary activities. While it’s great to explore some of the city’s mainstream activities, incorporating a bit of the unusual into your schedule can be quite entertaining, no? About the author: Laura Danielle…

Let me introduce you to one of the most popular traditional Dutch food items: oliebollen (pronounced as o-lee-bollun). An oliebol is a sweet deep-fried delicacy that is primarily eaten during the cold winter months in October, November and December. Dutch oliebollen are made of flower, yeast, sugar, milk, oil and dusted with confectioner’s sugar (or…

Welcome to a city that never ceases to amaze! Amsterdam, known for its historic charm, picturesque canals, and coffee shops has a crazy alter ego that often remains hidden to most travellers. In this article, I will introduce you to the unconventional, unexpected, and downright crazy things in Amsterdam. From secret spots and quirky activities…

Perhaps the most amusing thing about Dutch culture is their love of “gezelligheid”. This is a word that roughly translates to “cosiness” in English, but it’s so much more than that. The Dutch take their gezelligheid very seriously, to the point where it’s almost a national obsession. From cute and cosy cafés to candlelit dinners…

Stand-up comedy is een vorm van entertainment die de afgelopen jaren steeds populairder is geworden in Nederland. Het is een genre dat steeds meer mensen aanspreekt en het wordt gezien als een kunstvorm op zich. Veel Nederlanders die bekend zijn met cabaret vragen zich af wat nou precies het verschil is tussen stand-up comedy en…

In 2023, the world’s most famous flower garden will be open from 23 March till 14 May! Indulge in the largest and most colorful flower garden you can imagine and it is just a stone’s throw away from Amsterdam! In 2022, mid April, I finally visited this beautiful flower garden with my sister. I simply…

If you are looking for a unique experience in Amsterdam, I always recommend a Comedy Walk, a city walk with a comedian as guide. You can’t blame me as I am the co-founder of Comedy Walks. But if you are into spa and wellness, I would also highly recommend a visit to Sauna Deco. About…

The 9 little streets (in Dutch: 9 Straatjes) are very popular, both with locals, tourists and expats, and are located in the canal belt area right behind the Royal Palace on the Dam (click here to read my blog about the Royal Palace). It actually consists of 9 small picturesque shopping streets: the Gasthuismolensteeg, Hartensteeg,…

The Royal Palace Amsterdam on Dam square is often called the most prestigious monument from the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century. This palace was originally built as a Town Hall and that probably explains why I was never really impressed by it’s exterior appearance. However, the moment you step inside you plunge into…