English

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…

The Utrecht Dom Tower, also known as the Utrecht Bell Tower or simply the Utrecht Tower, is undoubtedly the city’s showpiece. Not only is it the tallest tower in Utrecht, but also the tallest church tower in the whole of the Netherlands. After reading this piece, you’ll be in the know about everything you need…

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…

Whenever I visit a new city I find it hard to identify the best places for food. Preferably, I go to restaurants where locals go and I rather avoid the places with hundreds of TripAdvisor reviews fearing it may be a “tourist trap.” I am sure they serve good food, but I really enjoy the…

Very few people in the Netherlands know that Utrecht hosts one of the largest comedy festivals in the world: the Utrecht International Comedy Festival (UICF)! So it is time to shout it from the rooftops because it is not only the largest comedy festival, it is also the kick start of the festival season in…

I come across many desperate messages on facebook from people who missed out on tickets to the Anne Frank House. That is really a pity particularly if the Anne Frank House is one of the reasons to visit Amsterdam. Here are a few tips to ensure you get your tickets to the Anne Frank House…

We are all familiar with the term collateral damage. Surprisingly, its antonym collateral gain, besides in the financial sector, is not commonly used, let alone properly defined. And that, if you ask me, is a missed opportunity. I happily devote myself to putting collateral gain in the spotlights.  Definition In essence, collateral gain refers to…