Originally published in the Eating Europe blog, March 23, 2015 In the 19th century, De Pijp (the Pijp) neighborhood was supposed to become a new center of Amsterdam, with a brand new railway station on the current location of Sarphatipark. But instead of luxurious villas and large avenues, the Pijp became famous for its exotic […]
Amsterdam 2016 Events Guide
Originally published on the Eating Europe blog, January 18, 2016 Last year, angry at myself for missing yet another food festival or museum exhibition, I made a resolution to attend more events that Amsterdam has to offer in 2016. If this sounds familiar to you, or you plan to visit Amsterdam this year and don’t […]
One Night in Amsterdam
Originally published on the Eating Europe blog, September 14, 2015 Featured photo by Ansgar Scheffold on Unsplash Amsterdam is a beautiful city to be in, both during the day and at night. Tourists tend to stick to Leidseplein and the Red Light District, but if you’re wondering how locals enjoy their time in the city, here is an […]
The Great Outdoors: Best Al Fresco Dining in Amsterdam
Originally published in the Eating Europe blog, May 27, 2014 Featured photo by Xochi on Unsplash Amsterdam’s charm lies in its picturesque parks, unique architecture, leafy trees and serene canals. The scenery makes the city a perfect setting for lunching and dining in the open air, especially with the summer coming up. If you need an advice on […]
An Immigration Story: Around the World in Dutch Cuisine
Originally published on the Eating Europe blog, March 30, 2015 Featured photo by Peter Hershey on Unsplash Let’s be honest. What is considered to be traditional Dutch food (mashed potatoes, raw herring, and incredibly thick pea soup) is not the most sophisticated cuisine on earth. It seems to be more about nutritious comfort food rather than spices and beautiful presentation on a plate. But there is more to Dutch food […]
Our Guide to Amsterdam in a Weekend
Originally published in the Eating Europe blog, May 20, 2014 Featured photo by Debbie Molle on Unsplash If you’re a reader of this blog, I can safely assume you’re in for some unusual culinary experiences and want to stay away from touristic traps with overpriced, dry burgers. So if you’re planning a 48-hour weekend city trip to Amsterdam […]
What’s Hot? A Guide to the Trendiest Restaurants in Amsterdam
Originally published on the Eating Europe blog, December 15, 2014 Featured photo by Dan Gold on Unsplash Forget about silver cutlery, French haute cuisine and Michelin Stars. What is trending now in Amsterdam is everything that’s locally grown, raw and recyclable. True Amsterdammers are crazy about healthy food, market stalls and improvised venues, and if you want to […]
The Best Of: Top 10 Restaurants and Cafés in Amsterdam
Originally published on the Eating Europe blog, February 23, 2015 Featured photo by Jay Wennington on Unsplash Selecting a well-defined list of best food venues in Amsterdam is not an easy task. Amsterdam is one of the capitals of creative cafés, pop-up restaurants and food markets, so I needed to carefully go through the list of my favorite […]
Why Carrots Are Orange, and Other Weird Dutch Food Facts
Originally published on the Eating Europe blog, February 22, 2016 Featured photo by May Lawrence on Unsplash Admittedly, the Dutch have a few eating habits that may seem strange to the foreign palate. That strange affinity for the briny taste of raw herring, for instance, or their penchant for salty licorice. Their addiction to deep-fried snacks, perhaps, or […]
Best New Restaurants in Amsterdam: Where (and How) to Eat in 2016
Originally published on the Eating Europe blog, February 16, 2016 Featured photo by Ali Inay on Unsplash There are so many new restaurants and cafés opening every month in Amsterdam that it’s difficult to keep track of them all. That’s why we decided to take a look at them from the point of view of the most recent […]