Jordaan Amsterdam: History, Canals, Food, and Things to Do
Of all Amsterdam’s neighborhoods, most people would agree that Jordaan is one of the coolest. With charming streets running alongside canals, narrow alleys connecting them, and beautiful historic hofjes tucked away in hidden corners, when you see it for yourself, you’ll get what I’m talking about. Why Jordaan Is Amsterdam’s...
Netherlands
An Immigration Story: Around the World in Dutch Cuisine
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...
Why Taking a Food Tour is Always a Great Idea
Sometimes traveling to a new city can be quite challenging and planning your visit can be overwhelming. There’s so much to see and do and you often don’t know where to go first without getting lost or creating an efficient itinerary. At other times, you’re visiting a place you’ve been...
11 of the Best Things to Do in Amsterdam at Night
Amsterdam is an enthralling city at any hour, but there is something truly special about it at night. Even though daylight is nowhere to be found, Amsterdam shines the brightest when darkness falls upon her historic streets and curvy canals. In order to keep you busy well into the wee...
Where to Find Restaurants in Amsterdam
Selecting a well-defined list of 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 spots scrupulously saved on my Evernote Food app. There are...
15 of the Best Desserts in Europe
European sweets are as varied and diverse the cultures they come from. You’ll find candies and cakes, sweet and savory, from the English Channel to the Mediterranean Sea. These are a few of the best European dishes for dessert!. Appeltaart in Amsterdam You may have heard the saying, “as American...
Memories of Amsterdam: Which Souvenirs to Bring Home
While your stay in Amsterdam will inevitably come to an end, you can always bring home memories of Amsterdam in the form of souvenirs. Sometimes a little tacky, other times a little cheesy (literally!), Amsterdam souvenirs are fun ways to remember your trip. Here are our picks for the best...
What's Hot? A Guide to the Trendiest Restaurants in Amsterdam
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 experience the city just as the locals do, check...
Typically Dutch: What is Holland Best Known for?
So, you’ve booked your tickets to Holland, checked your arrival times twice, and even picked out a nice place to stay while you here. Great! So what’s next up on the to-do list? Well, if you are like us it’s time to start putting together a list of traditionally Dutch...
Eating Europe Tours
Amsterdam Light Festival Food Tour
A guided walking tour of the Amsterdam Light Festival with authentic local food stops along the way.
- Daily
- 4 Hours
- Private tour
Eating Amsterdam: Food & Canals Tour
Eat like a local on the canals of Amsterdam
- Daily
- 3.5 Hours
- Small Group
