Abuzer van Leeuwen 🇳🇱

Abuzer founded DutchReview a decade ago because he thought expats needed it and wanted to make amends for the Dutch cuisine. He has a Masters in Political Science and IT but somewhere always wanted to study history or good old football. He also a mortgage in the Netherlands and will happily tell you too how to get one. Born and raised in Rotterdam, Abuzer now lives in Leiden but is always longing back to his own international year in Italy.

BREAKING: Internationals must soon pass intense test to stay in the Netherlands, cabinet leak reveals

Update:Een april, kikker in je bil (April 1, frog in your butt)! Alright, the Dutch expression doesn’t quite work in English, but yes, April...

Where to eat in Rotterdam: 15 trendy restaurants to go to in 2026

Wondering where to eat in Rotterdam? Looking for a trendy hipster place? A gourmet experience? Or just want to enjoy some fine BBQ in...

Eating out in Leiden in 2026: the top hotspots to check out!

As you might know by now, Leiden has a special place in our hearts here at DutchReview. Given it's where our office is based,...

BREAKING: Far-right populist leader Geert Wilders projected to win Dutch national election

Populist right-wing leader Geert Wilders is leading the Dutch election, according to exit polls presented by IPSOS.  The PVV leader, who is running on an...

Here’s who’s taking the lead in the Dutch national elections

The polls are extremely tight, and no less than four contenders still have a decent chance to come out on top after today's general...

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