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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.
Gourmetten: A ‘gezellige’ evening of classic Dutch dining
You haven't celebrated Christmas in the Netherlands properly if you haven't done gourmetten. Gour-what-en? Exactly.
If you're the foreigner...
From the lowlands to Leuven: take a trip to the fantastic Flemish city
With its rich history, lively culture, and captivating architecture, the Belgian town of Leuven offers a perfect weekend...
Sinterklaas for expats: all the Dutch you need to make it through the holiday season
"It's almost Pakjesavond!" Almost what? Yup, to internationals, Dutch traditions can seem confusing or just plain weird....
A wintery trip to Bruges: lights, chocolate, and everything Belgian
Just south of the Dutch border lies Flanders. Not Ned Flanders (d’oh 😜), but the province of...
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...
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...
A summer break in Oostende: more than just your average beach town
Oostende is a gem in Belgium, sitting on the coast of the Flemish North Sea. But let...
Rotterdam is the coolest city — and these epic pics prove it
It's official: we're mega-fans of Rotterdam! Shedding its crappy parts and putting up new amazing architectural highlights,...