Kriti Swarup

Kriti Swarup is a writer and multimedia journalist based in Amsterdam. Originally from New Delhi, she moved to the Netherlands in 2022. Writing for DutchReview is her way of making sense of assimilation and helping fellow internationals find a home between cultures. A cum laude graduate in media and culture from the University of Amsterdam, Kriti has reported on topics ranging from art and lifestyle to business and technology. When she isn’t working (or rewatching Game of Thrones), she is usually, and somewhat perpetually, trying to learn Dutch.

Hoera! Fatbikes will be officially banned in Amsterdam’s Vondelpark (will more locations come?)

After years of complaints, accidents, and debate, Amsterdam has officially confirmed a fatbike ban in Vondelpark. It takes effect on May 11, and yes,...

Goodbye Calvé, Hellmann’s, and Cup-a-Soup: Unilever’s iconic Dutch food brands are now officially American

Dutch pantry staples Calvé, Knorr, and Hellmann's are about to get a new American owner, as Unilever has agreed to merge its entire foods...

Looking for a cleaner, plumber, electrician, or more? This platform is for you

I am the furthest from handy. Though I’ve never touched a drill machine, moving to a whole new country requires you to whip out...

Too many requests, not enough doctors: Dutch abortion site hits pause after a week

Remember Thuisabortus, the online abortion pill platform? Launched barely a week ago, it has already shut its doors, after doctors couldn't process an astonishing...

Archaic 20cm-long Roman penis statue discovered in dusty old box

The Netherlands has begun opening archaeological artefacts found decades ago. In the very first batch, they found a 20-centimetre penis statue made of bone. Due...

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