Renan Alejandro Salvador Lozano Cuervo

Pannenkoek en poffertjes connoisseur/expert. Mexican that came for the graduate education, stayed for the stroopwafels and bikes. Ask me how to make the perfect guacamole, and about the hot spots in The Hague.

The New Year’s Dive at Scheveningen: How the Dutch start their year (well, the crazy ones)

The Dutch like to start their year with a refreshing splash (and probably hypothermia). On the first day of each year, thousands of Dutchies make their...

Dos and don’ts of riding a bicycle in the Netherlands

Riding a bicycle in the Netherlands is one of THE main reasons why people are so happy here. But there are some rules you...

Dutch swear words: the guide to insults and cursing in the Netherlands

Need some Dutch swear words? Welcome to your Dutch swear words guide, where I'll teach you all the Dutch insults you'll need for life...

The Hague Market: the vibrant open market of the Netherlands

Storytime! This is how and where I found The Hague Market — a.k.a. the biggest open street market in Europe. When I first moved to...

Waste separation in the Netherlands: why it’s the best

The Netherlands is one of the most sustainable countries in the world, with one of the best waste management systems in Europe. Here's how...