Food

The time Dutchies used cheese to defend themselves against the French

The term "cheesehead" or kaaskoppen didn't exactly come about as a compliment to the world-renowned Dutch goods...

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...

‘Friet’ or ‘patat’? The ultimate guide to Dutch fries

The humble Dutch fries. In a nation known for fierce and unadulterated debates, the Dutch will disregard...

Koek & zopie? Let’s talk about this mysterious Dutch ice skating snack

During my first Dutch winter, I spent a lot of time missing my seasonal favourites from home...

The best apps for ordering food in the Netherlands

It's raining, it's pouring... and you might be looking for an easy way to get a delicious...

Farming for the future: why the Netherlands is one of the largest food exporters in the world

Thanks to decades of innovation and hard work, the Netherlands is one of the world’s largest agricultural...

11 best places for high tea in Amsterdam: the deluxe guide

Nibbling on the best high tea in Amsterdam will make you forget all about that brunching fad....

Stroopwafels unwrapped: Discover the sweet story behind the Dutch classic

A stroopwafel (literally translated to syrup waffle) is a Dutch snack that is gooey and absolutely delicious....