Brazillian soul at Samba Kitchen
While the Dutch celebrate Carnival ‘below the rivers’ once a year, I still want to experience the famous, colourful and hot Brazilian one. Unfortunately I haven’t been able to go that far, yet, but I did experience Brasil Fest which I told you about before. You could say I got the hang of the ‘Brazilian way’, especially when it comes down to food… (..more)
Mediterranean food during the winter time at Bazar
From now on, things will get worse as we all face Ice Age 3 disturbing our daily life. However, if you want to escape reality, drop by at Bazar to enlighten your soul. Even though Bazar has actually been quite a settled name throughout the last decade, I couldn't resist reminding you once again. (..more)
COPA embraces football as a religion
It must have been at the age of eight when I developed my first addiction: football. I can still see myself running around the pitch, kicking a ball whilst imagining I would the new Dennis Bergkamp. It took me a couple of years to wake up, realising I would never.. (..more)
Brasil Festival lightens Amsterdam
Usually Brazil brings to mind samba, carnival, capoeira, football, caipirinhas and Copacabana. This was no exception yesterday at Museumplein where a colourful parade took me straight to a Rio de Janeiro vibe. Even Her Royal Highness Máxima Zorreguieta stopped by to officially open the Brasil Festival. (..more)
Meet and Eat: My new ice cream summer diet from IJscuypje
As far as I can remember I never liked ice cream. If I needed a frozen refreshment, I went for a classic Raketje, once or twice a year. Somehow, IJscuypje managed to convert me though: I recently started having ice cream for breakfast. Based in Amsterdam for over 4 years now, IJscuypje has been making a lot of us forget about other fancy brands. (..more)
Wynand Fockink, the oldest distillery + tasting room (since 1679) in Amsterdam
It seems like time stood still in this little distillery/liquor store/tasting room. As soon as I step in, a nice malty smell overwhelms me. Spices and herbs like anis, juniper, fennel, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, carwij and much more are convincing me straight away; concepts like 'traditional' 'authentic' and 'handcraft' are invented here. The view of old barrels, pot stills and jars takes me hundreds of years back in time. Apparently, nothing has changed here except the quality of the products. (..more)
Sure Beats Working! – A new event for young creative entrepeneurs
Every young entrepreneur knows the feeling.. Your attempts to promote your business aren't going as easy as you expected and the unanswered mail and cold calling is leading to despair. Well, let me help you out by suggesting another, more fun way to get your business kick-started: Sure Beats Working is a new event and meeting point where creative types can regularly talk and network. Maybe, Sure Beats Working can connect you to new people and offer you some useful ways in, and is surely more fun than working! The event is aiming to draw people together from a variety of artistic and creative backgrounds. (..more)
Little Buddha, the globalization of a concept
Almost six months ago, Little Buddha successfully settled in Amsterdam and ever since I have forgotten about self discipline. Once you pass the remarkable entrance, you simply don't want to leave the miraculous setting any more. A few things immediately draw attention. First, Big Buddha himself in the middle of the club watching over us. Secondly, the enormous amount of space: this staggering venue offers 1.000 m2 decorated in Asian Fusion club style. Some expectations may arise, but you'll be surprised about the way they mix up Chinese, Japanese (sushi!) and Thai cuisine. (..more)
Sugarless, sweet!
I didn't know what to expect when I got an invitation for the grand opening of Sugarless. Honestly; I don't care about terms like 'biological,' 'ecological,' 'non-artificial' and so on, so I walked in a bit sceptic, but soon amazement took the upper hand. A fresh atmosphere, jazzy tunes and a glass of Prosecco gave me a warm welcome. Meanwhile the cupcakes, sandwiches, smoothies and soup were flying around all too tasty to describe. Jennifer & Joyce de Jong have got me convinced about their chosen way of life! (..more)
Tea Bar, grab your cup!
I still remember myself walking into the Tea Bar for the first time: an overwhelming feeling of calmth took over and I instantly felt just as comfortable as while relaxing on a Sunday afternoon at home. Next thing I knew, one of the owners was taking care of me. The Tea Bar's serenity is remarkable and it is in one of my favourite streets of Amsterdam: Haarlemmerdijk. Obviously, Tea Bar is more than a shop with 70 tea blends! I can even state that Tea Bar polishes tea's image and tea has finally set itself free from its dull reputation. (..more)
