to SUNDAY ADE – Amsterdam Dance Event Wednesday 19 to Sunday 23 October 2016 Since Wednesday, Amsterdam is swarmed with people wearing black. Amsterdam Dance Event must be on… 😉 The Netherlands is known for its leading position in electronic music – Tiesto, Armin van Buuren, Martin Garrix, to name just a few – so it […]

EYE Bar-Restaurant is located in the spectacular building of the EYE Film Institute. The grand space and enormous terrace overlooking the river IJ and Amsterdam Central Station, make this bar and restaurant a destination in itself. The food is delicious and well presented, the location amazing. The service is very friendly and attentive. A visit […]

to SUNDAY Happy 741st birthday, Amsterdam! Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 October 2016 27 October is Amsterdam’s birthday. This year it is 741 years ago that Amsterdam was first mentioned in an official document, the ‘Tolprivilege’ (toll privilege), on 27 October 1275. At the time, Amsterdam was called ‘Amestelledamme’ (derived from the dam that was built in the river […]

Restaurant Moeders (Mothers) is a reasonably priced, cosy restaurant with a special interior: wooden tables covered with vintage crockery and hundreds of photos of mothers on the wall. Moeders is the restaurant to go to when you want to enjoy Dutch food and like an informal, homey atmosphere. Typical Dutch food Moeders is known for […]

to SUNDAY What will save the world? Saturday 12 November 2016, from 09.40 to 16.00 hours Okay, let’s start the weekend with a serious topic. After this horror week (yes, we are Hillary supporters), the conference What will save the world is more relevant than ever. An international cast of activists, scientists, writers and philosophers will […]

The Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht could be considered a hidden gem. The discrete exterior almost overtly conceals the sophisticated luxury inside. The interior of this 5-star hotel along Prinsengracht canal, is completely designed by Dutch designer Marcel Wanders. Andaz Hotel offers 122 luxury design hotel rooms including 5 stylish suites. All rooms offer complimentary snacks and […]

Restaurant Anna truly is a bright, precious gem amongst the rough stones of the Red Light District in Amsterdam. This is my favourite restaurant for years already, and it always is a treat to dine here. This restaurant opened its doors in April 2011 and has been – understandably so – a hit from day […]

Brasserie Halte 3 provides a casual space with high ceilings and an excellent menu, offering something delicious to eat at any time of day. A broad breakfast assortment, a range of sandwiches and salads and incredibly good value for money main meals, make Brasserie Halte 3 a must go to destination. Excellent value for money, […]

Hotel De Hallen is located in an old tram depot – De Hallen – that was converted into a very successful groovy hotspot in Amsterdam West. The hotel has 55 non-smoking rooms, all located along the long public hall in the middle. All the rooms are equipped with a COCO-MAT bed, Nespresso coffee machine & […]

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EYE Film Institute Netherlands – formerly known as the Film Museum in Vondelpark – opened a spectacular new building across the river IJ, in April 2012. Here, EYE offers its (international) visitors four movie theatres, an exhibition space, a basement for interactive educational purposes and a bar-restaurant with a huge terrace, overlooking the river IJ. […]

Bar Spek is a relaxed, casual and fun cafe/bar, which serves tasty breakfasts, lunches and dinners. They serve excellent coffee throughout the day and in the evenings, as the sun goes down, the bar becomes a lively, convivial space shaking it up with gin & tonics and cocktails. Relaxed cafe, bar with tasty food and […]

Gays & Gadgets – the name already says it – sells a wide range of gadgets, fashion, toys, books, DVDs and gifts for and about the lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender lifestyle. Though the main focus is on gay men, we are sure that you’ll find a gift for any friend; male or female or […]