Lately I’ve been on a ramen kick! I’m in search of the best bowl of heavenly noodles, rich broth, jammy egg and tender pork. Here’s where to find some of the best ramen in Amsterdam. And let’s not forget the worst… I’ve rated everything on a 10-point scale, 10 being high and 0 being low. […]
Dumplings Amsterdam
Dumplings Amsterdam is my go-to Chinese street food spot in Amsterdam. And lucky me, I live super close by. So what’s the hype around Dumplings Amsterdam? And why is that line so long, so often? Well long story short, it’s delicious Chinese street food. Plus, the location is just by Westerpark, making it the perfect […]
The best bars in Caye Caulker
I’ll keep this list short and sweet. If you’re headed to Caye Caulker, Belize chances are you are looking to go slow and enjoy a few rum punches with the locals. Well, you’re in luck. There are plenty of bars where you can pass the day away. Here are just a few of the best […]
The best restaurants in Caye Caulker Belize
Caye Caulker, Belize is full of restaurants and bars. At lunch time, you’ll also find some fun street vendors popping up along the main road. But which are the best restaurants in Caye Caulker? Well, I did my research, asked around and of course tasted plenty. Here are the best I found. The best restaurants […]
Amsterdam Staatsliedenbuurt | Local Guide
Looking for tips for Amsterdam’s Staatsliedenbuurt neighborhood from a local? Well, you came to the right place. Staatsliedenbuurt is the neighborhood (buurt in Dutch) that I’ve called home for the last three years. The Staatsliedenbuurt is one of the best places in Amsterdam to visit. Why? There’s no tourists here. And we’ve got plenty of […]
Bollenstreek bike route | Cycle in the tulip fields in the Netherlands
Cycle the Bollenstreek flower route in the Netherlands and see the tulips in bloom as well as the incredible dunes and nature.
The A’dam Lookout Swing | The highest swing in Europe
The A’dam Lookout Swing, or the highest swing in Europe, is one of Amsterdam’s more popular tourist attractions. But what’s it all about and is it worth it? I live in Amsterdam and here’s my take. The A’dam Lookout and the A’dam Lookout Swing are located on the observation deck, aka the top floor of […]
King’s Day in Amsterdam
I’ve lived in Amsterdam for 8 years. This will be my 6th King’s Day in Amsterdam. There were a couple missed years due to Covid, but let’s move on. King’s Day is one of my favorite days of the year. King’s Day in Amsterdam is like Dutch 4th of July except better. What is King’s […]
A long weekend in Naples, Italy | 72 Hours
Taste the best pizzas, explore the sights and relax by the sea. Here’s how to spend a long weekend in Naples, Italy with no regrets.
Dorus Amsterdam
Dorus Amsterdam is the newest cafe in Amsterdam Oud West. Well, not so new anymore. Dorus opened back in February, replacing a former unloved CoffeeRoastery on the corner of De Clercqustraat and Da Costakaade. Over a month or so, I watched as they transformed the place into Dorus. I could not believe that these people […]