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Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsJune 12, 2019
Yuan’s Hot Pot | Traditional Chinese FonduePreparing food in a hotpot is a traditional Chinese cooking method where a simmering pot of Chinese soup base fills the middle of the dining table. During dinner, guests drop their favourite fish, meat, frogs (oh yes) or veggies in the bubbling hot pot (Chuan Chuan Xiang). You can compare it to a traditional fondue,...Read more...
Netherlands / Tasty HotspotsMay 28, 2019
These are the Top 13 Beach Clubs in The NetherlandsIn the Netherlands we needed to wait a while before spring/summer knocked on the door, but she’s here. Finally! When the sun is out, people want to escape the hot city and go to one of the many amazing beaches. The Netherlands offers a few long stretched beaches with pretty amazing sunsets. Beach Clubs are all part of...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsMay 28, 2019
Café Cliché AmsterdamMemorable evenings don’t have to be made at the other side of the globe. Sometimes you can create them just around the corner, like I had at Sidney Schutte’s culinary living room Café Cliché in Amsterdam. Labelled as the ‘brasserie of the hood’ with lots of surprising nooks and corners. One to keep in mind due...Read more...
Netherlands / Tasty HotspotsMay 15, 2019
6 beach clubs in The Netherlands you should visit this summerThe Netherlands is famous for its long stretch beaches and endless amounts of beach clubs. So many that sometimes is a bit hard to make the right choice. Where will the food be the best? Where do they have the best ice-coffee or ambiance? We’ve listed our 6 favorite beach clubs of the season. Tulum,...Read more...
City Trips / Europe / Netherlands / Tasty HotspotsMay 8, 2019
The Leeuwarden Guide 2019Leeuwarden was voted the culture capital of Europe last year, and since then the city has been buzzing. New restaurants and shops pop up like mushrooms which resulted in more visitors than ever before. Time to check out the city of Fryslân everyone is talking about! Bye bye hustle and bustle of Amsterdam, hello hello...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsApril 29, 2019
Bakers Dough is serving Dough ice-cream and we want it!Time to indulge yourself to the max because cookie dough bar Bakers Dough just got better. After the successful opening in Rotterdam, the insta-famous Bakers Dough came to our capital city almost 2 years ago. Never heard of this sweet food trend before? Well, it’s pretty simple; remember the dough you used to secretly eat...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsApril 28, 2019
Nomads Amsterdam » The Restaurant Inspired by TravelLast year, Restaurant Nomads opened its doors in Amsterdam. A one of a kind restaurant with a direct link to travel. Every couple of months they travel across the globe to be inspired by a different cuisine which then results in a brand new menu. After Peru and Jordan it was time for a new influence....Read more...
Europe / Tasty HotspotsApril 18, 2019
5 Must Try Non-French restaurants in ParisFrance is famous for its gastronomy, and Paris, being its capital, no doubt has some of the best French restaurants in town. However, we understand that one might not be in the mood for cheese and wine, or even their delicious garlic escargot all day, every day. And sometimes, we just desperately crave the exotic...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty HotspotsApril 17, 2019
5 x amazing brunch spots in UtrechtBrunch is hot right now. And we are not complaining! As of recently, Utrecht has seen various brunch-specialised spots popping up around town, and I selflessly volunteered to review them for you. Here are 5 outstanding brunch spots in Utrecht. Frenchie Cafe Frenchie is here to cater for a very specific crowd with its rainbow/unicorn...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsApril 17, 2019
15 x Best Terraces In Amsterdam WestThe sun is out and so are the people. During the week, people run out of their offices when the clock hits five, trying to find the best spots to enjoy the last sun-rays of the day. So where exactly are those places? Well, as Amsterdam West is my hood, I did a little research...Read more...
City Trips / Tasty HotspotsApril 15, 2019
The Best Terraces and Rooftops in East LondonOutdoor drinking spots where you can actually catch some sunshine are rare in London. But when you know your way around you’ll find some hidden treasures all around the city. East London has a couple of the best outdoor vibes for the weekend, enjoy the sunshine, creative vibes and this list of the best terraces...Read more...
Spain / Tasty HotspotsApril 8, 2019
Eat My Trip is the Instagram foodie dream of BarcelonaWelcome in the wonder world of cotton candy clouds, unicorn smoothie bowls and pink lattes in skull cups. Eat My Trip is the place sweet dreams are made and after reading this article you surely won’t disagree. If somebody knows how a good dream should look, taste and feel like, it’s Genia Sukhacheva, the founder...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsApril 6, 2019
Full Moon Garden brings their Dim Sum to AmsterdamIf you have Asian roots like me, you know that “Asian” brunch is a thing. Eating with family & friends is very important and the Chinese understand this more than anyone. It’s no surprise that they invented Dim Sum, small bite-sized portions of food served in small steamer baskets or on a small plate, that...Read more...
Amsterdam / Spots / Tasty HotspotsMarch 26, 2019
Little Plant Pantry | The new Plant-Based wholefoods store in AmsterdamNew spots in town deserve a moment to shine. Especially when it’s a green newbie lead by Irish do-gooders. Let’s say hi to Little Plant Pantry, a plant-based speciality food store and café in Amsterdam city centre, which absolutely is worth a visit. The story behind: bye bye plastic A couple of weeks ago Little...Read more...
L U S T / Scandinavia / Tasty HotspotsMarch 20, 2019
Norway just opened up the largest underwater restaurant, Under.The restaurant located at the southern cape of Norway, is submerged halfway into the water, looking like it has tipped over. It will have seats for 100 guests, making Under the largest underwater restaurant to date. The structure Under is set 5.50 meter below sea level and designed by Snøhetta, a renowned Norwegian architectural & design...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsMarch 18, 2019
5 x Korean Food in AmsterdamI first discovered Korean food in New York about 10 years ago. I don’t even remember what the restaurant was called, but it was out of this world. After a few years an Asian friend of mine introduced me to this secret Korean BBQ spot in the heart of Amsterdam called Yokiyo. It was Korean Food...Read more...
Tasty HotspotsMarch 16, 2019
Spiritland London | Where music and food comes togehterDescribed on their website as “an early morning to late night celebration of food, drink and music”, there is little else to add that better describes Spiritland, a new venue in London’s Southbank district. Part owned by the team that brought London the popular contemporary British dining hall Canteen, Spiritland is not to be missed....Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsMarch 4, 2019
The Meets Amsterdam has opened their second location!Three years after they started their journey in De Pijp, they proudly popped up a second one in Amsterdam Eastside. A place for both vega(n) aficionados and meat eaters. How great if you can mix the tasty with the healthy? The Meets in Amsterdam has proven that added sugars and additives are somewhat of the...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 26, 2019
6 x Amazing places in Paris to indulge in some self loveFebruary is always short but sweet. Whilst not everyone may get to share Valentine’s Day with another, we all could use a bit of self-love and indulgence. As Lucile Ball famously said “Love yourself first and everything else falls into line.” These places in Paris are just the right thing. Peonies The first Parisian café...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 26, 2019
The Avocado Show will open a pop-up restaurant in London this MarchGrab your phone, set the date, and empty your photo gallery. You are in need of some space when the popular Avocado restaurant is going to wow London with their green and healthy creations. What to expect From March 11th till 24th, the infamous Dutch Avocado restaurant will touch down in London’s Bluebird Chelsea for...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 24, 2019
Mr Black and the White Ox | Utrecht’s new 2-in-1 culinary escapadeSome days you just want to amp up the volume and treat yourself to something a little nicer, or a lot nicer. Cue in Utrecht’s newcomer; Mr Black and the White Ox. Located a little outside of Utrecht’s buzzing city center in Douwe Egberts’ old headquarter building, this new hotspot is the little culinary escapade...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 19, 2019
Bam Boa will open at Girassol’s old location!For the last week or so, we have seen some pretty photo’s and “coming soon” messages passing by our Instagram feed. We can now tell you that there is a new hotspot coming by the name of Bam Boa! The closing of Girassol A few months ago the owners of Girassol decided to close their...Read more...
Tasty HotspotsFebruary 12, 2019
Brickwood Coffee & Bread in London » Brunch at it’s bestAs any brunch aficionado knows, there’s no place not worth going to if it doesn’t have at least a ten-minute queue outside. And one such place is Brickwood Coffee & Bread. Weekend culture in London is accepting that you’ll need to queue for your brunch – but see it as a positive that you’re building...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 11, 2019
Mr. & Mrs. Watson will open a Vegan Cheese Factory in AmsterdamFounders Aleid Koopal & Kirsi Rautiainen started their vegan restaurant Mr. & Mrs. Watson back in 2017 and became a household name when it came to their innovating vegan dishes. Their vegan cheese became the talk of vegan Amsterdam and we’re happy to announce that they are planning to open their own vegan cheese factory!...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 8, 2019
Lebanese restaurant Fenicie opens in AmsterdamLibanese restaurant Fenicie opened it’s doors in the most lively district of Amsterdam last night. The Libanese cusine is more popular than ever, but to do it right, you must have a killer hummus. Did Fenicie live up to our expectations? Fenicie Amsterdam Fenicie is located next to Palladium near the Leidse Square and has...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 6, 2019
Vegan Deli Vegabond West is open!On the first of March, Vegabond will be opening its second location in the beautiful Amsterdam Oud-West. It will be their first Deli with the new concept. The first Vegan Deli The first Vegabond location at Leliegracht is known as a magnet for vegan and non-vegan tourists. When they first opened their lunchroom and grocery...Read more...
France / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 5, 2019
Le Potager de Charlotte opens their second Vegan restaurant!You’ve probably heard me rave about Le Potager de Charlotte in my previous article on Top 10 Vegan Restaurants in Paris, but I am about to tell you everything you need to know about their new restaurant in the fancy 17th arrondissement. I was so happy to be back at Le Potager de Charlotte but...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / T R E A S U R E S / Tasty HotspotsFebruary 1, 2019
NENI Amsterdam, the highly anticipated newcomerOver the past year the Citroën garage next to the Olympic Stadium has been completely renovated, with the purpose of bringing back this iconic building at the Stadionplein in its full glory. Now it’s home to a brand new restaurant by the name of NENI. It’s a Family Affaire NENI are the initials of Nuriel,...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsJanuary 31, 2019
Carstens Brasserie is bringing the farm back to the cityOpening on the 6th of February 2019, is the brand new Brasserie Carstens, located in central Amsterdam. The concept of the Carstens is an idea created by Maik Kuijpers, former head chef Michelin star restaurant De Librije. (Yes, that is promising!) We had a first look. The Concept Brasserie Carstens is a collaboration with the Park...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsJanuary 29, 2019
Eat & Dance at MILK Café AmsterdamMusic venue The Melkweg has been around for ages, but did you know they recently opened up a café/restaurant on the Marnixstraat? We checked out MILK Café. We had to look for the way in, but MILK Café is located across from the DeLaMar Theater and joins the entrance with Melkweg Expo, which MILK café...Read more...
France / Tasty HotspotsJanuary 28, 2019
Top 10 Vegan Restaurants and Cafes in ParisHappy new year! The post-holiday season is a perfect time to detox and perhaps take part in the annual Veganuary – encouraging people to go vegan for the first month of the year for the benefits of our health, the environment and animal rights. For some, this may not be easy, especially in a city...Read more...
Tasty HotspotsJanuary 23, 2019
Piero’s » Utrecht’s new retro Italian bar-restaurantThere’s a new Italian kid in town, and Piero’s means serious delicious business. From neapolitan pizzas, to fresh pasta and traditional tiramisu to finish it off, Piero’s Italian celebrates the flavors of Italy in ways that’ll keep you going back for more…and more. Located on Ledig Erf, Piero’s resto-bar adopts a warm, retro-chic yet unpretentious...Read more...
Tasty HotspotsJanuary 21, 2019
There is a JEU de Boules Bar in Utrecht and it’s awesome!With its bites, boules and beers, JEU De Boules bar is the latest hot spot to hit Utrecht. If you are looking to unwind, catch up with friends and enjoy a drink or dinner, then you have come to the right place. The set-up is super cool with 11 boules courts, tables scattered around the...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsJanuary 17, 2019
La LotteriaAmsterdam South has a new spot: La Lotteria, a typical Italian Osteria where pure Italian dishes fill the menu. It is a special collaboration between the Goede Doelen Loterijen and The Color Kitchen, and I would love to tell you more about this inspiring place. In Italy an osteria is a restaurant where you get...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsJanuary 17, 2019
The ultimate list for our favourite lunch spots in Amsterdam WestOver the years we have tried a lot of lunchrooms in Amsterdam. It is time for that ultimate list of places and this month we start off with our favourite lunch spots in Amsterdam West. All tried and tested! Meatless District Bilderdijkstraat 65-67 This lunch spot has really improved over the years. They are now...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsJanuary 11, 2019
Cereal & Chill in AmsterdamWe grew up with them, and there is no breakfast table in the US that doesn’t have them; Cereals. This morning snack is making a comeback on Instagram and Amsterdam just opened their first cereal bar. Cereal & Chill. At Cereal & Chill , which opened a few months ago, they serve 100+ cereals, delicious...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsJanuary 11, 2019
These are the best High Tea spots in AmsterdamWinter is coming and so we start to crave more warmth. One of the things I love during this period is to drink tea. Lot’s of it actually! What better then to enjoy this hot infusion with a bunch of delicious snacks & bites! I’m talking about High Tea. You can enjoy it all year round...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty HotspotsDecember 17, 2018
Hotspot in Rotterdam » WES EettentjeLast month our new guest editor Katrin, visited recently opened WES Eettentje in Rotterdam. The guys behind the all-day breakfast joint, By Jarmusch, opened their 2nd food business this summer and attracts locals for coffee, mediterranean food and chitchat. WES Eettentje is a café, restaurant and bar in one, located in the “Oude Noorden” of...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsDecember 13, 2018
10 x delicious Pizza in AmsterdamPIZZAAAA: definitely my number 1 (food) guilty pleasure. Who’s with me? Luckily there are many pizza places in Amsterdam where you can eat delicious pizzas. From golden to glutenfree or vegan pizza’s. Time to find out where to score the best pizza in Amsterdam. 1. Pizza Beppe Roelof Hartstraat 27, Amsterdam Pizza Beppe is the first...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsDecember 11, 2018
Instock Saves DinnersRestaurant Instock is the one place where you can combine yumminess with doing a good deed. We can tell you, rescued food never tasted so good! Restaurant Instock in a nutshell Did you know one third of the whole food production is wasted? Hold on, that means a worldwide wastage of 1.3 billion tonnes per...Read more...

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