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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
Vegabond will open their second Vegan Deli this March!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...
Tasty HotspotsDecember 3, 2018
ĂnĂn Saigon » Vietnamese Streetfood in UtrechtWalking into ĂnĂn, you are instantly hit with the smells and colours of a busy side street in Saigon… or in Utrecht! The vibe is alive and the place is dotted with wait staff running between tables and the kitchen carrying steaming little plates of mouth-watering Vietnamese treats. On top of the tables are typical...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsNovember 30, 2018
5 x Amazing Turkish Breakfast in AmsterdamWe all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and the Turks know this like no other. In Turkey, breakfast is a culinary ritual that contains different cheeses, olives, egg dishes, jams, grilled sausages, fruits and many cups of sugar infused black tea. Lucky for us, Amsterdam has a few places...Read more...
City Trips / T R E A S U R E S / Tasty HotspotsNovember 28, 2018
8 x tips for an Amazing Citytrip to LeeuwardenEspecially in autumn and winter time it’s a big YES for me to plan some extra citytrips. Sometimes to refuel my energy level, sometimes to discover new places. For sure I love to book a ticket to a sunny far far away gem, but what about our own lovely homeland? Together with a friend I...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsNovember 22, 2018
New Restaurant in Amsterdam! The VeronicaschipPretty sure you’ve ever heard of the offshore radio station Radio Veronica, which was settled on the eponymous ship back in the 60’s and 70’s. After a huge makeover and many wanderings later, since five years the pirate ship is docked in the NDSM wharf of Amsterdam. What started with Club Noorderschip, is from now...Read more...
France / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsNovember 20, 2018
Marxito is Paris’s latest Hotspot (and it’s pink!)Do you ever want to have street food but fear the quality of the vendors? Also, does the term ‘fast food’ makes you immediately think of oily, fat and bad quality food? Worry not, chef Thierry Marx is about to alter your perception and make fast food great again! Say hello to Marxito by Thierry Marx....Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsNovember 14, 2018
Deer Mama Vegan Mylk & Burger BarThe vegan hotspots are currently poppin’ out of the ground like mushrooms, and we don’t mind at all! With the focus on animal welfare and climate change, people are more open than ever to try something vegan. Good news for those who love this “green” trend, because this Friday, Deer Mama Vegan Mylk & Burger...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsNovember 12, 2018
Vondelpark3 Amsterdam launched their new Keto Menu!Vondelpark, one of the most beautiful (green) gems of Amsterdam. A perfect place for a lazy Sunday walk, a giant playground for dogs, or for a really surprising lunch or dinner at Kitchen & Bar Vondelpark3. Even as a local resident, I’ve never eaten here before, so this had to change. Let’s zoom in on...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsNovember 9, 2018
The Health Food Wall in AmsterdamThe typical Dutch snack wall concept, has been re-invented into a healthy option; Health Food Wall. And you can find it in Amsterdam West. If you’re not Dutch, this needs a small introduction. The Dutch like to snack. Deep fried croquettes, hot cheesesoufflé, burgers, you name it. If you’re hungry, and crave for a quick...Read more...
Belgium / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsOctober 24, 2018
The Avocado Show is coming to Brussels!We knew it wouldn’t last too long. The popular avocado restaurant that is famous for their instagrammable avo-dishes, is finally expanding abroad. The Avocado Show’s is coming to Brussels! It’s big news because avocado fans have been waiting for the restaurant to open somewhere else after their two locations in Amsterdam. The Avocado Show’s first...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsOctober 22, 2018
Madam Pancake in Amsterdam brings pancakes to another levelWith pancake lovers all over the world, we’re happy to announce that Amsterdam can add a new food concept to it’s foodie list called MADAM PANCAKE. Madam Pancake offers American style pancakes, with colorful and tasty toppings. The American pancakes, available in sweet and savoury, are richly invested with the most beautiful toppings; nothing is...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty HotspotsOctober 11, 2018
This Café in Seoul looks like a CartoonWe’ve seen a hello kitty café, a unicorn café, and even a cat café. But have you ever been in a café where everything looks like a cartoon? In Seoul, you can find Cafe Yeonnam-dong, where you literally walk into a cartoon world. The café’s look and feel has been inpsired by the popular Korean TV...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty Hotspots / Top 5 L / USASeptember 18, 2018
5 x The Best Breakfast Spots in West Village, New YorkIn a completely food-obsessed city, the West Village seems to be a breakfast focal point. Not only is the food incredible, but the environment of that particular neighborhood gives you a warm and fuzzy feeling to kick off the start of your day. Instead of skyscrapers, you’ll find brownstone, pre-war buildings complete with classic New...Read more...
L U S T / T R E A S U R E S / Tasty HotspotsSeptember 10, 2018
Australian Vibes in Utrecht: Surfbar De Rode VoschAustralian restaurant de Rode Vosch (the Red Fox) has been an Australian hotspot in Utrecht city for almost two years. This last weekend they opened a cool surfbar in their restaurant. If Australia is one step too far away, but you do want to have a taste of Australian culture, this is the place to...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsSeptember 7, 2018
HappyHappyJoyJoy South is Open! (And they serve rainbao’s!)Hotspot alert for all Asian food lovers: Julius Jaspers’ HappyHappyJoyJoy has opened her third hangout in Amsterdam! The vibrant ‘De Pijp’, is the lucky place where they’ll bring you the very best of an everlasting Asian food fest. Dim sum, rendang, pad thai, the world’s first “rainbao’s” and off course…ice cold Bintangs. Get ready for...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsAugust 27, 2018
Bardak » Tel Aviv in the heart of AmsterdamHave you ever eaten ‘Grilled Okra’? At Bardak, near The Heineken Experience in Amsterdam, you can discover the taste of the Israeli kitchen. The place is a organized chaos and that’s exactly the vibe they want to create in the restaurant. Get ready for some extraordinary tapas. The owners want to give you the real...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsJuly 22, 2018
Branie, a surprise Indonesian restaurant with BallsWhen I arrived at new joint Branie, on the Ten Katestraat in Amsterdam, I had no idea what to expect. The front window had a crack in it, and there was only a small sign. You would walk straight past it, to be honest. Once inside, I was welcomed by the owner and the wonderful...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsJuly 19, 2018
The Birdhouse AmsterdamHip hip hooray summer is in the city: the sun is shining (and luckily isn’t going to stop with it), lots of smiling faces in urban parks, and a variety of birds which bring a colourful joy to Amsterdam. Our beautiful capital city in optima forma, thanks good-humoured Mother Nature! Not to mention all the...Read more...
L U S T / Tasty HotspotsJune 8, 2018
SNCKBR IV Utrecht, The largest vegan restaurant of EuropeVegan food is hot hot hot! Everywhere you look, a new vegan restaurant pops up in Holland. We already wrote about the Vegan Junk Food Bar, and some secret vegan spots in Amsterdam. But there’s now also a new vegan restaurant in Utrecht, which is the biggest plant based restaurant in Europe: SNCKBR IV. SNCKBR SNCKBR...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsJune 7, 2018
The Pressroom Amsterdam, Upgraded!INK Hotel Amsterdam just launched their new edition of their very own restaurant, PRESSROOM. It’s not an extreme make-over but definitely an upgrade! Here’s what changed: Interior upgrades The interior only got a few upgrades but just enough to change the atmosphere. It now breaths more “full grown restaurant” instead of only the dining lobby...Read more...
Amsterdam / L U S T / Tasty HotspotsMay 29, 2018
Venster33 » Not a new spot, but definitely a hotspot!Normally when it comes to brand new hotspots, I’m like a fish that sees the bait. As soon as they pop up, I want to drop by. But this time I shine some light on an established one: Restaurant Venster33. I hear you think ‘why not a new spot’? It’s the older family member of...Read more...
Amsterdam / Tasty HotspotsApril 26, 2018
The JuiceBrothers open up their 6th location in Amsterdam!We are happy to announce that JuiceBrothers has opened their 6th location in Amsterdam! To celebrate this we were invited to have a workout and lunch launch event at the Koninginneweg 29-31 in Amsterdam. The Story For those who haven’t heard the story behind the JuiceBrothers yet; it all started with four friends who were...Read more...

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