Food & Drink in Netherlands
Culinary experiences
Groningen by Mouth: Eierbal at Dawn, Indonesian Rijsttafel at Dusk, and the Underground Dining Rooms Where Students Become Sommeliers
Sophie Brennan's field report on Groningen's student-driven food scene—from 2 AM eierbal rituals to underground Indonesian rijsttafel, craft beer sanctuaries, and the honest flavors of Europe's youngest city.
Food & DrinkEindhoven's Rebel Kitchen: Where Factory Engineers Became the Netherlands' Most Exciting Tables
Explore Eindhoven's transformed food scene — from Michelin-starred design district restaurants to traditional Brabantse bakeries. Where Philips factories became the Netherlands' most unexpected culinary destination.
Food & DrinkThe Hague Food & Drink Guide: Harbor Kibbeling, Indonesian Rijsttafel, and Brown Cafés in the Netherlands' Most Underrated Food City
A comprehensive food and drink guide to The Hague, from harbor-fresh kibbeling and Indonesian rijsttafel to brown cafés, Surinamese roti, and jenever distilleries. With specific addresses, prices, hours, and what to skip.
Food & DrinkUtrecht Food Guide: Medieval Cellars, Michelin Plates, and the €4 Sandwich That Defines a City
From 14th-century canal cellars to Indonesia's rijsttafel, Utrecht's food scene is the Netherlands' best-kept secret. Discover where to actually eat in the city Amsterdam forgot to copy — now updated for 2026 with new openings and current prices.
Food & DrinkAmsterdam's Food Underground: Brown Cafés from 1670, Surinamese Roti in De Pijp, and the Rijsttafel That Explains Dutch Colonial History
A comprehensive food and drink guide to Amsterdam, from herring stands and brown cafés dating to 1670 to Surinamese roti in De Pijp and rijsttafel that explains Dutch colonial history. With specific addresses, prices, hours, and what to skip.
Food & DrinkAmsterdam in Summer: Canals, Terraces, and the Dutch Art of Doing Nothing with Intention
A comprehensive guide to Amsterdam in summer, from canal swimming and festival culture to the best terraces, neighborhoods, and the Dutch approach to long summer days.