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Cristina

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Passionate traveler. Gourmet curious. Willing to write only about what matters.

This cozy little tapas bar situated near the Van Gogh Museum and Vondelpark offers a three-course fixed price menu for €27.50 Ordering off the tapas menu, which includes lamb chops, fried chorizo, eggplant, peppers, olives and bread can create a massive spread for two that will run about €30 for …

While the Dutch are not internationally known for their cuisine, there are many Dutch dishes that you simply must try on your visit to Amsterdam. Here are some things that are distinctly Dutch that you’ll want to sink your teeth into. Bitterballen – These little snacks can be found at …

Shops in Amsterdam range from large department stores such as De Bijenkorf founded in 1870 and Maison de Bonneterie – a Parisian style store founded in 1889, to small specialty shops. Amsterdam’s high-end shopping is found in the streets Pieter Cornelisz Hooftstraat and Cornelis Schuytstraat, which are located in the …

Amsterdam is brimming with culture and entertainment possibilities. It offers world class nightlife, however if you aren’t in the city to participate to the Club and Coffeeshop scene, there are plenty of more refined ways to be entertained. Here is out list of the best in Amsterdam entertainment: Arts Amsterdam …

There are an incredible number of things for a tourist to do in Amsterdam. If your time is limited, be sure to check out our top 10 list. It is easy to get overwhelmed by this city.  No other place on earth (except maybe Tokyo) has so much humanity crammed …

Amsterdam is not only a city of gorgeous architecture, rich history and illicit pleasures, it is also a city of fantastic food, both in terms of what’s out there and the value for money you get.  With more restaurants and cafes than you can shake a stick at, you never …

Information about Amsterdam districts and neighborhoods of interest to tourists. Most neighborhoods have their own page – click the links for more information. The Old Centre | Hotels This area around the Dam and Nieuwmarkt, and through the neighborhood known as De Wallen (Red Light District), is the oldest part of the city. Densely populated …