Monthly Archives: May 2014

The annual Dutch Raw Food Festival is organized by Stichting Raw Food Nederland (The Netherlands Raw Food Foundation).

During June, July and August the famous Artis Zoo in Amsterdam extends it opening hours and is open until sunset on Saturdays in June, July and August.

Sissy Boy celebrates springtime with an annual Vondelpark Summer Market!

The Taste of Amsterdam celebrates the top chefs from leading restaurants in the Amsterdam area. The chefs offer small taster plates of some of their most popular signature dishes for visitors to sample.

The Food Film Festival is an annual event offering a selection of documentaries, shorts and feature films related to food, nutrition, sustainability and gastronomy. The event is based at Amsterdam’s famous Westergasfabriek.

While most of Europe celebrates Victory in Europe Day on 8 May, the Netherlands celebrates its Bevrijdingsdag (Liberation Day) on 5 May.

Ever hear of korfbal? As an expat, you are probably not alone.

The first National Remembrance Day (Nationale Dodenherdenking) was held on Amsterdam’s Dam Square in 1945 and this is still the focus of the city’s ceremonies.

If you love a good cup of joe then get ready for the Amsterdam Coffee Festival.