Courzand
Another golden oldie, this one a little further from the city centre. Tip: get there by water taxi or the Waterbus, getting off at the Heijplaat stop. Between the Eem and Waalhaven container terminals lies a residential area originally built for Rotterdamse Droogdok Maatschappij (RDM) employees. Nowadays there’s a school campus there and the old […]
De Pijp
Any talk of long-standing Rotterdam institutions and chances are you will hear ‘Bierhandel’ De Pijp mentioned in the conversation. This establishment originally opened in 1898 and, after being damaged in the Rotterdam bombardment, was rebuilt in 1940 in a former garage and bicycle parking building. Inside, the decor is old and brown, and sand and […]
DINE
Old Dutch, forever young “Food prepared at the table is back in fashion” Traditional Rotterdam restaurant, Old Dutch, is one of only a handful offering genuine Dutch fare. Some dishes are still even prepared at the table. Old Dutch is all about good, old-fashioned, cosy comfort. Words: Ellen Scholtens As soon as the darker winter […]
Compassionate food choices
The Rotterdam vegan food scene is on the rise, and attitudes are changing, giving way to innovative and charming vegan-friendly restaurants. This local’s guide features a snapshot of the best places the city has to offer. Whether you’re looking for some tasty grub or a romantic evening out, each spot provides a unique balance of […]
Compassionate food choices
The Rotterdam vegan food scene is on the rise, and attitudes are changing, giving way to innovative and charming vegan-friendly restaurants. This local’s guide features a snapshot of the best places the city has to offer. Whether you’re looking for some tasty grub or a romantic evening out, each spot provides a unique balance of […]
Compassionate Food Choices
The Rotterdam vegan food scene is on the rise, and attitudes are changing, giving way to innovative and charming vegan-friendly restaurants. This local’s guide features a snapshot of the best places the city has to offer. Whether you’re looking for some tasty grub or a romantic evening out, each spot provides a unique balance of […]
Compassionate food choices
The Rotterdam vegan food scene is on the rise, and attitudes are changing, giving way to innovative and charming vegan-friendly restaurants. This local’s guide features a snapshot of the best places the city has to offer. Whether you’re looking for some tasty grub or a romantic evening out, each spot provides a unique balance of […]
THE ULTIMATE WEDDING PLANNER
Trouwen doe je zo! [This is how you get married!] After several years working as a wedding planner and event manager, Michèle decided to gather all her knowledge and experience in a clever book for upcoming bridal couples. The book is called “Trouwen doe je zo!” and includes an extensive 10-step plan, pages full of […]
DRIVE A TESLA FOR A DAY (OR TWO)
UFODRIVE opens new location in Rotterdam Rotterdam is now a new location for UFODRIVE, the fully digital and electric car rental service. Through an app, cars can be rented 24/7 for a fixed and transparent price. The fleet, consisting solely of electric cars such as the Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model S and the Audi […]
THE BEST CHILDREN’S BOOK!
Several awards for children’s book illustrated by Rotterdam illustrator The children’s book Zeb. by Gideon Samson, with the work of Rotterdam illustrator Joren Joshua, has won the “Gouden Griffel” (Golden Pen) award during the Children’s Book Ball. “The Golden Granger” is the prize for the best-written children’s book. Zeb. is about class that has a […]