A little over 100 years ago, Kralingen was an independent village where good money was being made in the peat extraction business. It was a place where the elite built retreats and almshouses for widows and elderly maidservants. Words: Evelien Baks You may often hear locals describing something old as being ‘as old as the…
Named after American filmmaker Wes Anderson, who you might know from movies such The Grand Budapest Hotel and The Royal Tenenbaums, this ‘eettentje’ has a cinematic 50/60s vibe. It’s a colourful and quirky place, just like the popular films and also mirrored in the menu’s dishes – we love the the couscous salad and flatbread…
Blijdorp Winter Festival Over the past few years, this electronic-music festival has become legendary in Rotterdam for its colourful stages and mix of techno, house and hip-hop. This winter it takes place at the Van Nelle Factory, a World Heritage Site and aptly impressive industrial venue. The line-up boasts the likes of ROD, Tim Sweeney,…
The wild flowers on the tables say it all. Jim de Jong’s says his restaurant creates dishes using “the best nature has to offer”. Seasonal vegetables, flowers and herbs feature in his kitchen located under the hip Hofbogen, a stone’s throw from the Hofplein and its landmark fountain. Some of the produce comes from de…
This bright and welcoming store on Lusthofstraat offers an amazing variety of teas and coffees from every corner of the world. As with wine, every country – and even region – has it own specific taste. Can’t decide which of the many, many different blends and beans to buy? Fear not. The store’s owner, Floor,…
