‘Garden Futures’ exhibition opened at Nieuwe Instituut

Exhibition Nieuwe Instituut

Gardens Futures is now on display at Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam, exploring the history and future of modern gardens. Co-curator Maria Heinrich and spatial designer Frank Bruggeman have designed the exhibition as a garden itself, structured around four themes: The Garden as World, The Politics of the Garden, Experimental Gardens, and The World as Garden. […]

The Netherlands rings in the New Year with the National Fireworks

Fireworks

Once again, the Netherlands will welcome the new year with the National Fireworks: the country’s largest fireworks show, held over the iconic Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam. For over 15 years, this spectacular event has been a cherished tradition, recognized both within and beyond Rotterdam. Known for its impressive eco-friendly fireworks, the show has become synonymous […]

Restaurant ‘t Slaakhuys has opened at a historic location

slaakhuys

The new restaurant ‘t Slaakhuys has opened its doors in the former editorial office of a daily newspaper. The historic building on the Slaak, designed by architect Jo Vegter, has undergone a major transformation. The interior has been given a modern and warm look. The walls of the restaurant have been decorated with graffiti by […]

Madame Saigon serves an authentic Vietnamese menu

Th einterior of Madame Saigon

The menu at the new family-run Madame Saigon restaurant features dishes based on well-kept family recipes. The restaurant wants to bring guests together in a trendy Vietnamese atmosphere. With its location in a side street of the Witte de Withstraat, The Vietnamese restaurant is located in an excellent and central location. Madame Saigon serves authentic […]

New restaurant Matelief brings history alive

Matelief web

In the Old Harbor-area of Rotterdam Matelief has opened its doors. The new restaurant has a sunny terrace, overviewing the classic ships, the White House and the Willemsbrug, At the iconic location, famous sailors from history come back to life. The walls are adorned with striking works of art of sea heroes by artist Barre […]

Grace has opened its doors

Grace rotterdam

Grace has been added to the popular Stadhuisplein. The new festive restaurant features a menu with the best dishes from different parts of the world. By regarded chef Marco Prins. The basement houses a new club. The Grit is open every Friday night (Limbo) and Saturday night (Off the Grit). An age limit of 23 […]

De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE celebrates Dutch music

De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE celebrates Dutch music

For 25 years, De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE has been a household name throughout the Netherlands. Since 1999, Rotterdam Ahoy has been transformed into one big pub every January. The biggest names all took the stage and this year the anniversary is celebrated during 20 shows with 28 acts performing during a nearly three-and-a-half-hour show. […]

Bisou Urban Bistro brings Caribbean cuisine to Hillegersberg

Bisou Urban Bistro.

On the Kerkstraat in Hillegersberg Pamela Schipper will open Bisou Urban Bistro on the former location of El Mercat. At Bisou, the restaurant and bar come together with fine wines, cocktails and shared dining. Starting mid November, Bisou will open its doors to the public 5 days a week. Owner Pamela Schipper has spent years […]

Borrelboer brings delicatessen to the Hofbogen

borrelboer vitrine

The Hofbogen is a unique complex in the Northern part of town. This railway viaduct is over 100 years old and now the archways accommodate new businesses like De Borrelboer. The neighborhood store offers everything you need for the typical Dutch informal social gathering with drinks and snacks, also known as the: Borrel. From freshly […]

Restaurant STER is the second endeavour by Terry Priem and Esther van Otterloo

Ster Esther v Otterloo _ Terry Priem

Chef Terry Priem and his wife Esther van Otterloo started Gastrobar STER in 2019 in Kralingen. Restaurant STER will be their second business. It’s located at Honingerdijk 265 at the former site of restaurant Fred. Restaurant STER will be the bigger brother of Gastrobar STER. Chef-owner Terry Priem: “In the relatively small Gastrobar, we ran […]