Wereldwinkel

Visiting the Wereldwinkel (world store) is like taking a trip around the world. From original kids gifts, books and accessories to delicious and honest food products, what they all have in common is that they embrace other cultures. And the best part: it’s all made with respect for people and the environment. The producers, such […]

Restaurant of the Future

Some called her crazy, but she proved them wrong. Hospitality entrepreneur Femke Snijders transformed the white water course of the dilapidated tropical paradise Tropicana into a restaurant of the future. ‘Aloha Bar is my candy store.’ By Chantal Lindsen  Transforming the white water courses of an old swimming pool into a restaurant sounds insane. What […]

GYS

A hip organic eatery decorated with green living walls. This sustainable restaurant’s vegetarian and vegan customers are spoilt for choice, whether they are coming for breakfast (pancakes with blueberries), lunch (sweet potato burger) or dinner. Tip: Try the Meatless Loaf or Kapsalon, a healthy version of the famous Rotterdam junk food meal, with tempeh, sweet […]

Freitag

This new store in Van Oldenbarneveltstraat — the very first Freitag in the Netherlands — carries the Swiss brand’s entire collection. For those still unacquainted with the name, that means up to 2,000 different bags all made from recycled truck tarpaulins. For those who do know this hip sustainable brand, it means you can browse […]

Oska & Sirene Mode

Don’t like the average mainstream fashion? Want an outfit that has that je ne sais quoi? OSKA & Sirene Mode, two shops located under one roof, is where you’ll find a great selection showcasing exceptional design and great quality. OSKA is a world-famous German label best known for its stylish and sustainable, comfortable and elegant […]