Veel mannen vinden salades saai of ‘geen echt avond-eten’. Als het dan ook nog eens gaat om een gevulde couscous salade, met lekker veel groenten en kruiden, beginnen ze heel hard te lachen, te huilen, of beiden na elkaar. Ik…
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In the category very special locations for very special book shops: Waanders, situated in de Broerenkerk of Zwolle. During my hotel school and during my work at ‘De Librije’ (a 3 Michelin star restaurant) I lived in Zwolle and absolutely enjoyed…
Recently I was in the Peperstraat (pepper street) in Amsterdam, for a nice French dinner at Gebroeders Hartering. It’s a lovely, warm and cosy living room restaurant with an open kitchen and views on the canals of Amsterdam (Rapenburgwal) and…
The Cape winelands of South Africa is one of most pretty vineyard concentrated areas in the world. Nestled between high mountains, surrounded by green hills, olive and lemon trees, dams, birds and unpaved roads, it truly feels like paradise.…
In Heemstede, a picturesque lovely small city (or big village) not far from Amsterdam, you’ll find estate Groenendaal. In the middle of the forest and walking area of Heemstede, there is this lovely old but well maintained country house…
The white gold. Queen of the vegetables. Spring luck. The most flavourful taste of all. Heaven on your plate. White asparagus. I love them. In the Netherlands white asparagus are available in huge amounts between let’s say the second week…
Looking for a romantic and truly special experience in the snow? And do you like a good traditional ‘Fondue Suisse’ with Gruyère AOC and Vacherin cheese? Then look no further. This is the experience you have to book when…
I’d like to ask people around me difficult dilemmas, for example ‘never brush your teeth again’ or ‘you can’t ever visit a hairdresser anymore’… ‘Always walk backwards’ or ‘you have to scream to everyone instead of speaking’… Another favourite…
The ultimate romantic getaway in Burgundy, France? I have the address for you! Just outside the sleepy and quiet village of Montbellet you’ll find La Marande, the ultimate hidden gem for fantastic food, true hospitality and French flair! We…
The Cape winelands of South Africa is one of most pretty vineyard concentrated areas in the world. Nestled between high mountains, surrounded by green hills, olive and lemon trees, dams, birds and unpaved roads, it truly feels like paradise.…