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WINTER | 2018/2019

06 WERELD KERSTCIRCUS 250 years

08 PALAZZO

Memorable moments

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10 AMSTERDAM Where to begin

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Created on Dutch Soil

L U X U RY T O U RIS T IN FO RM AT I O N M A G A Z I N E

16 LUXURY SHOPPING

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36 THIS SEASON

A selection of exhibitions and performances

44 ADDRESSES

Museums, Sightseeing & Theatres

54 FOOD DRINKS & NIGHTLIFE Michelin star restaurants & live music

63 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Essential Information and useful tips

64 MAP OF AMSTERDAM

Find your way in Amsterdam and Facts & Figures

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250 years of magic

ladies and gentlemen, children of all ages,

WELCOME TO THE GREATEST SPECTACLE ON THE PLANET!

The Worldchristmascircus or ‘Wereldkerstcircus’ in Dutch has brought happiness to literally millions of people from all around the world in its 34 year history. The history of their winter venue, the Royal Theatre Carré here in Amsterdam, is equally impressive: over 130 years this has been the ultimate circus venue in Europe. The Worldchristmascircus is world-renowned for its elaborate costumes, the incredible historical setting and the extremely high quality of the acts. Only the winners of the most prestigious prizes in the performance world are welcome in the arena. This year however, they are going even more overboard for the ultimate circus celebration: 250 years of circus!.

In 1768 the English major Philip Astley gave the very first circus performance with his military horses. Little did he know that this would pave the way for an artform that is now cherished all around this planet. The Worldchristmascircus will bring an ode to this visionary major this year with the death-defying Hungarian Post.

A dangerous, spectacular and rarely performed act that was known in Astley’s day by the name ‘The Courier from St. Petersburg’. The performance will be led by the highly regarded Freddy Knie, two-time Golden Clown winner in Monte Carlo and owner of the Swiss Circus Knie.

Other crown jewels of this years line-up include the Nomuna acrobatic group from Mongolia who will present the tallest diving board stunts ever performed, Mooky from Canada who is the first female clown to grace the arena of Carré, Li Wei from China who will dance on a slack wire, Maycol Erani with his breathtaking Dutch

Friesian horses and the most admired female Cossack in the entire world: Violeta Aleksandrova-Serzh from Russia! She is the most talented family member from one of the oldest circus dynasties in the world. For over 200 years her family has been performing around the globe.

Now for the first time ever she will perform, as a tribute to Philip Astley, a completely new acrobatics routine ON HORSEBACK! However, this is only a small portion of this years Christmas program. Over 100 artists and crewmembers make this year’s line-up truly unforgettable. They will not only amaze every visitor but all acts will also leave a deep emotional impression on all spectators. So ladies and gentlemen: Clear the arena, let the orchestra play and let the show begin!

Book tickets via www.carre.nl or call 0900/25 25 255 (€0.45 P.M.)

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Memorable Moments at

PALAZZO

A night out at PALAZZO Amsterdam will take you onto a totally unexpected 3,5-hour journey with dinner + show, where you just sit, enjoy and wonder. PALAZZO is finally back in Amsterdam.

Until the 3rd of March you can visit the show in the famous Spiegeltent opposite the Johan Cruijff ArenA and spoil your senses.

Text: Connie Fluhme

As a guest of PALAZZO you will witness a world premiere: Haute Cuisine goes together with Haute Couture, Haute Acrobatics and Haute Comedy, or, as the show is called: ‘Haut Chaos’. An extraordinary performance, full of contrasts and extravagant, pleasantly disturbed characters. And while you are enjoying the show, your senses will be stimulated by the delicious 4-course menu composed by the up-and-coming star chef Joris Bijdendijk. That’s what makes an evening in PALAZZO so special: you see and feel the theatre and you experience the food.

Your host is the eccentric, noisy, weird and incredibly humorous Reuben Kaye. The energetic Australian takes the Palazzo audience in an intelligent, funny and obnoxious, but also intimate way through the chaos of the evening. From London to Sydney the press is full of praise for Kaye.

“A new comeby star has been born with the grand Reuben Kaye” (The Times UK) But Reuben didn’t come alone - he came with an entourage of amazing artists: The Canadian Marjorie Nantel is an artistic multi-talent that conquers everyone’s heart. She is trained as an acrobat, dancer and clown and performs as an aerial acrobat and contortionist.

An artist who always presents at the highest level.

Nonchalant, skilled and with a wink, the duo Flip’n Fly knows how to make the PALAZZO audience’s hearts beat faster. They perform on the teeterboard, show acrobatic figures and breath-taking tricks without a safety net.

Sociologist Peter Shub is an award-winning clown, comedian, author and director. From funny pantomime acts to black humour, slapstick and crazy interpretations of poems or songs, this American really can make people laugh!

Suzanne and Peter of ‘Up and Over it’ both started their career at Riverdance and present a unique comic percussion act in which they dissect the folk and re-shape it in a surprising way.

Sarah Tessier and Guilheme Cauchois became known when touring with Cirque du Soleil’s show ‘Totem’.

Their fascinating, passionate trapeze act tells the story of the bittersweet farewell between two lovers. For many, the absolute highlight of the evening.

The Russian Nata Galkina poetically shows her ‘feet’ skills by cleverly balancing the rings and hoops during her poetic foot-juggling act. And all of that is supported with live music by the PALAZZO band.

“For many the highlight of the winter” - Het Parool

Photography: Patrick van Emst

In the evening, when it darkens, and hundreds of candles light up inside the tent, the PALAZZO Spiegeltent unfolds a very special, intimate charm. Equipped with noble materials such as brocade and silk, the imposing art nouveau interior of the tent makes the visitor enter a world long past, but at the highest contemporary standards. Warm and cosy - a little gem.

Welcome to the world of PALAZZO.

So, what are you waiting for?

Book your memorable night at PALAZZO now! www.palazzo.org/amsterdam ticket-hotline: 0900-1353 (0,60cpm)

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Where to begin?

That’s a good question! Amsterdam has so much to offer that it is impossible to see everything in a week, let alone in a weekend. To make things a little easier for you we have divided the city into nine easy-reference areas for you. In the one area you will mainly find the authentic Amsterdam with its real brown pubs (the Jordaan), in the next area you will find the most important art collections of the Netherlands Museum Quarter, large shops or on the contrary unusual specialist shops Centre, Nine Streets or nature combined with history (the Plantage). For those who want to go out, Amsterdam (Rembrandtplein, Leidseplein) is the place to be. Also modern architecture buffs can indulge themselves here (Eastern Docklands) and those who also want to see Amsterdam’s world-famous and typical side, now’s your chance (Red light district). See map on page 64-65.

By: Dorien ter Veld

CITY OF AMSTERDAM

OLD TOWN Anyone who has been in Amsterdam, will get inevitable questions about the Red Light district. In the Netherlands prostitution is legal. A tour through the Red Light district will certainly be an interesting experience. It can be combined well with a visit to and a good meal in adjacent ‘China Town’.

CITY CENTRE A five-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station, you will get to Dam Square. Here you will find the Palace and the National Monument. The large dove population and street artists also attract the attention.

From Dam Square you walk straight into the Walhalla for shopping fanatics. The major store chains are all represented here.

You could easily spend a day in each area, but luckily combining the areas is also easy. The areas link up well, public transport will take you everywhere. Should you be at a loss: Amsterdammers are helpful and practically everyone speaks English. Welkom en veel plezier! (Welcome and enjoy!)

REMBRANDTPLEIN Eating, drinking and dancing you do around Rembrandtplein.

All year around this is the place to be for dazzling nightlife and in summer the outdoor cafés are crowded. There’s also enough to see and do in the area for people who enjoy the good life.

JORDAAN Enjoying authentic Amsterdam in a relaxed way that is what you do in the Jordaan. Inthe past labourers and craftsmen used to live in the crisscross of little streets. Now you get pleasantly lost among the local shops, antiquarian bookshops, galleries and (brown) pubs. This charming working class area is hot!

THE PLANTAGE You don’t feel a lot of enthusiasm for the still life works in the Museum Quarter and you don’t feel like shopping or sightseeing? With its 19th century architecture the Plantage is a greenand quiet part of Amsterdam where there is plenty to do.

9 STRAATJES Not far behind Dam Square, between the well-known ring of canals, you will find nine small streets full of small specialist shops, bou­ tiques and galleries. The three times three streets are situated neatly side to side and together they are a kilometre long, but make no mistake!

You can easily lose yourself here for a day.

FASHION & MUSEUM DISTRICT There are a number of things you cannot get round in Amsterdam. Culture enthusiasts cannot go home before they have admired a number of masterpieces in Holland’s most important museums with their own eyes.

LEIDSEPLEIN Amsterdam’s most famous, largest and most touristic entertainment area. There are countless restaurants with affordable day specials and outdoor cafés that even have heating when the weather is somewhat cold. Leidseplein is also the epicentre of all kinds of well-known theatres and concert podiums.

THE DOCKLANDS In the past fifty years Amsterdam’s harbour activities have moved to the west of the city. As a result space to live opened up along the IJ lake. The architecture is striking and interesting, it is the architecture of Amsterdam in the future. ■

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Overwhelming response on fashion designer Maghsoudi’s presentation TOXIC during Masters of LXRY in Amsterdam.

The Dutch fashion designer of Persian origin – Sepehr Maghsoudi – presents his 19th century collection. Not in Paris this time, but during the Masters of LXRY in Amsterdam.

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Dutch Design

CREATED ON DUTCH SOIL In the twentieth century, Dutch design has evolved. Besides, for instance, architecture and modern dance, design has become another area where the Netherlands excels internationally. As a result, current Dutch graphic design, fashion design, product design, interior design and furniture design are in the spotlight. From the lingerie of Marlies Dekkers, to the costumes of the Harry Potter movies and the interior pieces of Marcel Wanders; they have all been created on Dutch soil.

TYPICAL DUTCH DESIGN Dutch design is characterised by simplicity and clarity. It is often described using terms such as down-to-earthness, sense of humour and perspective and surprising, smart design. These characteristics are the result of creativity in an open, tolerant society. Functionalism has long been the leading ideology behind Dutch design and worked well with the Calvinist attitude of the Dutch. At the start of the twentieth century, the Netherlands became famous by the works of the members of ‘De Stijl’ artistic movement, with artists such as Mondrian and Rietveld. In the nineties, a new artistic trend developed. Functionality of the product no longer came first; the concept behind the design took centre stage. Design became less of an artisanal and more of an artistic discipline. As part of this international trend, the emphasis shifted more towards artistic aspects such as concept and originality and away from production and user requirements. In the process, designers such as Tord Boontje and Viktor & Rolf shift with ease between commercial and artistic considerations. In this sense, Dutch design is at the forefront.

AMSTERDAM From designer shopping to a glamorous fashion week, Amsterdam has a fashionable centre just waiting to be discovered. Amsterdam is a source of inspiration for stylish individuals. Even if your budget prevents you from shopping for exclusive high-end designs, there are plenty of more affordable ways to soak up Amsterdam’s fashionable vibe.

A lot of the Dutch Designers have choosen Amsterdam, in the Fashion & Museum district you will find the Dutch Designers: Fred de la Bretonière, Pauw and The People of the Labyrinths. When you are interested in Haute Couture visit the designers Mart Visser en Frans Molenaar.

You will find other Dutch Designers throughout of Amsterdam like the international well known Designers Viktor & Rolf , Mart Visser, Jan Jansen Shoes, Tony Cohen, Monique Collignon and Marlies Dekkers, young talented designers such as Edwin Oudshoorn, Dennis Diem and Dorhout Mees are also Amsterdam-based fashion houses. Dutch brands: G-Star RAW, Claudia Strater, Gaastra, Gsus Industries, Scotch & Soda. ■ CINQ - 13

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LaDress

LADRESS.COM LaDress is a Dutch fashion brand with one thing in mind - helping you discover the perfect dress for every occasion. A dress that can be worn day and night. A dress that creates the ultimate look for just about any occasion: in the office, dancing the night away or when enjoying the weekend. In recent times three new lines were added to the collection: LaDress Couture, LaDress Balance and LaDress Girls. The collection is being sold exclusively via www.ladress.com, the Brand Boutiques and travelling pop up concept LaDress Boutique.After obtaining a law degree she was a corporate executive for several years. Simone spent years looking for that one dress that would fit all her different roles in life.

It was this search that in 2006 led her to design her own dream dress: LaDress.

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COUTURE COLLECTION MARLIES DEKKERS marlies|dekkers store Berenstraat 18 The designs of Marlies Dekkers, a famous Dutch lingerie designer, are seen nationally and internationally as trendsetting, innovative and pioneering. As the pioneer of the trend ‘innerwear becomes outerwear’ she has proven her versatility without a doubt. In the marlies|dekkers store in the 9 streets you will find all our lingerie designs.

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FOR THOSE WITH AN EXCLUSIVE TASTE

The city has an wide selection of luxury shops, ranging from designer fashion houses to uniquboutiques and custom-made items you won’t find anywhere else. Part of the charm of the exclusive shopping experience in Amsterdam is the lovely neighbourhoods you’ll discover along the way. Amsterdam has two gorgeous department stores with a variety of luxurious goods under one roof. Magna Plaza behind the Royal palace and an the edge of Dam Square, de Bijenkorf will keep you entertained for hours.

The selection extends from fashion, handbags and shoes to housewares, luggage and electronics. On the ground floor, there are a number of luxury ‘shop-in-shops’ like Louis Vuitton, Hermes and Gucci.

MUSEUM DISTRICT Most people visiting Amsterdam come to this area on the south side of the city centre for one thing only: the three biggest museums of the city that gave the neighbourhood its name. True, the Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk Museum and Van Gogh Museum are definitely worth visiting for lovers of the great arts. However, apart from these three fabulous museums, this area has much more to offer. This is the place for the high end, most luxurious shopping streets of the country.

How to get to the Museum District By tram: Tram lines 2, 3, 5, 12, 16 and 24 will get you to the Fashion & Museum District.

By water: The Canal Bus, a hop-on/hop-off canal boat line, stops on the Singelgracht, just across the Stadhouderskade from the northern entrance to the Vondelpark.■ P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT Named for the 17th-century poet and playwright Pieter Cornelisz Hooft, the P.C. Hooftstraat has been an exclusive shopping destination since the 1970s. Located at the Fashion&Museum district, this street is your first stop for big-name designers like Flippa K, Chanel, Hugo Boss, D&G, MaxMara, Ralph Lauren, Hermes, Gucci and more.

VAN BAERLESTRAAT When you’ve had your fill of the P.C. Hooftstraat, wander over to the Van Baerlestraat.

Here you’ll a number of renowned Dutch fashion designers like Pauw, The People of the Labyrinths and Fred de la Bretonière which is known for its functional yet ele-

gant boots and handbags. If you’re looking for a bit of extra pampering, schedule an appointment at the Soap Treatment Store for a facial , manicure or massage.

WILLEMSPARKWEG From the Van Baerlestraat, head deeper into Amsterdam Zuid down the lovely Willemsparkweg. Visit Oog in Oog for designer (sun)glasses, get a suit made to measure at Suitsupply or try on an elegant dress at Thalian. Lovers of distinctive furniture and lighting head to Edha Interieur, while the best dressed dogs get their fashion fix at Vovnjau. The Willemsparkweg also has a variety of tempting cafés and restaurants.

CORNELIS SCHUYTSTRAAT Halfway down the Willemsparkweg you’ll cross the Cornelis Schuytstraat – the perfect place to put together a complete new outfit. Step inside French Connection for the best in British design. Admire the designer shoes at Shoebaloo or Manwood, and then find the perfect earrings or watch at one of the many jewellers on the street.

BEETHOVENSTRAAT A few blocks from the Cornelis Schuytstraat, the Beethovenstraat hides a number of treasures in this fairly compact shopping street. Here you’ll find popular Dutch designers like Pauw or Claudia Sträter, as well as a number of jewellers and specialty shops. Sterre & Tijl has gorgeous furniture, toys and clothes for babies and infants, while The CINQ - 17

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English Hatter offers a selection of hats for the distinguished gentleman. If your taste in luxury extends to food, stop by Huize van Wely for amazing chocolate bonbons or sample the delectable cheeses at Tromp.

UTRECHTSESTRAAT In the heart of the city centre, the Utrechtsestraat starts at the Rembrandtplein and crosses Amsterdam’s most famous canals.

The street has a mix of shops, but gets more luxurious with each passing year. First Marc by Marc Jacobs is at Utrechtsestraat 120.

You’ll find designer fashion at Centre Neuf and Angel Basics, while Zwartjes van 1883 sells well-made leather shoes that will last a lifetime. For contemporary interior design, visit Mobilia.

9 STRAATJES Not far behind Dam Square, between the well-known ring of canals, you will find nine small streets full of small specialist shops, boutiques and galleries. The three times three streets are situated neatly side to side and together they are a kilometre long, but make no mistake!

You can easily lose yourself here for a day.

EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING CENTERS Shoppingcenter Kalvertoren is situated in the centre of historic Amsterdam, in the triangle of the Kalverstraat, the most famous shopping Street of the Netherlands famous Muntplein. The shopping centre that spreads over three levels has three entrances all leading to the impressive atrium of the to wer. It is the spectacular modern architecture combined with

historic elements that makes a visit worthwhile even if you do not intend to shop. There are numerous attractive places for drinks, coffee, snacks or have a complete lunch. One of those places, Blue food, in the top of the tower, offers drinks and a spectacular and amazing 360 degrees view over Amsterdam.

Magna Plaza is an indoor shopping centre located in a historical building behind the Royal Palace. Built at the end of the 19th century, this former post office is now an exclusive shopping destination with more than 20 stores plus a new exhibition space spread over four floors.

From clothes and shoes to jewellery and hair salons, Magna Plaza has an excellent variety of shops. Just a few of the brands you’ll find here include Mango, Swarovski, gsus and Lacoste. When it’s time for a break, you can stop at Grand Café Ovidius for a sandwich or cup of coffee. Magna Plaza is worth a visit just for the neo-Gothic architecture and impressive interior – combining classical grandeur with a modern shopping experience.

DIAMONDS ARE A GIRLS BEST FRIEND… As one of Europe’s diamond capitals, Amsterdam is the ideal place to shop for jewellery. It’s true that you can buy loose diamonds here, but you might prefer jewels you can wear out of the store! For the inside scoop on the diamond industry plus an opportunity to shop, pay a visit to Gassan or Coster Diamonds.

You’ll find a number of small specialty jewellers on the shopping streets listed above, but for big names like Bvlgari, Cartier or Tiffany & Co, head straight to the P.C. Hooftstraat. ■

Major Brands IN AMSTERDAM

There are numerous international flagship stores of major brands in Amsterdam, we will list some of them for you. Lose yourself for more than one day ANNE FONTAINE P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 92 AGENT PROVOCATEUR P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 98 AMERICAN VINTAGE VAN BAERLESTRAAT 18 AZZURRO P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 122, 127 & 142A BALLY P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 64 BLUE BLOOD P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 142 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 99 BURBERRY P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 48 & 50 BVLGARI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 73 CALVIN KLEIN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 105 CANALI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 60 CARTIER P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 132 - 134 CAROLINE BISS P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 113 CHANEL P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 66 - 68 CHOPARD P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 53 CHRISTIAAN VD KLAAUW REESTRAAT 3 & ROKIN 1-5 CHUCH’S P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 112 CLAUDIA STRATER P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 130 COSMIC COWBOYS P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 47 CORNELIANI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 70 DIESEL P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 119 DIOR P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 100 DOLCE & GABBANA P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 106 & 124 ESCADA P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 43 EMPORIO ARMANI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 39 - 41 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 76 FILIPPA K P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 129, LEIDSESTRAAT 53 & WOLVENSTRAAT 6 FLORIS V BOMMEL STORE SINGEL 439 - 441 FOREVER FLAWLESS P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 116

FRED DE LA BRETONIERE VAN BAERLESTRAAT 34 & UTRECHTSESTRAAT 77 G-STAR P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 24 -28 GUCCI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 56 - 58 HACKETT LONDON P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 117 HERMES P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 97 HUGO BOSS P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 118, 120 & 140 ICEBERG P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 126 IKKS WOMEN AND MEN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 37 & 54 IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 49 - 51 JAEGER-LECOULTRE P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 102 JIMMY CHOO P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 62 KAREN MILLEN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 71 LA PERLA P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 55 LAUREL P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 113 LACOSTE P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 42 LIO JU P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 95 LONGCHAMP P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 69 LOUIS VUITTON P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 65 - 67 MASSIMO DUTTI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 131 - 133 MARCCAIN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 126 MARCIANO GUESS P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 82 MARINA RINALDI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 115 MARLIES DEKKERS BERENSTRAAT 18 & CORELLISTRAAT 27 MAXMARA P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 110 MCGREGOR P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 114 MICHAEL KORS P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 111 MONTBLANC P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 57 MONCLER P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 90 MULBERRY P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 46

NATAN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 23 NESPRESSO P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 128 NIKKIE BRAND STORE P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 34 & WILLEMSPARKWEG 175 OGER P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 75 - 81 PAUL SMITH P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 136 PHILIPP PLEIN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 85 PRADA P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 63 PROFUOMO P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 30 RALPH LAUREN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 89 SALVATORE FERRAGAMO P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 59 SHOEBALOO P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 80 SKINS COSMETICS RUNSTRAAT 11 SKINS COSMETICS VAN BAERLESTRAAT 27 SUPERTRASH P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 31 TASCHEN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 44 TESLA MOTORS P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 29 THE KOOPLES P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 104 THE SOCIETY SHOP VAN BAERLESTRAAT 20 THE STORIES STORE HEILIGEWEG 26-28 TIFFANY & CO. P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 86 - 88 TOD’S P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 74 TOMMY HILFIGER P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 101 + 103 TONY COHEN’S FLAGSHIP STORE HUIDENSTRAAT 28 TOURBILLON P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 72 TRUSSARDI P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 35 U-BOAT - CITY DIAMONDS KALVERSTRAAT 51 VALENTINO P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 121 VIRTU - SCHAAP & CITROEN P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 51 WOLFORD P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 83 ZADIG & VOLTAIRE P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 78

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Fashion & accessories

BY MARINA RINALDI

Marina Rinaldi represents a milestone in fashion history by being the first in the world to propose a collection of clothes and accessories for curvy women. Known for creating garments using refined materials and sartorial details, the collection aims to enhance the beauty of feminine shapes.

MARINA RINALDI AMSTERDAM, P.C. HOOFTSTRAAT 115, +31 20 679 8113 MARINARINALDI.COM CINQ - 19

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MARLIES DEKKERS MARLIESDEKKERS.COM

Marlies Dekkers is a famous Dutch lingerie designer. She has achieved international success with her lingerie designs. As the pioneer of the trend ‘innerwear as outerwear’ Marlies Dekkers has proven her versatility without a doubt. Her designs are seen nationally and internationally as trendsetting, innovative and pioneering. Marlies Dekkers has changed the world of lingerie for good with her inspiring designs and personal philosophy. All her designs are inspired by her own vision on life, and she wants to give women more self confi dence.

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Diamonds & accessories City Diamonds

‘GIRLS BEST FRIENDS

Unique and exclusive handmade jewellery Kalverstraat 51 | +31 20 625 6121 | city-diamonds.nl Located right in the heart of Amsterdam City Center, City Diamonds was founded in 1985. We design, manufacture and sell diamond jewelry and we are representative of various international well-known watch brands. Our family has been cutting and polishing diamonds for generations. Loose diamonds are our specialty. We can offer you various shapes, colors and qualities at best possible prices, always accompanied by international certificates.

Unique, handmade ring of 18krt. white gold set with a natural black diamond of 2.42 crt. and 63 brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.56 crt. of the finest quality.

Sales price €5.280,We are looking forward to welcome you.

Visiting hours: Mon Tue Thu Sat

11:00 – 18:00 10:00 – 18:00 | Wed 10:00 – 18:00 10:00 – 21:00 | Fri 10:00 – 18:00 10:00 – 18:00 | Sun 12:00 – 18:00

The House of Dior P.C. Hooftstraat 100 | + 31 020 470 5218 dior.com Opening hours: Monday 12:00 - 17:30, Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 17:30

Top to bottom: • “Lady Dior” in black • “Lady Dior” iPhone X cover • Mini My “Lady Dior” in black • “My “Lady Dior” in black “Diorquake” belt in black calfskin. © Dior

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Luxury shopping

The House of Dior P.C. Hooftstraat 100 | + 31 020 470 5218 dior.com Opening hours: Monday 12:00 - 17:30, Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 17:30

BEADIES handmade jewellery made for you or by you Huidenstraat 6 | beadies.com (Shopping online is possible!)

LaDress

Handmade pieces that are real eye-catchers. Lots of fashionable, trendy and original jewellery. Beautiful beads, charms and semi-precious stones from all over the world of which you can design your own perfect piece of jewelry, special requests can be made by the employees in the store. Colorfull, St.Tropez style.

Runstraat 33 | +31 20 223 5710 Cornelis Schuytstraat 39 | +31 20 238 2571 ladress.com LaDress is a Dutch fashion brand with one thing in mind - helping you discover the perfect dress for every occasion. A dress that can be worn day and night. A dress that creates the ultimate look for just about any occasion: in the office, dancing the night away or when enjoying the weekend. In recent times new lines were added to the collection: LaDress Couture, LaDress Balance , LaDress Girls and LaDress Curves selected styles up to size XXXL You asked, we listened! After many requests we are proud to present LaDress Curves. The collection is being sold via www.ladress.com, the Brand Boutiques, De Bijenkorf. and travelling pop up concept LaDress Boutique.

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IT FITS US LIKE A GLOVE

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Text by: Sarah Saarberg Photo: Willemijn van der Eijk

city Diamonds Personal service, high quality products, unbeatable prices and extraordinary skills; at City Diamonds, on the Kalverstraat 51, the lover of diamonds, jewels and high quality watches, will find exactly what their heart desires. Amsterdam has a reputation of being a diamond city for over 400 years already. The Amsterdam-based diamond merchant family devoted itself to cutting and later trading diamonds since the 19th century. Current owner Robert Reuter created a breath-taking jewel in downtown Amsterdam, with his City Diamonds.

Whoever is looking for exclusivity, workmanship and quality, has found it right here. Customers from within The Netherlands or from abroad, including celebrities and royalty, find their way to City Diamonds without much effort.

DIAMOND MERCHANT FAMILY

and tasteful, but very much City Diamonds,

abroad. Tourists who purchased something

As the name of the store indicates, diamonds

in that overhead was kept as low as possi-

from City Diamonds, can, if so desired, or-

make up the most important specialist activi-

ble. Besides the family’s personal service,

der a befitting jewel online from their home.

ty of the company. It is in Reuter’s DNA, as he

workmanship comes first, both literally and

Besides that, City Diamonds in many cases

was intrigued by the fascinating, shiny sto-

figuratively. In the middle of the store, on a

will take back jewels, if a customer wants an

nes, sitting on his father’s lap from a young

podium, stands the gold smith’s workbench.

upgrade after a year, for instance.

age. Thanks to his many years of experien-

City Diamonds has beautiful 18 carat gold je-

ce, but also thanks to the good contacts the

wellery, in which the diamonds can be used.

WATCHES

family has maintained over time with sup-

It also often happens, that a customer brings

Apart from diamonds and jewellery with

pliers, City Diamonds has diamonds of extre-

their own design. Many of the jewels origina-

diamonds, City Diamonds offers an exclusi-

mely high quality. “I am still in business with

ting from City Diamonds are one of a kind.

ve range of timepieces. The company is the

great great grandchildren of the business re-

only one in downtown Amsterdam to sell

lations that my ancestors started”, explains

the Dutch brand TW Steel, but also brands

Robert, “there is this age-old trusting bond,

AN IMPRESSIVE RANGE

such as Michael Kors, Armani, Gucci and

that we nurture carefully. Besides that, owing

As one of Amsterdam’s prominent diamond

Seiko, among which the Seiko Astrons. This

to these short purchase chain, we can main-

firms, City Diamonds offers an impressive

model is a favourite among pilots, as these

tain our unbeatable prices.”

range of diamonds to choose from. Besides

watches have GPS Solar and automatically

colourless diamonds you will find black

set themselves to the correct time anywhe-

WORKMANSHIP FIRST

diamonds as well as diamonds in natural

re in the world. U-Boat by Italo Fontana was

The exclusive store with the very beautiful

colours. Here, raw diamonds are cut to the

added to the collection as of 2005. “We are

and accessible interior, was an informed

desired, sparkling brilliants. There is a wide

the only ones in the Benelux area selling

choice of Reuter’s. Situated in the core of

variety of forms, each with their own cha-

this brand”, Reuter says, not without pride.

downtown Amsterdam, in the most varied

racter. Apart from the round brilliant cut

“It also is a family-owned company, in Italy.

shopping street of Amsterdam, the Kalver-

diamond, you will find beautifully cut sha-

In 2006 a grandson lifted U-Boat to a higher

straat, the Diamonds, jewels and wristwat-

pes, such as princess, heart, pear, oval, eme-

level. It has the family touch, is small in sca-

ches on sale at City Diamonds can be viewed

rald, Asscher and square. Robert Reuter is

le, limited and of high quality: the brand fits

very well in the beautiful displays. Both, on

a member of the Amsterdam Diamond Ex-

with us like a glove.”

the outside and inside, everything was con-

change, the oldest diamond exchange in the

sidered in detail. The stone tables – heated in

world. The company also holds many dia-

Winter – were carved from the same block of

mond certificates. City Diamonds has a web-

granite that was used on the outside façade,

site, where jewels can be ordered, generally

picked personally by the family in Italy. Chic

intended as a service for customers from

KALVERSTRAAT 51 +31 20 625 6121 E: INFO@CITY-DIAMONDS.NL I: CITY-DIAMONDS.NL

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DIOR

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Men & luxury goods IN AMSTERDAM “CHRISTIAN DIOR ATELIER” PRINT © DIOR

TERRE D’HERMÈS EAU INTENSE VÉTIVER 100 & 50 ML

ATTACHÉ CASE IN BLACK ALLIGATOR © DIOR MOTION IN BLACK © DIOR

U-BOAT CHIMERA STEEL TUNGSTEN 46 MM. LIMITED EDITION 999 UNITS FLORIS VAN BOMMEL

MONTBLANC MEISTERSTÜCK LE PETIT PRINCE SPECIAL EDITION

hoogstins \

At Hoogstins we offer premium leather goods & bags, rfid wallets, coffee table hooks, luxury pens, presents and more!

Visit our store at the Kinkerstraat near hotspot "De Hallen" or shop tax free at shop.hoogstins.nl Moleskine, Montblanc, Taschen, Secrid, Castelijn & Beerens, Waterman, Mutsaers and more.

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AMSTERDAM: CITY OF CULTURE FINE ART & ANTIQUES Amsterdam offers a diverse array of world-class entertainment, as for centuries has been one of the leading centres of culture in Europe. High-quality culture spread across 65 theatres and concert halls, 42 museums and over 140 galleries. The multitude of theatres, galleries, museums and concert venues put Amsterdam at the very heart of arts and culture in the Netherlands.

EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS (SEE ALSO PAGE 38) Exhibitions and cultural events are being organised in the various towns and villages in the Netherlands, Belgium, France and England that are of importance for the life and work of the artist. For the first time, museums like Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo and institutions that actively contribute to conserving Van Gogh’s heritage are working together on a large scale.

The Kröller-Müller Museum is a second home to Vincent van Gogh. The museum boasts almost 90 paintings and more than 180 drawings, making it the second largest collection of Van Goghs in the world. In addition, the Museum is home to top works by modern masters including Claude Monet, Georges Seurat, Pablo Picasso and Piet Mondriaan.

The principal collection of the world’s beloved painter at the Van Gogh Museum and a rich division of the Russian Hermitage Museum are also not to be missed, even if you are in the Dutch capital for a brief visit.

MUSEUMS Throughout the centuries, the Dutch gave the world most famous painters as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh, who until today provoke our admiration. This tradition continued in the 20th Century with Mondrian and later with the Cobra group abstract artists. Amsterdam art museums have not only unparalleled collection of the most famous, but also many lesser known amazing Dutch masters of all epochs.

ART/ANTIQUES STORES Spiegelkwartier: Nieuwe Spiegelstraat runs between the world-famous Rijksmuseum and Keizersgracht, its history goes back as far as the 17th century. In and around this street with its many characteristic Amsterdam facades more than 70 art and antique dealers have set up business. These specialists offer a wide range of objects, ranging from Egyptian antiquities which are 6,000 years old to seventeenth-century Delft ware, from antique Chinese porcelain to abstract modern art. You name it, it is for sale in the Spiegelkwartier. This makes the Spiegelkwartier a must-see quarter for those with an eye for the unique, rare and beautiful. ›

The State Museum called in Dutch Rijksmuseum, and a wonderful collection of modern art from Europe and America at The City Museum called in Dutch Stedelijk Museum are a must to visit.

ART GALLERIES Even if you’re not planning to expand your personal art collection, a visit to one of Amsterdam’s many art galleries is a great way to spend an afternoon. Discover what’s new in the Dutch and international art scene! At the corner of Weteringschans and Spiegelgracht you will see the well-known Diamond House Lazare Diamonds on the right in the Museum Plaza building; on the lefthand corner there is Reflex Modern Art Gallery which sells contemporary art.

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Antiques & Galleries

AMSTERDAM

Mark Raven Store: Leidsestraat 42 Gallery / Store: Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 174 (next to Magna Plaza Shopping Mall) markraven.nl It is obvious that the artist Mark Raven loves his birthplace by each and every work he has made of Amsterdam. This city never ceases to captivate and inspire him. Mark’s work is modern and wayward, but is unmistakably connected to this versatile and interesting capitol of ours.

Open daily from 10.30 - 18.00 hrs

Keren de Vreede Keren de Vreede Art Gallery Prinsengracht 308a - 1016 HW Amsterdam Office: +31 (0) 207173485 - Mobile: +31 (0) 611119337 info@kerendevreede.com - www.kerendevreede.com Keren de Vreede Art Gallery brings color and joy to the Jordaan area.

With it’s magnificent works of art is definitely worth a visit. Keren de Vreede paints with merely her hands and lives her art. Bright colours, thick paint and bold and daring lines are the characteristics of her paintings.

RAMON BRUIN Ramon Bruin is a Netherlands-based multi talented artist known for his 3d drawings. In 2012 Ramon gained worldwide recognition for his unique 3d drawing style in which the subject appears to leap of the page. Since then his artwork has been shown in over 70 countries.

Besides the 3d drawings Ramon has a variety of unique styles in drawing and painting. Most of his artwork containes an optical twist, bold colors or funny characters. His paintings is about fun, memories, life, inpsiration and deception of the eye.

Ramon Bruin counts himself very lucky having collectors all over the globe.

‘THE TWINS’ A DRAWING WHICH APPEARS TO LEAP OF THE PAGE

Ramon Bruin - Artist The Netherlands www.ramon-bruin.com www.instagram.com/ramon_bruin

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STEP INTO THE DUTCH GOLDEN AGE AT THE NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM FREE VR TOUR

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Militia Company of District II under the Command of Captain Frans Banninck Cocq, Known as the ‘Night Watch’, Rembrandt van Rijn, 1642 Frans Hals, The Smoker, Ca. 1623-25, Oil on wood, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Marquand Collection, Gift of Henry G. Marquand, 1889 (Photo: The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Art Resource/Scala, Florence) Rembrandt, Portrait of an Elderly Man, 1667. Purchased with the support of the Friends of the Mauritshuis Foundation, the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, the Fund for National Cultural Heritage, the Sponsor Lottery, the Fonds 1818, the Rembrandt Association, the Prince Bernhard Culture Fund, ING Group, Prof. Dr Drs. A.C.R. Dreesmann, the Dr Hendrik Muller National Fund and private individuals, 1999Museum Het Rembrandthuis. Voorhuys, Entrance Hall Museum Het Rembrandthuis. Voorhuys, Entrance Hall

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REMBRANDT &

the Dutch Golden Age 2019 Rembrandt van Rijn is one of Hollandís most beloved artists, a prolific and innovative master painter, printmaker and draughtsman. Generally considered as one of the worldís great artists, Rembrandt was working at a time of significant wealth and wisdom in the 17th century, an era known as the Dutch Golden Age. In 2019, it will be 350 years since he died and his life and heritage will be celebrated with exhibitions throughout Holland, from Middelburg to Leeuwarden.

REMBRANDTS MASTERFUL TOUCH IN THE SPOTLIGHT Born in Leiden in 1606, Rembrandt spent his formative years training in the art of painting. In 1624 he set up his own studio before moving to Amsterdam in 1631, a period covered in the ëYoung Rembrandtí exhibition at Leidenís Museum de Lakenhal. What set Rembrandt apart was his wide range of subject matter, including portraits and self-portraits, landscapes, allegorical and historical scenes, biblical and mythological themes, and animal studies. Though influenced by the work of the Italian masters, Rembrandt never left the then Dutch Republic, which at the time was flush with wealth and highly acclaimed for its advances in trade, science, the military and art, particularly painting. Today, visitors from around the world flock to museums in Holland to experience his most famous works in person.

NAVIGATE THE DUTCH GOLDEN AGE AND DISCOVER A SEAFARING NATION Blossoming trade in Europe and afar, scientific developments that shaped the world, a military with might and a string of achievements in the arts, the Dutch Republic was a force to be reckoned with. Its significant maritime and economic power, and contribution to the arts in the period spanning the 17th century is the focus of a yearlong celebration in the major Dutch cities of the Golden Age throughout 2019. So grab this chance to explore the lasting legacy this flourishing period has had on Holland.

After all, it was during this time that the Dutch East India Company formed (the first company to ever list on an official stock exchange), that new genres and subjects in painting evolved, and that major technical advancements were made. It comes as no surprise then that an array of exhibitions will celebrate all the wonder of that golden era.

VISIT EYE-OPENING EXHIBITIONS FROM NORTH TO SOUTH With a special focus on Rembrandt 350 years after his death, exhibitions in Amsterdam, Delft, Dordrecht, Haarlem, Hoorn and Enkhuizen, Leiden, Middelburg and The Hague will present a range of perspectives on this formidable Dutch master, his peers (including Pieter de Hooch

at Museum Prinsenhof in Delft, and Nicolaes Maes at the Mauritshuis), and diverse works from this golden age of wealth and wonder.

The year-long programme provides an extraordinary opportunity to explore Holland too. Think paintings on loan or never shown in the Netherlands, such as items from Jerusalemís Israel Museum at the Jewish Historical Museum in Amsterdam. Or the Frans Hals Museumís significant collection of 17th century paintings in Haarlem, and a water-themed exhibition at the Westfries Museum in Hoorn. These exhibitions provide a fascinating insight into this rich period and into Rembrandt, with some works rarely, if ever, seen traveling from across the globe.

There is no other place in the world that has as many works by Rembrandt as the Rijksmuseum. In 2019, its complete collection of Rembrandts will be on display simultaneously for the first time: 22 paintings, 60 drawings, and 300 engravings. The exhibition represents a perfect opportunity to learn more about his pioneering techniques and innovative ideas. When in Amsterdam, you should also visit the Rembrandthuis. His former residence will organize three exhibitions revolving around the master in the theme year: Rembrandtís Social Network with works never before seen in Holland, Inspired

by Rembrandt, and The Rembrandt Laboratory.

WHERE AND WHEN: ALL THE REMBRANDT & THE GOLDEN AGE EXHIBITIONS AMSTERDAM Rembrandts Social Network, Rembrandthuis, 1 februari - 19 mei 2019 All Rembrandts, Rijksmuseum, 15 februari - 10 juni 2019 HAARLEM Frans Hals and the Moderns - Hals meets Manet, Singer Sargent, Van Gogh Frans Hals Museum, 12 oktober 2018 - 10 februari 2019 DEN HAAG Rembrandt in the Mauritshuis, Mauritshuis 31 januari - 15 september 2019 2019: THE YEAR OF REMBRANDT

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CATS

TICKET PRICES Book now and discover the magic of CATS Tickets from 29.95 (including reservation charges).

Book now via www.catsdemusical.nl www.eventim.nl Or call 0900-1353 (0.45/min.)

Performing for the very first time in Holland

Discover the magic!

The musical classic CATS by Andrew Lloyd Webber is coming to the Netherlands for a limited season of 7 weeks only. The European opening night will be in the RAI Theatre in Amsterdam on the 20th December followed by a 3 week stay until 13th January. There will be extra shows during both days of Christmas.

The story The timeless story of CATS moves both young and old: it takes place on the most special evening of the year when the Jellicle tribe of cats celebrate their big ball. Tonight Old Deuteronomy will chose one of the cats to be reborn into a new cat life. Grizabella, the glamour cat who has travelled the world for several years, has come home this very evening. She would love to get in touch with her family again, but she is disappointed to find out that they are not interested in seeing her. The cats’ party is cruelly interrupted when the evil Macavity kidnaps Old Deuteronomy. The cats join forces to free their leader and the wise old tomcat chooses Grizabella to be reborn.

History CATS premiered in London’s West End in May 1981. It was the start of a huge hit that still hasn’t ended over 35 years later.

More than 81 million people have now seen a production of CATS

in more than 350 cities in 20 countries. After its premiere, CATS ran uninterrupted for 21 years in London with about 9000 performances. For years it was the longest running musical in the West End and the musical with the most performances on Broadway and the longest touring history in the United States. In 1983 the Broadway production won no less than 7 Tony Awards, the US theatre industry’s equivalent to the Oscars, including the award for best musical. The famous hit song ‘Memory’ has now been covered by more than 150 artists, including Céline Dion and Barbra Streisand. A brand new world tour of English performances was launched in February 2016. The tour will visit the Netherlands and it will be the first time CATS is performed in English in Holland.

The performance will have Dutch surtitles to make it easier for local spectators to follow the story.

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Tips

from | THE EDITOR

Restaurant-Café In De Waag Nieuwmarkt 4 • 1012 CR Amsterdam • +31 (0)20-4227772 www.indewaag.nl • info@indewaag.nl Visit the part of Amsterdam that never sleeps. In the middle of the vibrant red light district you will find the Old City gate of Amsterdam in which Restaurant-Café In de Waag is located. Outside you find a lovely sunny terras. Once inside you will feel the warmth of the 300 candles and history of the building. The kitchen offers local specials as the famous Dutch croquettes or it’s renowned eggs benedict for lunch. With dinner Restaurant-Café in de Waag serves a delicious Cote du Boeuf to share. It’s classics like steak tartare and Dutch beef will make everybody happy. The staff has selected great wine or beer combinations that compliments the dishes. It’s the ideal place for a lunch, reception or dinner.

And with its 3 private rooms, an inspirational location for your meeting or private dinner.

Enjoy Amsterdam the best way possible - from the water!

A visit to Amsterdam should always start with a city canal cruise. The luxurious canal boats from Blue Boat Company are ready to guide you through Amsterdam’s many canals. Our canals have been awarded UNESCO’s World Heritage status and taking this 75-minute City Canal Cruise will reveal why. Passing all of the city’s highlights – the famous 17th century canal houses, but also the modern, urban area’s at the IJ. Blue Boat Company offers audio commentary in 21 languages through our Personal Audio System on every daytime departure!

We also offer an audio adventure for our youngest guests. Included in every children’s ticket is a booklet with games that goes with the audio story.

And in the evening when the sun goes down, romantic Amsterdam appears. Listen to the audio story and order a drink with the waiter whilest you admire the views.

This Evening Cruise will also sail through part of the famous red-light district (where the daytime cruise does not go), so when you disembark after 90 minutes, you will have seen a little of everything our wonderful capital has to offer.

Contact us Stadhouderskade 30,1071 ZD Amsterdam +31 (0)20 679 1370 www.blueboat.nl

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What’s the best time to visit Amsterdam and its green backyard De Veluwe? That depends of course on what you’re looking for.

In autumn or winter, as the leaves are blown from the trees, Amsterdam’s beautiful gables reappear in their full glory from behind the foliage. Springtime is bright and colourful in Amsterdam. In summer it buzzes with all sorts of outdoors activities and festivals.

ANDRE DE JONG. REVELATIONS THE MERCHANT HOUSE HERENGRACHT 254 WWW.MERCHANTHOUSE.NL 1 FEB TO 21 APRIL André de Jong returns to The Merchant House with new works placed alongside his performative photography in its first public display. The show is made up of two parts, centered on the series St. Sebastian, 2017, and brings to the forefront the artist’s complex themes and methods of working.

THE BAG AS THEATRE TASSENMUSEUM HENDRIKJE HERENGRACHT 573 TASSENMUSEUM.NL TILL 25 FEB Internationally renowned designer Hester van Eeghen, famous for her iconic designs, celebrates three decades of bag and shoe design with the pop-up book One Thousand and One Handbags and the exhibition The bag as theatre.

Her clients include Dutch royalty and politicians and international celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Cynthia Nixon and Simon Schama. Hester van Eeghen designs bags with a unique signature.

GAUDÍ AND THE AMSTERDAMSE SCHOOL MUSEUM HET SCHIP AMSTERDAM-WEST OOSTZAANSTRAAT 45, 1013 WG AMSTERDAM HETSCHIP.NL TILL 1 APRIL Museum Het Schip in Amsterdam is delighted to present the exhibition Gaudí and the Amsterdam School from 2 October 2018 to 1 April 2019. With beautiful, imaginative objects designed by the Catalan architect and models of his most famous buildings, like Casa Batlló and the Sagrada Família, the exhibition will highlight the many similarities between Gaudí and the Amsterdam School.

CONNECTING TIME MOCO MUSEUM HONTHORSTSTRAAT 20 MOCOMUSEUM.NL FROM 18 JAN Entering the installation spaces of this exhibition, such as Amethyst Ball Cavern and Eroded Wall Paper Room, feels like stepping into an alternate reality.

The artist’s fascination with pop culture objects, sports and the influence of archeology are apparent in these spaces. The show also includes Arsham’s never before presented interactive installation Calcified Room, consisting of a domestic space furnished in mid-century style but created to appear strangely petrified. The calcified room is evocative of a cave interior scaled with minerals, or the city of Pompeii, eternally preserved in ash.

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FEAST FOR THE EYES BOEDDHA

HERMITAGE AMSTERDAM AMSTEL 51 +31 20 530 8755 HERMITAGE.NL TO 13 JAN

FOAM KEIZERSGRACHT 609 FOAM.ORG 21 DEC TO 6 MAR

Hermitage Amsterdam’s new exhibition, Classic Beauties, will be opened at June 16. The show tells how artists and tourists flocked to Italy, and more especially Rome, in the second half of the 18th century. From all over Europe they travelled to the Eternal City in search of inspiration and to see the newly excavated classical Greco-Roman sculptures and buildings. Their experiences prompted a new and austere kind of fashionable architecture and, in the visual arts, an unprecedentedly sensual style that sent shock waves through society: a naked, superhuman beauty more daring than anything attempted by the Greeks and Romans. Neoclassicism was born.

DE NIEUWE KERK AMSTERDAM DE DAM +31 20 626 8168 Feast for the Eyes shows the NIEUWEKERK.NL rich history of food photo- TILL 3 FEB graphy - not only in the visual arts, but also in commercial and scientific photography and photojournalism. From the banality of the diner-breakfast special of Stephen Shore to the allegorical still life of Laura Letinsky, from Roger Fenton’s extensive nineteenth-century displays of food to the cookbooks of the sixties. The extensive exhibition, Feast for the Eyes, explores the most important figures and movements in food photography.

This biographical exhibition presents a wealth of objects thousands of years old alongside a number of contemporary artworks. The ancient works of art recount the life of Siddhartha Gautama, better known as the Buddha. Born a wealthy prince in the fifth century BC, he chose at the age if 29 to renounce his royal lifestyle and devote himself to spiritual development. The various phases in his life - birth, renunciation, enlightenment, discourses and death - are the wellspring of Buddhism and shape the narrative of this exhibition. .

ASTRID VERHOEF. INSCAPES EDUARD PLANTING GALLERY EERST BLOEMDWARSSTRAAT 2 EDUARDPLANTING.COM 12 JAN TO 2 MAR Growing up in the city has led Astrid Verhoef to investigate her connection to nature. In a world where the reliance on social technology is growing, the difference between being connected and feeling connected has become an important distinction.

Is there a growing gap between our digital self-image and analogue identity? This poses an interesting challenge, not only in the depth of connection to other people, but possibly even more in our connection to the natural world and to oneself.

Boeddha Śākyamuni zittend op Mucilinda, Cambodja, Angkor, 12th century, Ger Eenens Collection The Netherlands / Wereldmuseum Rotterdam. Foto: Erik en Petra Hesmerg. Peluqueria, 1979 © Ouka leele André de Jong, Saint Sebastian, 2017, Charcoal, graphite and color pencil on paper (285 g), 96 x 76 cm

CLASSIC BEAUTIES

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CATS AMSTERDAM RAI EUROPAPLEIN 24 RAI.NL 20 DEC TO 13 JAN

ENGLISH STAND-UP COMEDY SHOW

COMEDY CAFE IJDOK 89 +31 20 722 0827 Cats has been seen by people COMEDYCAFE.NL around the world in countless EVERY THURSDAY productions, but it’s the London version that is now coming to Amsterdam. The musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber is based on TS Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, but is now a classic in its own right.

It premiered in London’s West End in May 1981 and became an unmitigated success, running for 21 years and holding the title of longest-running West End show until 2006. It returned to London for a new run in 2014, and is coming to Amsterdam this December, undoubtedly to the delight of musical lovers throughout the land.

Comedy Café presents special English spoken Comedy Shows!

Every Thursday they have an English spoken Stand-up Comedy Show with comedians from all parts of the world. In the past we have welcomed amongst others Ardal O’Hanlon, Stephen K. Amos, Gina Yashere, phill jupitus and many more.

Upcoming performances by: Lynn Ruth Miller, Swedisch Syndrome by Al Pitcher and many more.

SWAN LAKE

DIE TOTE STADT

DANCE FACTORY JOHANNSBURG / DADA MASILO LEIDSEPLEIN 26 ITA.NL 9 FEB

THE DUTCH NATIONAL TOURING OPERA REISOPERA.NL TILL 9 FEB

Dada Masilo, one of the most exciting young choreographers in South Africa, brushes the dust from Swan Lake and adds her own South African roots to it.

The result is a respectful, fresh version that raises questions about gender boundaries and homophobia in an AIDS-affected country.

Masilo’s revision of Swan Lake was very well received at the International Dance Biennale in Lyon and during the performance at the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris. The performance was praised for her successful mix of pointes technique and contemporary dance with powerful African roots.

After the death of his wife Marie, Paul struggles to let her go. His best friend Frank tries to cheer him up, but Paul cannot be turned and flees. In Bruges, he meets Mariëtta, a dancer who looks just like his deceased wife. He takes her home, but when Mariëtta sees a picture of Marie, she understands Paul’s infatuation with her and takes of straight away. Alone, Paul surrenders to a series of visions in which Marie and Mariëtta merge into one, before ultimately strangling Mariëtta. The long dream sequence ends when Mariëtta returns to pick up the umbrella she had forgotten. When she leaves and Frank enters, Paul promises his friend that he will start his life anew.

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LA ESPINA QUE QUISO SER FLOR O LA FLOR QUE SOÑÓ CON SER BAILAORA OLGA PERICET / FLAMENCO BIËNNALE NEDERLAND LEIDSEPLEIN 26 ITA.NL 19 JAN In La Espina que quiso ser flor (The thorn that wanted to be a flower), Pericet, accompanied by a top cast, delves into her flamenco memories and dreams. La Espina ... is a poetic and intimate journey through her own flamenco history.

Cheerful and sometimes painful flamenco outpourings from one of the most important contemporary flamenco dance makers.

COMEDY WALKS SPUI 14 COMEDYWALKS.COM EVERY SATURDAY AFTERNOON Comedy Walks: a stand-up comedy show with the city as a stage. Experience Amsterdam through the eyes of a professional and hilarious stand-up comedian. This 1,5 hours walking tour, will let you discover the city’s hidden beauties while a comedian makes fun of the Dutch, Amsterdam and above all of himself. A unique experience of a one-of-a-kind, top-notch comedy show using the city of Amsterdam as a stage. The most fun and original way to see the city.

ADRIANA LECOUVREUR PATHE TUSCHINSKI REGULIERSBREESTRAAT 26 PATHE.NL 12 JAN 7 P.M.

AMSTERDAM ENGLISH COMEDY NIGHT

BOOM CHICAGO ROZENGRACHT 117 BOOMCHICAGO.NL In this tragicomedy two women 22 JAN - 22 FEB - 22 MAR fight to the death for the love of a man.

Adriana Lecouvreur and the Princess of Bouillon are both in love with the same man, Maurizio, an officer. The rivals fight until finally one of them dies, poisoned by the scent from a bouquet of flowers, a supposed gift from the beloved Maurizio.

Language is Italian.

Join us on for Amsterdam English Comedy Nights at Boom Chicago!

Approximately 7-8 Fridays per year, the internationalcomedians. com comedy tour visits Boom Chicago with two different pro stand-up comedy acts and their club MC for each show, as well as surprise local talents round out the line-ups; 4-5 comics each show!

The shows are entirely in English.

You can also come early to enjoy a drink in the front bar before the show, and you can bring our drinks from the bar into the theater as well.

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AMSTERDAM LIGHT FESTIVAL

JUMPING AMSTERDAM NATIONAL TULIP DAY

CANALS OF AMSTERDAM AMSTERDAMLIGHT FESTIVAL.COM TILL 20 JAN

CARRE AMSTEL 115-125 A classic celebration of spring is CARRE.NL There is more than enough taking place on 19 January 2019: 20 DEC TO 6 JAN

Until January 20, 2019 visitors can admire Amsterdam Light Festival’s artworks in the historical city centre of Amsterdam.

This year the festival presents one exhibition which can be experienced by boat, bike or on foot. Inspiration was drawn from Marshall McLuhan’s famous one-liner: ‘The Medium is the Message’. Guest of honour Jeroen Henneman designed the installation Two Lamps for the exhibition and a smaller version - One Lamp - is available as a limited edition via the festival.

RAI AMSTERDAM EUROPAPLEIN 22 JUMPINGAMSTERDAM.NL 24 TO 27 JAN

DE DAM TULPENTIJD.NL 19 JAN 1 P.M.

cause for celebration in 2019.

In addition to the return of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ presented by RAI Amsterdam, Jumping Amsterdam celebrates her 60th edition: The Diamond Edition!

But not just the programming will change. With the expansion of an additional event hall of 4.000m² full of exhibitors, great food and drinks and entertainment there is more to see and enjoy at the RAI. And by increasing the capacity of the public stand, more visitors are welcomed to the RAI. This will only contribute to the good atmosphere that Jumping is known for. So, The Diamond Edition is one not to be missed!

National Tulip Day. Dutch Tulip growers will be creating a gigantic pick-your-own tulip garden on Dam Square in Amsterdam with some 200,000 tulips in various colours. The theme of National Tulip Day 2019 is Flowerpower.

The theme is reflected in the design of the pick-your-own garden, amongst other things.

The pick-your-own tulip garden will be opened to the public at 1 p.m. The garden is expected to be empty by about 4 p.m.

WERELDKERST CIRCUS

The World Christmas Circus is one of the most acclaimed circus festivals in the world, and features countless top stars of the ring. The event in Royal Theatre Carré has been a festive tradition in Amsterdam for 34 years, seeing this beautiful royal theatre once again transformed into a circus theatre – as it was originally designed to be.

This year, Carré will present more gold-crowned world acts than ever, including a special tribute to Astley with the most spectacular Cossack song in the world with dazzling leaps and flips on horseback.

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CHINESE NEW YEAR

ICE*AMSTERDAM

WHISKEY FESTIVAL

ICE SKATING

DE DAM 5 FEB

MUSEUMPLEIN ICEAMSTERDAM.NL TILL 3 FEB

THE SPIRIT OF AMSTERDAM ZUIDERKERK THESPIRITOFAMSTERDAM. COM 16 MAR

OLYMPISCH STADIUM AMSTERDAM TILL 10 MAR

If you’re looking for something more intimate, retreat to the Fo Guang Shan He Hua, a real Buddhist temple which usually has a special programme.

Alternatively, grab yourself a meal at the Sea Palace (Europe’s first floating Chinese restaurant) or at one of the many Chinese restaurants along the Stormsteeg and Geldersekade.

Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, is the most important event in the Chinese calendar. It’s a special occasion whichever part of the world you’re in, and nearly always marked by family gatherings, food rituals, offerings at temples and the colour red.

Frosty winter or not, the Museumplein in Amsterdam will be transformed into a winter experience this year.

Ice*Amsterdam returns as the capital’s cosiest ice rink at the familiar Museumplein location.

Young and old will slide, slip and stumble around from November 17th 2018 till February 3rd 2019.

Ice*Amsterdam is the place to enjoy a hot chocolate milk, take the most beautiful winter pictures with the Rijksmuseum in the background and skate under the replica of the ‘Magere Brug’ with friends and family.

Both, young and old, will experience a warm atmosphere where they can enjoy their time with each other surrounded by the breathtaking view of the Museumplein location.

The international whisky and spirits festival The Spirit of Amsterdam is held in March 2019 for the sixth time in the center of the beautiful city of Amsterdam.

You have the choice of more than 600 (malt) whisky’s and special rum and gin brands and other matured spirits to taste.

You can enjoy stories about whisky and other spirits, music, food and lifestyle. In short, the “whisky way of living!”.

For almost three months in 2019, the Olympic Stadium will grant the general public access to its 400-metre ice skating rink that offers endless possibilities such as recreational skating, skating and curling clinics, pro sport and on-ice entertainment.

In a country where ice skating is considered the national sport, it’s important to have a high-standard place for individuals, families, school groups and competitive athletes to come and make the most of an Olympic-sized rink. This brings a top-notch ice-skating experience to the masses.

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FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERT

BIMHUIS WORKSHOP OLD ROOTS NEW & SESSION ROUTES 2019

HET CONCERTGEBOUW CONCERTGEBOUWPLEIN 10 +31 (0)900 13 53 CONCERTGEBOUW.NL EVERY WEDNESDAY

BIMHUIS PIET HEINKADE 3 +31 (0)20 788 2150 BIMHUIS.NL EVERY TUESDAY AT 10 PM

DUTCH DELTA SOUNDS AMSTELKERK EN DE DUIF DUTCHDELTASOUNDS.NL 5 JAN TO 24 MAY

Lunchtime Concerts For many years now, free Lunchtime Concerts have been held in the Main Hall and the Recital Hall. Usually, these Lunchtime Concerts take place on Wednesdays, but please check the concert schedule as this occasionally changes. The concerts range from public rehearsals by the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, to chamber music performances by young up-and-coming artists.

The Bimhuis workshop is freely accessible to both musicians and audience. All instruments, including vocals, are welcome.

Advanced registration is not necessary. Musicians who’d like to follow the workshop are required to be present and ready to play at 8PM. It’s possible to come and listen first without taking part.

The subject is improvisation, or what happens when you perform without deciding beforehand what to play. About the level: participants will have to realize that this workshop takes place at an international venue, in the presence of an audience.

the second edition of the concert series Old Roots New Routes in the spring of 2019. This time with seven concerts of remarkable semiacoustic music ensembles hailing from Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, the Middle and Far East, and South America. Together they offer an amalgam of the hybrid music styles that have taken root in the clay soil of the Netherlands.

Old Roots New Routes 2019 displays current developments and streams of music in keeping with the central theme: North-South link: space for the new underground.

CELLO BIENNALE MET KIAN SOLTANI

MUZIEKGEBOUW AAN ‘T IJ PIET HEINKADE 5 +31 (0)20 519 18 08 CELLOBIENNALE.NL Dutch Delta Sounds presents EVERY WEDNESDAY Virtuoso Austrian-Iranian cellist Kian Soltani will join the Residentie Orkest as artist in residence in the 2018-2019 season – which is also Nicholas Collon’s first season as chief conductor. A few highlights of the first month include the concerts A Night at the Opera, Chopin Meets the Blues, Russian Giants (the opening of the Gubaidulina Festival) and Masterclassics with Shostakovich and Beethoven. .

On the 19th, 20th and 21st of October he will perform Elgars Cello Concerto in The Hague and Amsterdam www.kiansoltani.com

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CLUB NIGHT ENCORE LIJNBAANSGRACHT 234A ENCOREAMSTERDAM.NL EVERY SATURDAY ENCORE is ‘THE’ hiphop- and r&b club night. Be prepared to get crazy every Saturday, the best tracks, good vibes, best djs, original entertainment and performances – everything is possible at ENCORE. Are you into old school tracks, or rather a early adopter who likes new tunes? At Encore you can expect the whole spectrum of hiphop- and r&b with all its subgenres. Cool beats, classic hits and new tracks!

UNKNOWN PLEASURES

SHOSTAKOVICH’S SYMPHONY NO. 7

JOY DIVISION UDERCOVER MELKWEG AMSTERDAM MELKWEG.NL 30 MAR

THE NETHERLANDS STUDENT ORCHESTRA CONCERTGEGEBOUWPLEIN 10 CONCERTGEBOUWL.NL In 2019 it was 40 years since 25 FEB the legendary debut album “Unknown Pleasures” appeared of the British band Joy Division. The album is seen as the launch of the New Wave movement in the 80’s and influenced bands like Echo & The Bunyman, The Cure, U2, Bauhaus, The Sound and many other iconic bands of that period.

Joy Division Undercover is seen as the best Joy Division tribute band ever by press and public.

You couldn’t except anything else with guitarist Henk Koorn (Hallo Venray) and singer Erny Green (The Enternal). Erny Green’s voice equals the voice of Ian Curtis in a creepy way.

The Netherlands Student Orchestra will play Shostakovich’s Symphony no. 7, the ‘Leningrad’, perhaps the most important symphony of the 20th century. Violinist Maria Milstein is the soloist in another Russian masterpiece: Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto no. 1.

The Concertgebouw is right at the heart of Dutch music. That is why we love to welcome the best amateur orchestras and choirs of the Netherlands. To an amateur musician a performance at the Concertgebouw is always special, often marking the end of an extensive period of rehearsals.

A DAVID BOWIE CELEBRATION PARADISO WETERINGSCHANS 6-8 PARADISO.NL 28 JAN Join key alumni musicians of David Bowie’s bands from across the decades, anchored by his longest standing member Mike Garson along with other amazing Bowie band alumni including Earl Slick, Gerry Leonard, Carmine Rojas and Mark Plati. We’re gearing up to head back on the road with A BOWIE CELEBRATION: The David Bowie Alumni Tour featuring an unforgettable and critically acclaimed evening of Bowie songs with world-class vocalists and an ever rotating mix of hits and deep cuts.

“It’s not a cover band. It’s the actual band. It’s as close as you’re going to get to Bowie.” - Evan Rachel Wood.

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Amsterdam has so much to offer. There are the canals, full of character in every kind of weather.

You can take a canal cruise boat Anne Frankand view the seventeenth century houses from the water, or just take a walk. Then there are the museums. Amsterdam is the place to be for Rembrandts, Van Goghs and modern art.

Diamond Museum

Het Scheepvaartmuseum – The National Maritime Museum

Anne Frank House

Joods Historisch Museum Photo: Marijke Volkers

NEMO. Photo: Digidaan

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ALLARD PIERSON MUSEUM Archaeological Museum of the University of Amsterdam Oude Turfmarkt 127, +31 20 525 2556, allardpiersonmuseum.nl Open: Tue. - Fri.: 10:00 - 17:00, Sat. - Sun.: 13:00 - 17:00 The collection of the Allard Pierson Museum (named after the first professor Classical Archaeology at the University of Amsterdam) consists of artefacts, antiques, books, from all over the world, the Mediterranean area, Egypt, Iran, The New World, etcetera.

AMSTERDAM MUSEUM The Story of Amsterdam, your entry to the city Kalverstraat 92, +31 20 523 1822, amsterdammuseum.nl Open: daily 10:00 - 17:00, The Amsterdam. Long ago, a small settlement on the river Amstel. Later the centre of 17th-century world trade. Today, a colour­ful international city, with its special appearance and independently minded inhabitants. Paintings, exhibits, photos, film and interactive presentations show how the city has flourished, as well as the poverty, disease and war that Amsterdam has faced over the years. Situated in the inner-city building complex that once housed the civic orphanage, the museum tells the compelling story of the growth and heyday of this unique city.

AMSTERDAM TULIP MUSEUM Prinsengracht 116, +31 20 421 0095, amsterdamtulipmuseum.com Conveniently located in the heart of historic Amsterdam, near many fine shops, galleries and cafes, the museum features exhibits and films devoted to the tulip, the unofficial national flower of the Netherlands.

ANNE FRANK HOUSE Prinsengracht 267, +31 20 556 7100, annefrank.org Open: 1 Apr. - 1 Nov.: daily 09:00 - 22:00 1 Nov. - 1. Apr.: Sun. - Fri.: 09:00 - 19:00, Sat.: 09:00 - 21:00 At the Anne Frank House you can visit the hiding place where Anne Frank wrote her diary during World War Two. Quotations from the diary, historical documents, photographs, film images and original objects that belonged to those in hiding and the helpers illustrate the events that took place at this location. Anne’s original diary and other notebooks are on display in the museum. In addition to the historic rooms, where the history of Anne Frank is central, there are other exhibitions in the museum. To avoid crowds we advice you to visit the museum in the evening and/or buying tickets online.

ARCAM Centre for Architecture Prins Hendrikkade 600, +31 20 620 4878 arcam.nl Open: Tue. - Sun.: 10:00 - 17:00 Amsterdam Centre for Architecture Informes on architecture and urban design in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area and stimulates the discussion on topical subjects.

DIAMOND MUSEUM AMSTERDAM Paulus Potterstraat 8, +31 20 305 5300, diamantmuseumamsterdam.nl Open: daily 09:00 - 17:00 The Diamond Museum Amsterdam gives you an ideal introduction into the world of diamonds by means of photographs, film, diamonds (real and almost real), history and jewellery.

ARTI ET AMICITIAE Rokin 112, +31 20 624 5134, arti.nl Arti et Amicitiae is an art-society, founded in 1839. The society of visual artists and art-loving members is a place where artists and those who are interested can meet each other in an outstanding building on the Rokin, in the centre of Amsterdam. The building contains a private 19th century society, with the interior designed by architect Berlage.

The building also houses monumental exhibition rooms.

DUTCH RESISTANCE MUSEUM Plantage Kerklaan 61, +31 20 620 2535, verzetsmuseum.org Open: Mon. - Fri.: 10:00 - 17:00.

Sat. - Sun.: 11:00 - 17:00 The permanent exhibition: It is the museum’s task to stimulate the visitor’s curiosity to learn about the most momentous period in the Dutch twentieth century history. The form and content of the permanent exhibition is now geared to include visitors who might not have much prior knowledge of the subject (but who are used to collecting information quickly from IT skills). The permanent exhibition takes visitors back to the thirties and forties by using street scenes and house interiors.

MUSEUM OF BAGS AND PURSES Herengracht 573, +31 20 524 6452, tassenmuseum.nl Open: daily 10:00 - 17:00 The Museum of Bags and Purses displays the history of the bag in western culture from the late Middle Ages up to the present.

It is the only bag museum in the world that offers such an extensive and specialized collection. The collection consists of more than 3500 objects, bags and accessories, and highlights the wide-ranging forms and materials used in bag design.

BIBLICAL MUSEUM Where Bible, art and culture meet in a monument full of history Herengracht 366-368, +31 20 624 2436, bijbelsmuseum.nl Open: Tue. - Fri.: 10:00 - 17:00, Sat. - Sun.: 11:00 - 17:00 Make a fascinating journey through the world of one of the oldest and most read books in two historical buildings at the Herengracht. The museum centers around high-quality models of historical and religious scenes. Visitors explore biblical history and geography through a variety of artifacts, images and installations.

COBRA MUSEUM Sandbergplein 1 (Amstelveen), +31 20 547 5050, cobra-museum.nl Open: Tue. - Sun.: 11:00 - 17:00 Presentations of art from the CoBrA movement, varying in composition or theme, are permanently held in the Museum. Not only works from the Museum’s collection, but also works from the other important museums and private collections are shown on a regular bases.

EYE FILM INSTITUTE NETHERLANDS IJpromenade 1, +31 20 589 1400, eyefilm.nl As a national centre for cinematography Eye Film Institute aims to promote a lively Dutch film culture, by the collection, restoration and screening of film treasures. For the play list please see website.

FOAM MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY Keizersgracht 609, +31 20 551 6500, foam.org Open: Sat. - Wed.: 10:00 - 18:00 Thu. - Fri.: 10:00 - 21:00 Foam is a museum for photography that collaborates with other organisations and corporations. It gives photographers, image editors, designers and others in the profession a place to meet and find inspiration.

VAN GOGH MUSEUM Paulus Potterstraat 7, +31 20 570 5200, vangoghmuseum.nl Open: Sun. - Thu.: 09:00 - 19:00 Fri. - Sat.: 09:00 - 21:00 The collection section is organized into three parts, featuring the work of Vincent van Gogh, the work of other (contemporary) artists and the history of the museum collection. Just like in the museum, Van Gogh’s work is organized chronologically into five periods, each representing a different phase of his life and work: The Netherlands, Antwerp, Paris, Arles, Saint-Rémy and Auvers-sur-Oise. Permanent works by

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Van Gogh and other 19th-century artists (Cézanne, Gauguin, Manet, Monet, Redon, Vuillard, Alma-Tadema, Puvis de Chavannes, Rodin, Picasso, de Toulouse-Lautrec, Pissarro and others).

HERMITAGE AMSTERDAM Amstel 51, +31 20 530 8751, hermitage.nl Open: daily 10:00 - 17:00 A new museum in Amst based on the St. Petersburg collections opened its doors in 2004. Many highly successful exhibitions have been organized already. Extended to 15 June.: Rubens, Van Dijck & Jordaens; Flemish Painters from the Hermitage JEWISH HISTORICAL MUSEUM Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1, +31 20 531 0310, jhm.nl Open: daily 11:00 - 17:00 Religion, culture and history of the Jews in the Netherlands dominate the museum’s permanent collection. A museum route is indicated along this display. The route starts in the New Synagogue. Here the five elements that figure in contemporary Jewish identity are adressed: religion, ties with the state of Israel, the experiences of World War II, personal life histories and the impact of Dutch society on Jewish culture.

SCIENCE CENTER NEMO Oosterdok 2, +31 20 531 3233, e-nemo.nl Open: Tue. - Sun.: 10:00 - 17:30 Science Center NEMO, the largest science center in the Netherlands, is for the naturally inquisitive. In interactive exhibitions, everyone – young or old – can experience the fascinating world of science and technology for themselves.

Candy store for curious people Science Center NEMO recently opened Phenomena, its newly fitted-out first floor. This floor shows how science works and is a proverbial candy store for curious people. The Sensational Science exhibition takes centre stage. There are audience favourites like Nikola Tesla’s Lightning Globe, the Chain Reaction demonstration and the Giant Soap Bubbles, plus a range of new exhibits. Make your own whirlpool with the Water Vortex, predict the movement of the Chaotic Pendulum, or make a ring jump.

Science Throughout the Ages The Science Throughout the Ages exhibition reveals the history of science and research methodology. For centuries a pastime of the ruling classes, today science belongs to us all. Learn about the scientific method and experiment with rolling or falling objects. Or become a test subject in an ongoing scientific study.

View of Amsterdam Unwind at NEMO’s top-floor restaurant and enjoy the magnificent view of Amsterdam. You don’t need a NEMO ticket to use the restaurant.

DE NIEUWE KERK (THE NEW CHURCH) Gravenstraat 17 (entrance at Dam Square) +31 20 638 6909, nieuwekerk.nl Open: daily 10:00 - 18:00 The major exhibitions held in De Nieuwe Kerk are devoted to treasures from other countries and cultures. In the last few years, the exhibition policy has been expanded to include a “world religion” theme. Striking exhibitions like Islam, The Black Pharaohs, The Way to Heaven, and Mexico - journey to the land of the gods, were for many a first exciting glimpse into these religions and cultures.

REMBRANDT HOUSE MUSEUM Jodenbreestraat 4, +31 20 520 0400, rembrandthuis.nl Open: daily 10:00 - 18:00 Permanent Rembrandt House Restoration. Museum Het Rembrandthuis consists of two parts: 1. The recently refurbished house of the world famous painter Rembrandt van Rijn, who lived and worked here from 1639 until 1658. 2. The new museum wing, in which you will find

the exhibition rooms for the permanent collection of almost all of Rembrandt’s etchings and for temporary exhibitions.

RIJKSMUSEUM Stadhouderskade 42, +31 20 674 7000, rijksmuseum.nl Open: daily 09:00 - 17:00 Moreover, the Rijksmuseum’s aim is to continue to show the permanent collection to as wide an audience as possible at home and abroad. A major presentation of 17th-century masterpieces from the Rijksmuseum’s collection (including Rembrandt’s Night watch and others) is given in the Philips Wing.

RIJKSMUSEUM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT Holland Boulevard: behind the safety checks, between lounges 2 and 3) +31 20 674 7000, rijksmuseum.nl TEMPORARILY CLOSED because of engineering works at the Holland Boulevard!

The Rijksmuseum is the first museum in the world to have an annexe at an airport. The little Rijksmuseum Schiphol has a permanent display of 10 works by Dutch masters of the seventeenth century. The temporary exhibitions change several times a year.

THE NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM Kattenburgerplein 1, +31 20 523 2222, scheepvaartmuseum.nl Open: daily 09:00 - 17:00 The Netherlands Maritime Museum is housed in the National Naval Depot, a former 300-year old arsenal of the Dutch Navy. The unique and superb collection tells the story of the maritime past of the Netherlands. The jetty outside the Museum provides a permanent berth for a replica of the Dutch East Indiaman Amsterdam. Actors playing the sailors provide a ‘life-like’ impression of life on board the Amsterdam.

STEDELIJK MUSEUM Paulus Potterstraat 13, +31 20 573 2811 stedelijk.nl Open: Sat.- Thu.: 10:00 - 18:00 Fri.: 10:00 - 22:00 The Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam is an international museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art and design.

Its al dynamic museum the closely follows developments in art, particularly those of second half of the 20th century.

The collection of paintings and sculptures, drawings, prints, photography, graphic designs is world renowned. ■

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ARTIS AMSTERDAM ZOO Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, +31 900 278 4796, artis.nl Stroll among the shady trees, admire the diversity of plants and animals, travel to the stars, enjoy our heritage. Visit Artis Amsterdam Royal Zoo and experience nature right in the city centre.

Micropia is the only museum of microbes in the world. Combine your visit to ARTIS with Micropia and save on the admission price. ARTIS is a place that forges connections, where nature is brought closer and where people appreciate, understand and treat nature. Over 1.3 million people visit ARTIS-Park and Micropia every year.

HEINEKEN EXPERIENCE Stadhouderskade 78, +31 20 523 9222, heinekenexperience.com The Heineken Experience is located in Heineken’s first brewery in Amsterdam’s city center. In 1988 the brewery was closed when it became unable to meet the high production demand. Since 1991 it has been welcoming visitors from all over the world, and now offers visitors a self-guided interactive journey through the world of Heineken. During the 90-minute visit, you’ll learn about the history of the Heineken company, the 4 natural ingredients used in making the beer, the brewing process, and the tasting room.

You’ll also hear about the Heineken brand and the partnerships with UEFA Champions League and Rugby World Cup..

HOLLAND INTERNATIONAL CANAL CRUISES AND EXCURSIONS Prins Hendrikkade 33a, +31 20 217 0501, canal.nl A fun activity which must not be missed during a day out in Amsterdam.

Sail through the Amsterdam canals and become acquainted with all the places of interest of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Discover on one of the Canal boat trips why Amsterdam is best seen from the water.

HOLLANDSCHE SCHOUWBURG Plantage Middenlaan 24, +31 20 531 0380, hollandscheschouwburg.nl The Hollandsche Schouwburg was built as a theatre in 1892, but during the Second World War it was a deportation centre for Jews. Today, the building is a monument to the memory of those victims. At that time, the Hollandsche Schouwburg Foundation was established, and since then the mayor of Amsterdam has always served as its chair man. The monument contains a memorial wall, bearing the 6,700 family names of the 104,000 Dutch Jewish victims of the Second World War, and an educational exhibition for young people. In the coming years, the Hollandsche Schouwburg will be thoroughly renovated and expanded.

ROMANTIC HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE Veemarkt 50 +31 20 691 3478, koetstaxi.nl From Dam Square it is possible to take a horse drawn carriage tour of Amsterdam between 11:00 and 18:00. Karos Rondritten is the company that offers these tours. The prices are per ride and for a maximum of 4 people - 20 minutes is 35 Euros, 40 minutes is 60 euros and 1 hour costs 85 euros.

HORTUS BOTANICUS Plantage Middenlaan 2a, +31 20 625 9021, dehortus.nl The Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is one of the oldest botanic gardens in the world. Located in the city centre of the Dutch capital, the garden is a beautiful and intimate place with an unique collection of plants. In the midst of busy city the Hortus offers an oasis of tranquillity, a flowery relief in the urban busyness.

HOUSE OF BOLS, COCKTAIL & GENEVER EXPIERIENCE Paulus Potterstraat 14, +31 20 570 8575, bols.com/experience The House of Bols creates a completely new experience: an homage to the cocktail. The Art of Flavour: bring flavour to life. House of Bols takes visitors on a spectacular journey through the history of the world’s oldest distilled brand Bols, the art of distilling liquors and genever. You can also learn how to create delicious cocktails yourself. Outstanding is the new ‘Art of Flavour’ experience. In three rooms flavours are visualized in a spectacular way. Every visitor will go through a unique flavour experience where you taste, feel, hear and see it come to life!

SCIENCE CENTER NEMO Oosterdok 2, +31 20 531 3233, e-nemo.nl Science is fascinating, fun, useful and relevant to everyone. NEMO has strong links with an extensive international knowledge network that is focused on science and technology. We make knowledge available in many different ways. The central principle is encouraging people to discover things for themselves.

RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! Dam 21 +31 20 369 7120, ripleysamsterdam.com This brings you close to the most unbelievable and amazing ex- hibits around the world. Enjoy a full experience behind the doors of The Ripley’s Amsterdam and see the world through our eyes. Are you ready to discover a world where the unbelievable happens and the amazing comes to life?

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! brings you close to the most unbelievable and amazing exhibits in the world. ■

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Sight seeing OUTSIDE AMSTERDAM

ALIDA HOEVE/DE VRIENDSCHAP, CHEESE AND CLOGS Zeddeweg 1, 11 31 CW Volendam T: +31 (0)299- 365830 The Alida Hoeve cheese farm and de Vriendschap wooden shoe factory are located in Volendam. The Alida Hoeve is a typical North Holland cheese-cover farmhouse. Where once cows grazed, now stands a shop with cheese for sale. Visitors are welcomed by staff wearing traditional Volendam dress and are all provided with an explanation on the preparation of cheese.

The wooden shoe factory “de Vriendschap” is located next to the cheesefarm. Here you will get a free wooden shoe making demonstration and you will be explained about all the facets of the real Dutch wooden shoes.

Following the demonstration, the large selection of wooden shoes can be admired.

Wooden shoes are available in all sizes and with many different decorations. Numerous other souvenirs are also available for sale.

The Alida Hoeve/De Vriendschap are open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m., from March through November and from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., from Dec. through Febr.

DE BAZAAR Montageweg 35, 1948 PH Beverwijk, +31 (0)251 262 626, debazaar.nl De Bazaar in Beverwijk a place of seduction Enjoy the summer and take advantage of the lovely terraces, amazing Boulevard and many bargains you can find at De Bazaar.

Come rain or shine, De Bazaar is a great day out! Avoid the traffic jams to the beach, and the oppressive city air, and enjoy generous terraces, a refreshing ice cream, a cocktail or two and delicious food at De Bazaar.

Pouring it down? Come for a nice refreshing shop in the indoor halls!

The Catharina Hoeve is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., from March through November and from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., from December through February.

For more information check the site www.cheesefarms.com JACOBS HOEVE, CHEESE & COWS Hoogedijk 8, 11 45 PM Katwoude +31 (0)299-658397 The Jacobs Hoeve is surrounded by the Katwoude polder landscape and lies next to the dike in Katwoude, nestled between Monnickendam and Volendam. The farmstead overlooks the beautiful IJsselmeer.

You can visit the newly build stable and learn all about it.

The team at the Jacobs Hoeve, attired daily in the traditional Volendam costume, awaits your visit. Upon your arrival, they treat you to a professional demonstration of the cheese-making process. Utilizing the necessary equipment and providing a clear explanation in multiple languages they help you experience the art of cheese-making from milk to finished product.

In addition to the world-famous Gouda cheese, Henri Willig also makes sheep and goat cheese. The cheeses are plain or flavoured with various herbs and spices such as cumin, pepper, fenugreek or chilli pepper. After the demonstration, guests are welcome to sample the unique flavours of our cheese products and further explore and enjoy the ambiance of our farmstead at their leisure.

The Jacobs Hoeve is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., from March through November and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., from December through February. ■

CATHARINA HOEVE Zeilenmakerspad 5, 1509 BZ Zaandam T: +31 (0)75- 6215820 The Catharina Hoeve is an authentic 17th century cheese farm, situated at Zaanse Schans (Windmill village) in Zaandam. The Zaanse Schans with its historical wooden houses, warehouses and windmills is a must-see attraction when you visit the Netherlands. With over a million national and international visitors each year, the Zaanse Schans is high on the list of top Dutch attractions. In addition to this do not forget to visit the Catharina Hoeve during your visit to sample some delicious Dutch cheese! Your visit will even be better if you take a look in De Haal, previously a haybarn, in which we tell the story of Henri Willig and his passion for animals and quality cheeses. From the self-guided tour in De Haal you’ll enter our shop. Here you can taste our delicious cheeses.

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PROEFZOLDER: CHEESE TASTING BY HENRI WILLIG

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Amsterdams Kaashuis Haringpakkerssteeg 10-18 Kaaskelder Singel 518 Henri Willig Cheese Farm Store & Lunchroom Warmoesstraat Warmoesstraat 56 Henri Willig Cheese Farm Store Singel & Cheese museum Singel 484a Holland Cheese Shop Westermarkt Westermarkt 66 Reguliersbreestraat 24

Would you like to taste our cheese? Experience it at Henri Willig’s Proefzolder.

Our expert staff will explain to you how our cheese is made. After the introduction and a short film about this traditional craft, we offer a selection of our homemade cheeses. According to the Dutch tradition, accompanied by a specially designed mustard or a dip. Try the taste sensations of the various quality cheeses with a glass of wine, beer or a soft drink. Daily tasting at 2.00 pm and at 4.00 pm.

The tasting lasts about 45 minutes, we have room for approximately 30 people per tasting.

The cheese tasting is €14.95 per person.

Make a reservation? You can book online http://www.proefzolder.nl/en/ or visit one of our many cheese shops and book there. Reguliersbreestraat 24, 1017 CN Amsterdam For more information check the site www.cheeseandmore.com or www.cheesefarms.com

WE ARE ON OUR WAY TO ZANDVOORT WIJ GAAN NAAR ZANDVOORT A trip from Amsterdam to Zandvoort Beach from past to present. Hop on the tram in 1904 from Amsterdam to Zandvoort Beach. Experience how culture, fashion, music, architecture and customs changed in the meantime.

Zandvoort, from spa to seaside resort that can be seen in a digitally painted panorama that changes with time. Take the train now from Amsterdam Central Station and enjoy the summer at Zandvoorts Museum.

Zandvoorts Museum Swaluëstraat 1 2042 KA Zandvoort Opening hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:0017:00 hours

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RESTAURANTS | CAFÉS As one might expect from a cosmopolitan city, Amsterdam not only offers the possibility of enjoying classical French cuisine, but since a few decades the city has also abounded in - sometimes surprisingly good - Greek, Italian, Moroccan, Turkish, Chinese, Korean and even Nepalese and Ethiopian restaurants.

This fact has caused the extensive, daily public market in Albert Cuypstraat to adapt its range to the purchasing requirements of these restau­rants. For a quick cheap lunchtime bite try the sandwich shops, the chips stands or herring stalls.

Eating maatjes (‘mates’) herring is quite possibly the only important culinary tradition of our otherwise in this respect poorly endowed country.

Amsterdam is also a city with many bars and cafés, some 1500 in all. Each of the areas mentioned below has something to offer, from friendly and relaxed brown cafés, stylish grand cafés to crowded designer bars. The cafés and bars vary greatly and have their own special attraction: a wide range of beers, jenever (Dutch gin), live music, canal-side terraces, board games, pool tables or just good old fun.

BARS | LIVE MUSIC Amsterdam has some great small bars where you enter for free and or a small fee to listen to live music. Singer-songwriters, jazz, pop, folk or even classical music. You just have to know where to go.

COCKTAILS | DINNER The Venice of the North, Amsterdam’s attractions are considerable. Besides the famed red-light areas where window-shopping takes on a whole new meaning and the coffee bars that are more popular for their other wares, Amsterdam is also home to hundreds of great bars and clubs: style bars, cocktail bars, bistros, restaurants and casinos, and the famous brown cafes where you can linger long over a beer and watch the people of Amsterdam go about their business. Once you’ve visited the museum quarter and taken a tour of the canals, you can hit the town. A night out in the many bars of Leidseplein or Rembrandtplein should see you into the small hours.

JORDAAN The most easy-going area of the city hosts a great number of outstanding restaurants and bars, from classical French cuisine, Thai food to Tapas bars.

Something can be found to everyone’s taste.

REMBRANDTPLEIN Observed by the cast-iron statue of Amsterdam’s most famous painter lies Rembrandtplein.

This place is bustling with places to eat and drink. Some of the most beautiful grand cafés are located here, like Schiller withits marvellous art deco interior.

UTRECHTSESTRAAT AREA This narrow street has a special atmosphere and is known for its gift shops and international restaurants. Before dining, you can unwind with a drink on a terrace on Rembrandtplein.

REGULIERSDWARSSTRAAT As far as gay nightlife is concerned, without a doubt, the Reguliersdwarsstraat is the hippest street in town. However, some of the best restaurants are located here.

LEIDSEPLEIN Leidseplein is Amsterdam’s centre of entertainment, with its many bars, nightclubs, theatres, music halls and hotels. Of course there are many different types of restaurants here.

DINNER | CLUBS Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove. In Amsterdam you can party all night long, nearly every night of the week! Have a look at the listings below - whether you’re into techno, drum & bass, top 40, hip-hop or anything in between, you’ll find a club to match your mood. ■

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At Long Pura, we serve authentic traditional food in a gorgeous, modern interior. Our meals & Rice-tables are prepared according to old family recipes. Our Balinese Chef and his team prepare tastes and fragrances to delight all your senses. We are located in typical monumental building in the city-centre of Amsterdam, near the Western Church in the cosy Jordaan area. Upon entering you will be pleasantly surprised by the contemporary and stylish interior with Balinese elements and a warm candlelight ambiance. Our Indonesian rice tables are famous at home & abroad and are served by our friendly staff in traditional costumes

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Roberto’s Restaurant celebrates 25 years of pure Italian cuisine.

The two Michelin star restaurant is seated on the first floor. Moshik translates his emotions and inspiration, gained at his journeys around the world, into culinary creations. Spectacular in the design is the use of glass: guests have a view over the oldest part of Amsterdam and they can look straight into the kitchen to fully experience Moshik his world.

Ron Blaauw returns to basics here, creating cuisine that is pure and prepared with quality ingredients. This urban gastro-bar combines a hip, lively ambience with top class cuisine without the frills. It also means little formality but original, delicious food and sensational flavours.

Phenomenal value for money, which is also reflected in the wine list.

At &moshik you’ll have a special companion: children in SOS Children’s Villages eat along with the restaurant guests. With our donation approximately 100,000 meals can be handed out to children in SOS Children’s Villages. We call this initiative ‘eat and share’.

It’s all about the experience at this restaurant, delicious food. Main courses start at €15 – not bad for a restaurant that is awarded with a Michelin star.

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The two-starred Michelin restaurant in Amsterdam, Ciel Bleu mixes stunning views with delicious dishes to create one of Amsterdam’s finest eateries.

A light, fresh cuisine with a menu full of sparkling, flavourful sensations, recognizable dishes and unique textures. This is the style of dynamic Executive Chef Bas van Kranen, of Bord’Eau Restaurant Gastronomique the Michelin-starred restaurant of hotel De L’Europe Amsterdam. With stunning views over the bustling city center of Amsterdam, you may enjoy the most high-profile presentations where visuality plays a huge role in the dishes. The intimate setting, the simplicity of the décor and the personalized service enhance the memorable experience that will last forever.

With over 850 wine labels Bord’Eau is honoured

by Wine Spectator 2017 for having one of the most outstanding restaurant wine lists in the world.

Librije’s Zusje Amsterdam is located on the garden level, overlooking this lush and peaceful urban oasis. Sidney Schutte’s signature is clearly prominent across a variety of dishes, taking guests on an extraordinary culinary journey that evokes tantalizing taste sensations.

Guests can indulge in thoughtfully composed menus or choose from an exquisite à-la-carte selection. Alongside with Executive Chef Sidney Schutte works Danny Spoel as Chef de Cuisine of Librije’s Zusje. The restaurant wrote history when it was awarded two Michelin stars in November 2014, only 7 months after its opening. “From zero to two Michelin stars is truly unique; with a new restaurant and a new team; this is extraordinary.”

Roberto’s philosophy is simple: truly Italian in every sense of the word. To start with, it means feeling responsible for preserving the culinary heritage and traditional dishes of the Italian cucina. Under the direction of executive chef Franz Conde all typical classic Italian dishes are prepared with great enthusiasm. Franz’s vision on cooking and passion for pure Italian products give him plenty of inspiration. The philosophy of the general manager and vision of the executive chef were combined in the cookbook ‘Pure Italian Cuisine’.

Located on the 23rd floor of the delightful Hotel Okura, the restaurant offers sumptuous fare among elegant surroundings. Chefs Onno Kokmeijer and Arjan Speelman use fresh, locally produced ingredients to create gastronomic masterpieces. Combined with impeccable service, the food on offer is likely to be one of the highlights of your holiday, but remember to book ahead; the restaurant’s popularity means that reservations need to be made well in advance

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Excl usive RESTAURANTS IN AMSTERDAM

The best gourmet, finedining and Michelinstarred restaurants in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam restaurants tend to be less formal and fussy than in other European capitals, but quality dining options abound regardless. While some of the restaurants below may be casual in style, they all serve exceptional cuisine and, for memorable meals, are among the most reliable addresses in the city.

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DISCOVER AMSTERDAM’S MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANTS! Ciel Bleu FRENCH

The White Room FRENCH

RIJKS FRENCH

Librije’s Zusje FRENCH librijeszusje.nl

&moshik FRENCH moshikrestaurant.com

Aan de Poel FRENCH aandepoel.nl

Bord’eau FRENCH bordeau.nl

Lastage REGIONAL restaurantlastage.nl

The Duchess FRENCH

Le Restaurant FRENCH

RON Gastrobar FRENCH

Bord’Eau FRENCH

Sazanka JAPANESE

Bolenius REGIONAL

Sinne FRENCH

Bridges FRENCH

Vermeer FRENCH

Lastage FRENCH

Vinkeles FRENCH

MOS FRENCH

Yamazato JAPANESE

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restaurantthewhiteroom.com le-restaurant.nl bordeau.nl

bolenius-restaurant.nl bridges-amsterdam.nl restaurantlastage.nl mosamsterdam.nl

rijksrestaurant.nl rongastrobar.nl

okura.nl/Okura/Sazanka restaurantsinne.nl restaurantvermeer.nl vinkeles.nl

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BBQ & GRILL Barraca Radizio (Hoofddorp) barraca.nl Pluimage (Haarlem) pluimage-haarlem.nl Roast Chicken Bar roastchickenbar.com BIOLOGICAL Beulings (French) beulings.nl Bolenius (Dutch) bolenius-restaurant.nl De Kas International restaurantdekas.nl Pianeta Terra (Italian) pianetaterra.nl CHINESE

De Belhamel belhamel.nl

Van Vlaanderen restaurant-vanvlaanderen.nl

Roberto’s robertosrestaurant.nl

Bistrot Neuf bistrotneuf.nl

De Vijfde Smaak (Koog a/d Zaan) devijfdesmaak.nl

Segugio segugio.nl

Blauw aan de Wal blauwaandewal.com

Volt restaurantvolt.nl

Toscanini restauranttoscanini.nl

Bluespoon Restaurant bluespoon-restaurant.nl Bordewijk bordewijk.nl Brasserie Occo occo.nl.

Brasserie Paardenburg (Amstelveen) brasseriepaardenburg.nl Restaurant SenT restaurantsent.nl Breitner ww.restaurant-breitner.nl

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Veri Sapori verisapori.nl

Mayur mayur.nl

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INDONESIAN Blauw restaurantblauw.nl Kantjil & De Tijger kantjil.nl Long Pura restaurant-longpura.com INTERNATIONAL

Chang i chang-i.nl

De Compagnon decompagnon.nl

Amstel Bar & Brasserie, amsterdam. intercontinental.com

Dynasty restaurantdynasty.nl

Daalder daalderamsterdam.nl

ANNA restaurantanna.nl

FuLu Mandarijn fulumandarijn.nl

Elkaar etenbijelkaar.nl

Sichuan Food sichuanfood.nl

l’Entrecôte et les Dames entrecote-et-les-dames.nl

DUTCH Blue boot blueboat.nl Haesje Claes haesjeclaes.nl

Le Garage restaurantlegarage.nl Halvemaan restauranthalvemaan.nl Le Hollandais lehollandais.nl

Hemelse Modder hemelsemodder.nl

Hoofdstad Brasserie hoofdstadbrasserie.nl

De Jonge Dikkert (Amstelveen) jongedikkert.nl

Hotel de Goudfazant hoteldegoudfazant.nl

De Kraai (Zaandam) dekraai.nl

Jaspers restaurantjaspers.nl

Noordwest restaurantnoordwest.nl

Juuls restaurantjuuls.nl

The Pancake Bakery pancake.nl

De Kersentuin derkersentuin.nl

La Rive restaurantlarive.nl De Silveren Spiegel desilverenspiegel.com

Marius restaurantmarius.nl Merkelbach restaurantmerkelbach.nl

Brasserie van Baerle brasserievanbaerle.nl Cassablanca Variete casablanca-amsterdam.nl/ Envy envy.nl Floor 17 floor17.nl Foodcourt Market 33 market33.nl

RED restaurantred.nl

Serre Restaurant okura.nl/nl/culinair/serre

Visaandeschelde visaandeschelde.nl

Le Restaurant le-restaurant.nl

Utrechtsedwarstafel utrechtsedwarstafel.com

Casa Peru casaperu.nl SUSHI A-Fusion a-fusion.nl Zushi zushi.nlAI THAI Take Thai takethai.com VEGETARIAN De Culinaire Werkplaats deculinairewerkplaats.nl. ■

Papa’s Beach House papasbeachhouse.nl

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Jaimie van Heije (Ouderkerk a/d Amstel) jaimievanheije.nl

Riva caferestaurantriva.nl

Rijsel rijsel.com

Teppanyaki Restaurant Sazanka sazanka.nl

Humphrey’s Nieuwezijds Kolk Humphrey’s Spuistraat humphreys.nl

Prego restaurantprego.nl

FRENCH

Tanuki restaurant-tanuki.nl

The Harbour Club Oost/East The Harbour Club Zuid/South theharbourclub.nl

Players playersamsterdam.nl

FISH

Izakaya izakaya-restaurant.com

Gebr. Hartering gebr-hartering.nl

Oud-Zuid restaurantoudzuid.nl

Wilde Zwijnen wildezwijnen.com

Geisha restaurantgeisha.nl

ITALIAN A Tavola atavolarestaurant.nl Incanto restaurant-incanto.nl

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Bars &live music AMSTERDAM

SkyLounge

Amsterdam has some great small bars where you enter for free and or a small fee to listen to live music. Singer-songwriters, jazz, pop, folk or even classical music. You just have to know where to go.

Momo

Supperclub Bimhuis

Suzy Wong

Door74

Photo: Paul vd Linde

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BARS | LIVE MUSIC

BOURBON STREET Leidsekruisstraat 6-8, +31 20 623 3440, bourbonstreet.nl Bourbon Street features live music from local talent and international artists every night of the week. The shows and jam sessions attract a mixed crowd, as well as musicians playing blues, rock, soul and funk.

Open: Sun. - Thu. 22:00 - 04:00, Fri. - Sat. 22:00 - 05:00 BIMHUIS Piet Heinkade 3, +31 20 788 2150, bimhuis.nl The Bimhuis provides a perspective on Dutch and international music in over 300 concerts annually, in which a variety of jazz and improvised music can be enjoyed.

The focus is on new developments, but the Bimhuis also offers aBimhuis significant selection of more mainstream music.

DOOR 74 Reguliersdwarsstraat 74I, +31 6 3404 5122, www.door-74.com “Door 74 hid behind its door over 6 years ago, being the very first speak-easy style bar in the Benelux. In its existence it has been the highest national and international awarded Dutch bar, ever. The team of Door 74 is the most awarded in the country on a personal level, with several world championship winners working behind the bar. Door 74 takes reservations only on the same day via +31 6 3404 5122, and is open seven days a week, every week, from 18:00 to 03:00 at Sun. - Thu. and from 18:00 to 04:00 at Fri. - Sat. The atmosphere is relaxed and we do not serve food. Hope to see you at Door 74.”

PIANOBAR MAXIM Leidsekruisstraat 33, www.pianobarmaxim.com The Maxim Pianobar has the laid-back vibe of a piano bar in a place like New Orleans (or at least that’s how we imagine it to feel). While it’s true there are smarter venues in the city, shinier, chicer places, this one has its own lowley energy, a sense of heart. Inside it’s a deep red boudoir sort of space, draped in velvet. There are thick burgundy curtains and lots of dark wooden furniture and – of course – there’s a piano, where every day of the week live music is played.

Open: Sun. - Thu. 21:00 - 03:00.

Fri. 17:00 - 04:00, Sat. 21:00 - 04:00.

COCKTAILS | DINNER BLUE AMSTERDAM Shopping center Kalverpassage, 3rd floor Singel 457, +31 20 427 3901, blue-amsterdam.nl Restaurant Blue is a wonderful ‘secret’ in the centre of Amsterdam. Situated atop the Kalvertoren shopping centre, many shoppers below often have no idea of the spectacular views and food that awaits.

Housed in a glass building designed by Pi de Bruijn, the restaurant is inside a futuristic glass tower offering stunning 360-degree views of Amsterdam. Naturally, the food and drink is of equal importance, offering tasty dishes made with the finest fresh ingredients.

Open: Mon.: 11:00 - 18:30, Tue., Wed., Fri., Sat.: 10:00 - 18:30, Thu.: 10:00 - 21:00, Sun.: 12:00 - 18:30.

THE HOUSE OF BOLS Paulus Potterstraat 14, +31 20 570 8575, bols.com/experience The acclaimed House of Bols creates a completely new experience: an homage to the cocktail. The Art of Flavour: bring flavour to life. House of Bols takes visitors on a spectacular journey through the history of the world’s oldest distilled brand Bols, the art of distilling liqueurs and genever.

You can also learn how to create delicious cocktails yourself. Outstanding is the new ‘Art of Flavour’ experience. In three rooms flavours are visualized in a spectacular way. Every visitor will go through a unique flavour experience where you taste, feel, hear and see it come to life!

Open: Sun. - Thu.: 13:00 - 18:30 Fri. - Sat.: 13:00 - 21:00 MOMO BAR & LOUNGE Stadhouderskade 25, +31 20 671 1222, momo-amsterdam.com Timeless, Cosmopolitan & Sparkling: MOMO is a culinary hotspot and popular meeting place for an (inter) national audience of visitors to the Fashion & Museum District, business and metropolitan crowd.

Relax and enjoy spectacular food and amazing cocktails in a stylish setting, which is what makes MOMO already unique for six years.

Open: Sun. - Thu.: 10:00 - 01:00 Fri. - Sat.: 10:00 - 02:00

SKYLOUNGE AMSTERDAM Oosterdoksstraat 4 (next to Central Station), +31 20 530 0875, skyloungeamsterdam.com Each metropolis has a unique spot to discover the city from great height. Amsterdam has SkyLounge Amsterdam, an award winning roof-top lounge bar overlooking the capital. This is the place where locals and global travellers meet each other. SkyLounge Amsterdam offers you a panoramic view of Europe’s most energetic city, 365 days a year.

Open: Sun. - Tue.: 11:00 - 01:00 Wed. - Thu.: 11:00 - 02:00 Fri. - Sat.: 11:00 – 03:00.

SUZY WONG Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 45, +31 20 626 6769, suzy-wong.nl Former nightclub IT defined the atmosphere at Rembrandt Square in the early 90’s and 00’s and AIR has adopted this job since its opening. AIR has focused on a number of important values: tolerance, diversity, creativity, quality and freedom. The club is a household name in Amsterdam’s nightlife, but it doesn’t only attract local visitors. Due to our diverse and international program, AIR Amsterdam is also renowned abroad. Year after year we make it to the 100 best clubs in the world according to DJ MAGS prestigious ranking.

DINNER | DANCING SUPPERCLUB singel 460, +31 20 344 6400, www.supperclub.amsterdam Supperclub is more than a restaurant, a gallery, a bar or a club. it is all of the above.

It’s a place where like-minds find each other and go home with a story at the end of the night. Supperclub brings you a night full of spectacle, from exciting food concepts, exhilarating music, provocative performances to artistic visuals. Everyone plays a role, even you, and fills in the white canvas that is the supperclub.

We hope you’re wearing your good socks. Because when you step through the silver door of the old theatre hall and lay on the crisp white beds, you’ll be taking off your shoes. Pay no mind to etiquette and good table manners.

Put aside your existing (culinary) dogma and open your mind. let notorious performances amaze you or discover new talent.

Open: Sun. - Wed.: 19:30 - 02:00 Thu. - Sat.:: 19:30 - 05:00 CLUBS CLUB NL Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 169, +31 20 622 7510, clubnl.nl Club NL is a sexy stylish house club in the centre of Amsterdam. Focusing on a sophisticated and complete nightclub experience.

Great intimate atmosphere, superb national and international dj’s and -of course- great quality music.

Open: Sun., Mon., Wed., Thu.: 23:00 - 03:00 Fri., Sat.: 23:00 - 04:00. ■

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ESSENTIAL INFORMATION AND USEFUL TIPS LANGUAGE

TCA TAXI WELCOMES YOU TO AMSTERDAM!

Just about everyone speaks English in Amsterdam.

Many people speak German and French too but not as well. Dutch is similar to German in the way that French and Italian are.

WEATHER

√ While in Amsterdam use the TCA app to get fixed taxi fare to your destination (no surge) √ Pay however suits best – cash, credit card, debit card or use your PayPal account in the app. √ Did you know that you can use the TCA app in over 100 European cities: www.taxi.eu/en/cities

Pleasantly sunny days of 20 to 30ºC in the summer.

Spring and autumn are pleasant.

TRAINS

Amsterdam time is one hour ahead of GMT; when daylight saving time is in operation the sun is at its highest point at around 1.40pm.

Trains in the Netherlands are fast, frequently going, comfortable and relatively cheap. Many stations have a taxi-sharing scheme called “Treintaxi’s” which only cost about e 4,20. Check ns.nl for more information.

AMSTERDAMMERTJES

THROUGH THE CANALS

An Amsterdammertje is the typical red brown steel bollard that is used to separate the sidewalk from the street in Amsterdam.

Of course the canals are one of the major attractions of the ‘Venice of the North’. By daytime already very charming, by night they become even more enchanting because many of the canal houses and bridges are beautifully illuminated.

You can sample the canal views by taking a canal tour with Blue Boat at the Stadhouderskade. We offer audio commentary in 21 languages. Our boats also give you an unique vantage point for taking the best photographs of the city!

For reservations, see blueboat.nl or call +31 20 679 1370.

TIME

DRIVING A CAR IN AMSTERDAM Amsterdam’s historic centre wasn’t built for the modern means of transportation and as a result it has become quite congested over the years.

Driving in Amsterdam is not recommended.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT Amsterdam can best be travelled by public transport. Parking is not only a problem, but also rather expensive. Public transport is well-organised and you can either take a tram, bus, metro or taxi. For information about travelling in the Netherlands, call +31 900 9292 or check 9292.nl/en.

TAXIS In the Netherlands it is not customary to hail a taxi. To take a taxi you go to a taxi rank, of which there are many. In your hotel, restaurants, shops, etc. you can ask to order you a taxi, or you can call +31 20 777 7777. Taxis are of good quality, but relatively expensive.

ELECTRICITY The voltage in the Netherlands is 230 volts.

CANAL BIKES If you care to venture into the canals on your own or if you’re feeling energetic, you can also try the more adventurous pedal boats. You can set off from one landing stage and leave your Canal Bike at another. Drift through the canals in your own time, you cannot fail to discover the most surprising things. Call +31 20 626 5574 for more information. ■

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