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Hortus Botanicus provides advice for the tropical indoor garden at Hotel Jakarta 26

BY WESTCORD

10th Anniversary of Hotel New York

by WestCord

Interview with Gordon

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We celebrate our anniversary! 10 beautiful prizes 18 Photo William Rutten

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Photo Henk van der Giesen

Lifestyle 10

Interview Gordon

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Follow on Instagram: 10 society people

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Must haves

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Column Maria Tailor

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We celebrate our anniversary! 10 beautiful prizes

WestCord 22

10th anniversary of Hotel New York by WestCord

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Hortus Botanicus provides advice for Hotel Jakarta

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ss Rotterdam Employees

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News: WestCord Times

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Kids & Teens: make every day a party!

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WestCord puzzle & win

Fashion 36

Festive summer fashion for him and her

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Party dresses by Mart Visser

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WestCord Hotels consciously wears TOMS!

Beauty

Travel 52

Pieter van den Hoogenband and Strandhotel Seeduyn

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Fryslâns pride: the Friesian Horse

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Beauty tips for a party-proof look

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Tips for a festive summer

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10 tips by personal trainer Kasia Rain

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Typical Ameland: enjoying the island

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Readers offer ‘Discover Ameland!’

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BMW VISION NEXT 100: the car of the future

WestCord favorites

Body, mind & soul Column Maria Tailor 15

Pieter van den Hoogenband and Strandhotel Seeduyn 52

Food diary ‘baking king’ Menno de Koning 80

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Interview with author Inez van Oord

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Find peace and quiet on Terschelling

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Dance baby!

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Dance gear

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10 anti-hangover tips

Food & beverage 74

SKYY Bar Amsterdam

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Vers Select x WestCord Hotels

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Interview with Henk Bart

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Champagne Barons de Rothschild

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Food diary ‘baking king’ Menno de Koning

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EDITORIAL

THIS YEAR WE ARE GOING TO CELEBRATE! This is the tenth copy of the WestCord Lifestyle Magazine. Reason to celebrate! It has been five years since we launched the first edition. The first one is not that difficult, but how do you keep it interesting?! Well, we seem to have succeeded. We have published nine more editions and we continue to receive positive responses to the magazine.

This festive edition includes the announcement that we are changing the name of the magazine. After all, we have to keep on surprising you. From now on the WestCord Lifestyle Magazine will be called: HARRY! by WestCord. Well, we do not have to explain how we came up with this name. We always say: the name has to cover the content. This is how we always work when we have to come up with names for our hotels, bars and so much more. Over time we have come up with a great many names. So, giving the magazine the name that radiates WestCord, the name of the founder of our wonderful family business, Photo Bastiaan van Musscher

is the obvious thing to do.

We have a lot more to celebrate this year. On April 19, we finally started the construction of Hotel Jakarta on Java Island. After two years of preparation, the first pile has entered the ground. We sailed to the construction site over the IJ river on the ‘Prins van Oranje’. From the water you truly realize the fantastic location Hotel Jakarta will have in Amsterdam.

On April 27, the opening of the totally renewed ‘ZeeVaert Bar & Rotisserie’ took place.

The former ‘bruine café’ (traditional Dutch pub) of Hotel de Wadden on Vlieland has now turned into a cozy bar, where you can also enjoy a casual bite to eat. Hotel New York has also planned for some amazing parties. In June, at the Wilhelminapier, the newest flagship of the Holland America Line will be baptized: the ms Koningsdam. Naturally, Hotel New York, the former head office of HAL, will play an important role in this. In October, something magnificent lies in store for Hotel New York, though we are still keeping that a secret for now...

In this magazine you can enjoy great interviews, interesting reports, and beautiful stories.

The report about the Friesian horse is extraordinary; the Lippizan horse of the low countries! We are particularly proud of the interview with Gordon. He has been in the business for 25 years. Gordon was present at the opening of the Fashion Hotel Amsterdam in 2009, for recordings of ‘Glitter Glamour Gordon’. Well, that certainly did not go unnoticed! We laughed a great deal together and he is really kind. We are also very proud of the interview with Pieter van den Hoogenband. What an incredible sportsman and a really sympathetic guy! He often visits the beautiful island of Vlieland. Our oldest son competed nationally in swimming during his youth, so Pieter is more or less a hero for our family.

We wish you a lot of reading pleasure with our new HARRY! by WestCord.

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GORDON ‘My life is an open book, you know everything about me’

IT HAS ALREADY BEEN TWENTY-FIVE YEARS SINCE WE FIRST MET GORDON (47) AS THE SINGER OF ‘KON IK MAAR EVEN BIJ JE ZIJN’ (‘IF ONLY I COULD SPEND A MOMENT WITH YOU’) – WHICH IS STILL A CLASSIC TODAY. IN ADDITION TO SINGING IN DUTCH, HE ALSO SINGS IN ENGLISH AND THIS SINGER FROM AMSTERDAM IS ALSO SEEN IN COLLABORATIONS WITH THE R&B-GROUP RE-PLAY AND IN PRODUCTIONS SUCH AS ‘DE TOPPERS’ AND LA: THE VOICES. GORDON HAS ALSO BEEN WORKING ON THE RADIO FOR SOME TIME AND IS PRESENTING VARIOUS PROGRAMS ON TV. THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN? THE OPENING OF HIS OWN COFFEE LOUNGES IN BLARICUM AND AMSTERDAM. BLUSHING IS A HEALTHY CONCEPT WITH GOOD COFFEE, ORGANIC JUICES AND SHAKES, AND RESPONSIBLE GOODIES. SO, ENOUGH MATERIAL TO DISCUSS WITH THE STRIKING, MUCH TALKED ABOUT JUBILEE!

YOU ARE ALSO CELEBRATING A JUBILEE, CONGRATULATIONS! WHAT CAN WE EXPECT OF THE GREATEST HITS CONCERTS ON NOVEMBER 28 AND 29?

‘My farewell concerts are going to be very special for me; I can look back at a beautiful career. The

‘I’M MOST PROUD OF THE FACT THAT I HAVE ACHIEVED SO MUCH AS A BOY FROM AMSTERDAMNOORD’

reason I am stopping is the fact that I can no

IS THERE ANYTHING YOU REGRET, CAREER WISE? ‘I do not regret anything – everything had a reason for happening. I can look back on a very beautiful period of my life. It is just a pity that increasingly less attention is given to the national product on national radio.’

longer combine it with my coffee lounges and my NOW, THE FOCUS IS, AMONG OTHER

TV-career. The concert is going to take place in the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam – how great is that,

‘There will be a party afterwards, on the second

THINGS, ON PRESENTING. WHAT DO YOU

in the Concertgebouw?! There will also be several

evening. There are people invited with whom I

LIKE MORE IN THIS PROFESSION THAN

guest artists, who were important to my singing

have worked during the past twenty five years.’

MAKING MUSIC?

career. We will be guided by the best orchestra of WHEN YOU LOOK BACK ON YOUR CA-

really enjoy both singing and presenting, but

REER... WHAT WAS THE BEST MOMENT?

performances are mostly in the weekends and

ARE YOU ALSO GOING TO CELEBRATE

‘I do not have just one specific highlight, thankfully

often coincide with shooting a TV program. In that

YOUR JUBILEE IN ANOTHER WAY?

I have many!’

case the TV program has priority’.

the Netherlands: the Metropole orchestra.’

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‘I have focused on presenting for years now and

Name

Gordon Willem Heuckeroth

Date of birth July 6, 1968

Place of birth Amsterdam

Residence Blaricum

Motto

celebrate life and carpe diem

Photography William Rutten

Education

LTS, culinary school

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LIFESTYLE

‘MY FAREWELL CONCERTS ARE GOING TO BE VERY SPECIAL TO ME; I CAN LOOK BACK ON A BEAUTIFUL CAREER’

WHAT MAKES YOU A GOOD TV PRESENTER? ‘I say what other people think!’

WHAT KIND OF PROGRAM WOULD YOU STILL LIKE TO MAKE? ‘I dream of an Oprah Winfrey type of program on a daily basis – I think that would be great!’

YOU ALSO MANAGE THE COFFEE LOUNGE BLUSHING. WHAT DO YOU DREAM OF DOING WITH THIS COMPANY IN THE FUTURE? ‘That’s easy: I dream of opening multiple new lounges.’

AND… HOW DO YOU PREFER TO TAKE YOUR COFFEE? ‘I like flat white; expresso with warm milk and a thin layer of foam.’

HOW DOES BLUSHING DISTINGUISH ITSELF FROM OTHER HEALTHY COFFEE SHOPS? ‘I have no idea! In any case, we stand for the fact that we only use organic products. I also created all the dishes myself.’

HEALTHY FOOD AND LIVING SEEM IMPORTANT TO YOU. HOW DO YOU STAY HEALTHY? AND DO YOU EVER CHEAT? ‘I avoid everything which includes the words “too much” and make sure that I exercise enough.

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Gordon’s favorites PARTY Sensation White

DAY OF THE WEEK I don’t have a preference!

FOOD Nice and fresh; I like all kinds of things, provided they are made with love

RELAX MOMENT Lying on the couch, enjoying Netflix.

WORKOUT Squats, push ups, and powerwalk

BOEK My last book ‘Ik ben niet van suiker!’

(I am not made out of sugar)

RESTAURANT MOMO in Amsterdam, Brasserie Van Dam in Amsterdam… so many!

ARTIEST Mariah Carey! I had the honor of meeting her for an interview in RTL Late Night and she is really nice

When I cheat, I cheat with delicious snacks.

Bitterballen (Dutch deep-fried breaded ragout snack) and such.’

WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF? ‘Of the fact that I have achieved so much as a boy from Amsterdam-Noord.’

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PASSION? ‘Traveling!’

IS THERE ANYTHING IN YOUR LIFE THAT WE DO NOT KNOW ABOUT YET? ‘No… My life is an open book; you know everything about me.’

WHAT ELSE CAN WE EXPECT FROM YOU, BESIDES YOUR FAREWELL, IN THE COMING MONTHS? ‘A lot of RTL-programs and a last studio album with old hits – of which a few have had a slight makeover.’

IN WHICH WAY DO YOU PREFER TO CELEBRATE LIFE MOST? ‘By working and going on vacation to beautiful places in the world.’

LAST BUT NOT LEAST… WHAT IS YOUR ULTIMATE CHAMPAGNE MOMENT? ‘There are so many! And it totally depends on my mood.’

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DOUTZEN KROES

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@doutzen

This glowing hard-working

NIKKIE PLESSEN

FRED VAN LEER

VIKCTORIA KOBLENKO

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@fredvanleer

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This international top

This real career lady likes

No party is complete

Victoria is known for

mother of two still loves to

model is short on time!

to show up at fun parties.

without the presence

her special clothing

party! Nicolette can often

She often shines on the

Incredible, as an own

of stylist Fred van Leer.

creations. You certainly

be found on the dance

red carpet, though also

clothing line demands

This fashion man is the

have something to look

floor and likes to show off

regularly dances at large

a lot of energy, but

real party maker of every

at when Victoria shows up

her dance moves deep

parties organized by

obviously nothing is too

event!

at a party and thankfully

into the night.

her husband dj Sunnery

much for Nikkie!

she often does!

James.

MICHIEL HUISMAN

CARICE VAN HOUTEN

WINONAH DE JONG

ADDY VAN DEN KROMMENACKER

HUMBERTO TAN

@michielhuisman

@leavecaricealone

@winonahdejong

@addy_van_den_krommenacker

@humbertotan

This Dutch actor, with

For some time now,

This fashionista and

Addy van den

Humberto Tan is a real

international flair, regularly

Carice van Houten

entrepreneur is delightful

Krommenacker proves

jack-of-all-trades. With

attends fun parties where

is no longer just the

to watch and where better

that age is never an

only a few hours of

all the Hollywood stars are

acting talent from the

to do so than on the red

issue. This couturier is,

sleep, Tan can easily be

also found!

Netherlands. At home or

carpet?!

of course, also often be

found swinging on the

found at fashion shows.

dancefloor of a party the

abroad, Carice doesn’t care where the party is

next day. Respect!

held, she will always shine!

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The general public was introduced to Maria Tailor in 2011, in the TV program ‘Modemeisjes met een Missie’ (Fashion girl with a mission).

Today, she is a designer and owner of fashion label Tailor & Elbaz and, as it-girl, a welcome guest at parties and events.

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Column Maria Tailor

WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE? ‘What is the dress code?’

That is the question that I ask every time that I have decided to go to an event or a party. The funny thing is that, even as owner of my own clothing line with four

‘YOU COULD SAY THAT GOING TO AN EVENT IS ALSO WORK FOR ME, BESIDES BEING FUN.’

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editors of a number of Dutch fashion magazines and

social media and the press I only wear an outfit once,

I was able to make a nice appointment with the head

as you preferably do not want a picture to be taken

of pr of Veuve Clicquot for one of my next events.

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Namely, champagne and fashion go well together.

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Every year, the award ceremony of the ‘Prix Veuve For the award ceremony of the ‘Prix Veuve Clicquot

Clicquot Business Woman of the Year’ is a special

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women with grand ideas and infinite ambitions. It’s

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Tailor & Elbaz dress which falls below the knee, with

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tremendously. When she is presented the award by

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Queen Máxima, I catch myself thinking that I would

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Once we arrive at the event, we stroll past the logo

At a certain point in time I was addressed by a re-

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fashion label. So you see how productive such a fun

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evening can be!

event. Of course, this is free publicity for me and my

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Tenth anniversary of Hotel New York by WestCord and more great news

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WESTCORD

10TH ANNIVERSARY OF

HOTEL NEW YORK

BY WESTCORD

HOTEL NEW YORK IS LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL FORMER HEAD OFFICE OF THE HOLLAND AMERICA LINE – THE SPOT WHERE THOUSANDS OF EMIGRANTS, FULL OF HOPE FOR A BETTER LIFE, LEFT FOR AMERICA. TODAY, GUESTS COME HERE TO SPEND THE NIGHT IN A SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE, TO DRINK, EAT, CELEBRATE, AND DO BUSINESS. YOU FEEL IT THE MOMENT YOU ENTER THE BUILDING: THIS IS WHERE IT HAPPENED! AFTER YEARS OF OPERATING INDEPENDENTLY, HOTEL NEW YORK STARTED THE COLLABORATION WITH WESTCORD HOTELS EXACTLY TEN YEARS AGO, WITH WHICH THE HOTEL BUSINESS EXPERIENCE WAS PARTICULARLY BENEFICIAL FOR THE HOTEL SITUATED ON THE MAAS RIVER. WE LOOK BACK ON THIS SPECIAL COLLABORATION HERE AND LOOK FORWARD TO MANY MORE DECADES TOGETHER!

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The year 2006 was an exciting period for

by WestCord Hotels we have caught up incredibly

the time being. At the end of 2014 we brought the

Hotel New York; particularly exciting because of

well in the investment area. A few examples are:

topic of the basement up again, and at the end of

the uncertain future plans following the intended

a new bar and buffet counter in the restaurant, a

January I explained our ideas about the base-

sale to the WestCord Hotel Group. After all, from

new kitchen for the final stages of food prepara-

ment to Harry Westers. The title of this proposal

the opening in 1993 until the year 2005, the hotel

tion, a new reception desk, all hotel rooms have

was ‘NY Basement – The Basement of NY’. It was

was an independent, non-chain dependent, Rot-

been redesigned and we have doubled the ca-

clear that we had to set up a totally distinguishable

terdam company. The changing aspect was the

pacity of our terrace. The last investment – and it

concept compared to the existing, and succes-

new owner from outside Rotterdam, a company

probably had the largest impact on the organiza-

sful, restaurant. In our opinion that could only be

which exploits multiple hotels. On one hand it was

tion– was the addition of the NY Basement at the

done in one way and that would mean cooking

a relief that it was still in the hands of a Dutch ow-

end of 2015.’

in a more exclusive manner. After many conversa-

ner which, and this became apparent later, owns

tions, the approach was determined and we got

several different types of hotels, and not some in-

In the original plans, the basement of Hotel New

to work with ESTIDA to determine the atmosphe-

ternational chain. On the other hand there were

York was destined to be a swimming pool, but

re we wanted to create and design. The mutual

doubts as to whether the new club would under-

instead the guests can now enjoy a cocktail and

collaboration was very pleasant and the result is

stand the ‘couleur locale’ of Hotel New York, as

a meal whilst listening to jazz music. ‘In earlier

a restaurant with a magnificent eleven meter long

the hotel had quite an unusual concept. There was

consultations we had already talked about po-

bar including a cocktail unit that makes us all very

mutual respect between HNY and the WestCord

tentially turning our basement, which until that

happy.'

Hotel Group from the start. The collaboration star-

moment was used as storage and office space,

ted and a situation was born in which both parties

into a F&B-outlet. We were interested in the idea,

'All-in-all, I can say that WestCord Hotels is a nice

would strengthen each other with their knowledge:

especially as the restaurant on the ground floor of

group to work for and if it’s possible to do so at

the best of both worlds.

Hotel New York is sometimes bursting at the seam

Hotel New York…well, than you are a lucky per-

and we have to disappoint people even though we

son!’ Therefore, Hotel New York will still be here

Roel Dusseldorp, General Manager of Hotel New

have 425 seats. The initial idea was to create a

for years to come and the pleasant collaboration

York, says: ‘In the beginning of the collaboration,

‘food court’, with different counters where people

will be continued, so that more beautiful things can

ten years ago, we had to figure out who should do

could for example, eat at a sushi bar, BBQ-bar,

and will happen. For now: bring on the next ten

what, but that is clear now. With the acquisition

or salad bar. Ultimately this plan was shelved for

years!

DID YOU KNOW THAT… 1. in the past year, the Hotel New York

However, Hudson discovered Manhattan

kitchen prepared 11,982 bowls of tomato

and sailed onto the river that was named

behind in Hotel New York? The left

soup, 9,050 tompouces (Dutch variety

after him. In 1614, New Amsterdam was

behind items which we are still talking

of Napoleon), 2,277 lobsters, 17,926

established: the current New York.

about are, among others, a complete

croquettes (deep-fried breaded ragout

7. the strangest items have been left

business plan, a package tray, passport

snack), 21,900 liters of mayonnaise, and

4. a one-way trip to New York

photos of a well-known lady, an

3,000 kilos of calamari rings?

approximately cost seventy guilders

inflatable crocodile, and eight live

(32 euros) per person in the years

goldfish swimming in the sink.

2. singer Anouk wrote her album ‘Hotel

1895-1920?

8. there is a miniature version of Hotel

New York’ in 2014 in one of the board rooms of Hotel New York?

5. the roof terrace room used to be the

New York in Madurodam?

concierge’s room? He was responsible 3. the wind vane on one of the towers of

for the mail, escorting visitors, and all

the hotel depicts ‘De Halve Maen’? That

types of odd jobs in the building.

Roel Dusseldorp General Manager Hotel New York

is the ship with which Henry Hudson departed Amsterdam in 1609 to find a

6. one and a half million emigrants

west passage to the East Indies for the

departed to New York from the

V.O.C. (Dutch East India Company).

Wilhelminakade in Rotterdam?

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The renovation at Bar Zeevaert is in full swing

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The choice is fantastic during high tea at Hotel New York

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Hortus Botanicus provides advice for the

‘TROPICAL INDOOR GARDEN’

IN HOTEL JAKARTA THE FUTURE HOTEL JAKARTA ON JAVA ISLAND IN AMSTERDAM WILL BE THE GREENEST HOTEL IN THE NETHERLANDS. THE HOTEL WILL BE BUILT IN A ENERGY-NEUTRAL WAY. A COURTYARD COMPLETES THE PICTURE, MAKING THE GREEN CHARACTER OF THE ENTIRE HOTEL VISIBLE. THE HORTUS BOTANICUS AMSTERDAM HAS BEEN ASKED TO USE ITS SPECIFIC PLANT KNOWLEDGE TO HELP MAKE THIS PROJECT A SUCCESS. MANAGING DIRECTOR TAEKE KUIPERS EXPLAINS HOW.

HOW DID THE COOPERATION BETWEEN HORTUS BOTANICUS AND HOTEL JAKARTA START? ‘The

architect

and

initiators

approached us with the question whether we could play a role in the creation of a tropical garden. We thought this question was very special; we are not frequently asked to do something like this. Naturally, we

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seized the opportunity! During our first meeting AND WHAT WILL IT LOOK LIKE?

NOT EVERY PLANT IS THE SAME. WHAT

we already advised them not to build a tropical ‘As if you were in Indonesia. The architect DID YOU TAKE INTO ACCOUNT WHILE garden, but to choose for a subtropical one. envisaged large terraces in the indoor garden and SELECTING THE PLANTS? Subtropical gardens require less humidity and we proposed a selection of plants which includes ‘When we select plants, we look at the shape; from warmth and would therefore be more pleasant for trees, palm trees, and half high plants, providing the stem of the plant to the leaves, the flowers, the the hotel guests. There would also be risks for the the effect of terraces and more depth in the whole required food, the required amount of water, the wooden construction of the hotel, such as mold. concept. And what I also think is beautiful: from amount of light, and the required temperature, as The solution? A garden that looks tropical, but the hotel rooms you have a beautiful view of the well as the possible amount of falling leaves. You with plants that would thrive in an indoor climate.’ garden.’

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do not want to have to rake up leaves in the hotel.

We also considered the type of soil: how heavy can it be and how deep can the trees and plants shoot roots? Subtropical plants do not do well in Dutch clay!’

HOW DO YOU ENSURE THAT THE PLANTS IN THE GARDEN LITERALLY REMAIN WITHIN THE BORDERS? ‘Creating an indoor garden is a complex project, but maintaining it is equally difficult.

Plants are natural living organisms in which insects live. You do not want those in a hotel. If we do not treat roses properly, lice will appear. That’s why we use organic pesticides that are not harmful or poisonous to humans, though at the same time are specifically harmful to such insects. And also: trees grow, but they shouldn’t grow through the roof. So, we will not be done when the hotel opens – that’s when it all starts! That is why inspections have to be done by a professional gardner. He will be able to determine if plants have to be pruned or he can determine how much water the plants need.’

AND LOGISTICALLY: HOW ARE YOU GOING TO DO THE WORK? ‘Preferably, we would like to plant everything when the building is completely finished and the indoor climate is good and completely tested. But as a few really big specimens will be planted in the garden, a few of the trees will have to be planted before the facade of the building is finalized. That is a quite significant challenge, which we will have to coordinate well with the builders of the hotel.’

WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT THIS PROJECT? ‘I think it is special that a hotel chain has chosen to distinguish itself through sustainability and being green. And their vision of sustainability connects with ours. This way plants grow towards the light and as we want the plants to grow upwards, lamps need to be placed in the ceiling. Therefore, we are taking an energy policy measure. We had never thought that we would use our knowledge in this area and it seems that we possess knowledge which we can actually use outside of our own gardens!’

‘THE GARDEN WILL HAVE AN INDONESIAN LOOK AND FROM THE HOTEL ROOMS YOU HAVE A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE GARDEN’ #27

WESTCORD Photo Bastiaan van Musscher

MAIKE EN MARTIJN organize parties on the ss Rotterdam

A SUCCESSFUL PARTY HAS ROUGHLY THREE MAIN INGREDIENTS: A BEAUTIFUL LOCATION, A GOOD ATMOSPHERE, AND A SMOOTH ORGANIZATION. AND EXACTLY THOSE THREE THINGS CAN BE FOUND ON THE SS ROTTERDAM. SO MANY EVENTS TAKE PLACE HERE. MAIKE WINKELS (37) AND MARTIJN AFINK (39) DO THIS WORK ON A DAILY BASIS, SO WE’VE CONSULTED THEM FOR THIS PARTY EDITION – OBVIOUSLY WITH SOME QUESTIONS.

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WHEN DID YOU START WORKING ON

AND WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DOING

me goosebumps. And so was our business

THE SS ROTTERDAM?

MOST?

client event, in which we showed our clients

Maike: ‘I started in October 2014. At the

Maike: ‘I enjoy working at this unique

the many possibilities the ship has to offer,

time, Meeting & Events was not yet a part

location with which most people have

a success.’

of the ss Rotterdam, but was an indepen-

an emotional connection. Every day I sense

dent company: On Board On Shore. As

the special atmosphere that this ship

WHEN IS THE PARTY A REAL

of January 1, 2015, the ss Rotterdam has

breathes. My work spot sailed on all the

SUCCESS?

taken over these activities and since that

oceans – who else can make that claim?!’

Martijn: ‘Naturally, the ss Rotterdam is an

time I am happily employed by WestCord

Martijn: ‘The diversity of everything. Not

impressive ship with a rich history and that’s

Hotels.’

a single event and day are the same, and

why it offers such a unique experience as

Martijn: ‘Actually only recently! I started

sometimes there are days with extremes.

a hotel and event location. This sets high

working here in September 2015 and have

For example, recently we had a condolence

expectations! In our opinion, an event is a

enthusiastically taken on the challenge.’

ceremony on the ship, while a wedding

success if we manage to exceed all expec-

party was being held in the Grand Ballroom.

tations in the area of experience, as well as

Then you do have to be able to shift gears.’

hospitality, quality, and service.’

Events I have the final responsibility for all

ABOUT THAT… WHICH DAY DO YOU

AND WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO

meetings and events on board.’

REMEMBER MOST?

DURING YOUR TIME OFF?

Maike: ‘I am Head of Sales & Marketing and

Martijn: ‘The gentlemen’s dinner of the

Maike: ‘Fun activities with my family; I have

that means that I have final responsibility for

Marine Corps, to celebrate their 350th an-

two daughters, one is four years old and the

all sales, marketing, and communication of

niversary. It was a four course dinner in our

other is almost two. And I like to enjoy the

the ship. My roots are in the event indus-

Smoking Room and Grand Ballroom with

outdoors, but also enjoy cooking. I always

try and that is where my affinity mostly lies;

many public figures. Everything was orga-

enjoy having dinner with friends – accom-

I also like to brainstorm and come up with

nized in accordance with a tight protocol

panied, of course, with matching wines, as

creative concepts on board. But I can also

and tradition… it was magnificent to see

that is also one of my passions.’

use my creativity well in marketing.’

and experience! When the organization of

Martijn: ‘I also have two children and love

such an evening runs smoothly, I am very

my two boys of seven and ten. Both play

WHAT DO YOU FIND THE BIGGEST

proud of my team and I will walk around with

soccer at a high level and that makes me

CHALLENGE IN EVENTS?

a smiling face for the rest of the week.’

proud. Despite the fact that soccer is not

Maike: ‘Ensuring that the guests are sur-

Maike: ‘Oh, there are many. From an ela-

really my thing, I can be found at the side

prised in a positive manner – that is what

borate wedding party of a highly valued

of a soccer field cheering them on several

we are working on with our team on a daily

client to a reunion of a family whose roots

times a week. I also enjoy cooking, good

basis.’

can be traced back to the harbor. That gave

food, Formula 1, and a good book.’

WHAT DOES THIS JOB ENTAIL? Martijn: ‘As Operations Manager Meeting &

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WestCord Times IN THE NEWS ss Rotterdam sets up a car rental business • Hotel Noordsee on Ameland is renovating bathrooms • shuttle service for WTC Hotel Leeuwarden

ART IN BREAKFAST ROOM CITY CENTRE

After the rooms at the Art Hotel Amsterdam have received a fantastic mural, now it’s the turn of the breakfast room at the City Centre Hotel Amsterdam. The guests can now enjoy the colorfully painted walls and the artistic view on the canals in Amsterdam.

BEHIND THE SCENES After having sailed on almost all of the world’s oceans, the ss Rotterdam is now permanently docked. The steam ship has a rich history and an immense number of stories, which definitely should be preserved. Good news for everyone who wants to discover the history of the ss Rotterdam: the monthly tours on the ship have been extended! For example, the steering gear department, located under the waterline, is now also open to the public.

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HAMMERING AWAY AT DE ZEEVAERT

De ZeeVaert on Vlieland is complete renovated! In the past period a lot of work has been done. For example, the old bar has been completely demolished to make room for a new, trendy bar/lounge space, where guests will be able to enjoy a drink or a nice bite to eat. Will you visit us soon to see how it turned out?

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WESTCORD STAFF PARTY The staff party at WestCord is an event which everyone already looks forward to weeks in advance. The time finally arrived last January. The employee party was celebrated and it took place in Ahoy during ‘Vrienden van Amstel Live’! It was a fantastic party and a great start to 2016.

LOTS OF EXTRA FUN FOR CHILDREN AT APARTHOTEL BOSCHRIJCK

Children will be thrilled to bits in the children’s paradise at ApartHotel Boschrijck! After the renovation they will be able to play and do arts and crafts to their hearts content. For example, there will be a large chalk wall, a TV-corner with 3D-television and large animal stickers on the wall.

JAZZ IN NY BASEMENT The new restaurant at Hotel New York, NY Basement, regularly organizes jazz performances on Sunday afternoon. During these performances you will be able to enjoy delicious cocktails and the music of BasementJazz. Soak up the atmosphere of the pre-war jazz basement of New York during the Roaring Twenties!

RESTAURANT HOTEL DE VELUWE RENAMED

The restaurant in Hotel de Veluwe has a new name! The restaurant is named after the famous and most photographed deer of the Veluwe: Hubertus. Have you also spotted him while taking a walk in the Veluwe?

BRAND NEW STABLES

START BUILDING OF HOTEL JAKARTA After two years of preparations, the construction of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam has finally started. And, of course, we celebrated this, together with city councilor Eric van der Burg and many other guests. The construction of Jakarta can be followed via livestreaming on WWW. HOTELJAKARTA.AMSTERDAM

HOP-ON IN DELFT

In June, Strandhotel Seeduyn will open its long-awaited, brand new stables! 24 horse boxes will be idyllically hidden in the dunes.

An area is going to be built next to it, where everyone is welcome to come in and enjoy a cup of coffee, or if its cold outside, to warm up in front of the fire place. It’s an ideal place to relax after a nice horseback ride on the beach or to watch a horseback riding lesson.

It is very easy for the guests of the WestCord Hotel Delft to see all the highlights of Delft. The Delft City Shuttle is a sustainable project which was set up to make the city center more accessible. The shuttle stops – it couldn’t be easier – in front of Hotel Delft and then drives to the center of the cultural city. You can get off of the bus at the magnificent highlights which Delft has to offer, such as the Nieuwe Kerk and the Porceleyne Fles.

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August 12 through August 21. Baby concerts are being held for the really little ones, and other programs in which stories, games, and workshops play a key role are held all over Amsterdam for slightly older kids. GRACHTENFESTIVAL.NL

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For the people from the island, beachcombing is a true party! On Terschelling you can

not want to do that? Face the challenge while enjoying listening

also enjoy a trip on a covered horse drawn carriage while listening to beachcombing

to different dj’s, enjoy the food trucks, and the cozy summer bar.

stories. Then you will head out yourself. Who knows – maybe you will come home

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SAND BETWEEN YOUR TOES, FRECKLES ON YOUR FACE AND A WONDERFUL BROWN TAN: LET SUMMER BEGIN!

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Liu Jo €205

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Ani Ani €129.90

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Dior €440

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Jimmy Choo €395

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Carven €398

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FASHION

LET’S GO TO THE BEACH SUMMER HAS ARRIVED. CHOOSE CLASSIC TRENDY BLUE AND DRESS YOURSELF IN THE BEST SWIMMING SHORTS, FLIP FLOPS, SUN GLASSES AND HEAD FOR THE SUN, SEA, AND BEACH.

Dries Van Noten • Giorgio Armani • Louis Vuitton • Giorgio Armani • Dolce & Gabbana

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A PAIR OF SWIMMING SHORTS SHOULDN’T LOOK LIKE YOU’RE WEARING A WIDE SACK OF POTATOES. FOR A RELAXING DAY AT THE BEACH OR THE POOL, THE BEST CHOICE IS A PAIR OF HALF LONG SWIMMING SHORTS. 1

Marc O’Polo €69.90

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Boss Orange €130

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Gaastra €79.95

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual €5,250

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Ted Baker €75

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Gaastra €19.95

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Hackett €40

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FASHION

MART VISSER

Photo Jacob van Rozelaar

The haute couture couturier of the Netherlands

Mart Visser and Kimberley Klaver: a proud designer and a happy bride

DESIGNING – FOR CELEBRITIES OR NON-FAMOUS DUTCH PEOPLE – IS WHAT MART VISSER LOVES TO DO MOST. AND SUCCESSFULLY: MART HAS SUCCEEDED TO GIVE HAUTE COUTURE IN THE NETHERLANDS A MODERN IMAGE AND, MOST OF ALL, A NEW AND SENSATIONAL LOOK. AS COUTURIER, MART VISSER HAS ACQUIRED AN IMPORTANT POSITION IN THE NETHERLANDS WITH A WIDESPREAD BRAND AWARENESS. EVERY HAUTE COUTURE COLLECTION HAS A SELECTION OF EVENING DRESSES AND BRIDAL GOWNS, EACH EMANATING ELEGANCE AND QUALITY. TIME FOR A CHAT!

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religion play a role? When I meet people and

dam and I spoke to someone there who said: “I came

‘That I can express something that I fully sup-

talk to them, I do not have to think long about

to this exhibition and thought that this would be just

port. If I can really touch someone with my de-

what I am going to design. The nice thing about

another designer who wants to take up painting, but,

sign, then my mission as a designer is a success.

my business is that the most interesting people

now that I have seen your work, I am really impres-

Freedom in my profession is essential: creating

visit me. Irrespective of their age, background, or

sed”. That was the best compliment that I got last

means freedom.’

lifestyle; it is up to me to design something with

week. It touched me, because I know that I was able

a personal twist.’

to touch someone with my work.’

WHAT KIND OF FABRICS DO YOU LIKE TO USE?

WHICH PARTY DO YOU STILL REMEMBER

‘From leading fabric suppliers, which really

WELL?

supply the best quality fabrics. For example,

‘Many! Particularly in Europe, I have been on the

we import products from the best lace houses

most beautiful beaches, where magnificent wed-

from France and Italy, where the most pure silk

dings and birthday parties were held. One time

is made.’

a famous artist performed, another time children

Photo Jacob van Rozelaar

WHAT IS THE BEST PART OF DESIGNING?

sang a song which touched everyone present. I WHAT IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DRESS

love it when something is celebrated in a small

YOU HAVE EVER DESIGNED?

circle.’

‘I am satisfied with everything I have created, as it is my own signature and design. Still, I think

ARE SPECIFIC DRESSES INSPIRED BY THE

the wedding dress that I designed for Kimber-

PAINTINGS YOU MAKE?

ley (Klaver, actress, red.) last year was extra

‘Whether it involves my haute couture, prêt-à-

special. The big picture was spot on: the dress

porter collection, my own perfume, or my art; it

really emphasized the strength of her character.’

is all created by one mind, and that is my mind.

Naturally, some things overlap. Things motivate

FOR WHO WOULD YOU STILL LIKE TO

and inspire one another.’

DESIGN A DRESS? ‘For every individual. For me, the important thing

WHAT IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL

is the story behind the customer’s wish. Whoever

COMPLIMENT YOU HAVE EVER

it is, the individual is key. What will their day look

RECEIVED?

like, is it a small event, or big and public, does

‘In February, I held a large exhibition in Amster-

Kimberley Klaver in her Mart Visser wedding dress

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INHOUD

WestCord Hotels

CONSCIOUSLY WEARS TOMS!

WORKING WHILE WEARING GOOD The European head office of TOMS is located in SHOES MEANS ENJOYING WORK the up-and-coming Houthavens in Amsterdam, WITHOUT SUFFERING FROM right next to the WestCord Art Hotel. The brand PAINFUL FEET. WESTCORD ALSO has been a loyal guest in our hotel since it

Patrick Wolffenbuttel:

THINKS IT’S IMPORTANT THAT arrived in the Netherlands. And when WestCord

‘As General Manager

THEIR F&B EMPLOYEES WORK IN Hotels sees opportunities for collaborations, we

of WestCord Art Hotel

A GOOD ENVIRONMENT AND HAVE try to make them work, and TOMS is a beautiful

Amsterdam

THE POSSIBILITY TO DO SO WHILE example of this.

WEARING GOOD SHOES. THERE-

enjoy

meeting the guests in the lobby and restaurant. This is how

FORE THEY HAVE RECENTLY Corporate Social Responsibility is important to WestCord

I regularly saw TOMS shoes walk by.

STARTED WEARING TOMS! Hotels; there is a reason why almost all hotels are Green Key

It didn’t take long for me to come up

certified. Also wearing good shoes while you work is part of

with the idea that it would be fantastic

this concept! It didn’t take long to find the right shoe: TOMS.

for our employees to also wear

The match with WestCord Hotels was made immediately. The

these shoes! I approached TOMS

shoes aren’t only comfortable, TOMS also supports many

and the board of WestCord with this

charities with their business model and they use the One-for-

idea, and both parties responded

One principle. For every pair of shoes they sell, TOMS gives a

enthusiastically. Now all employees

new pair of shoes to children in need. WestCord Hotels fully

in the restaurants wear these great

supports this idea.

TOMS shoes!’

All F&B employees at WestCord Hotels receive two pairs of TOMS a year, what boils down to one thousand pairs annually.

Thanks to the One-for-One principle, one thousand pairs of new shoes are given to children in need each year. Of course, this is fantastic!

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B BEAUTY

Health and body care for him and her and ten tips for becoming top fit

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BEAUTY #44

Alessandra Ambrosio for L’Oréal Professionnel

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THE MOST IMPORTANT THING ABOUT MAKE-UP IS THAT YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE WHEN WEARING IT. IN THIS WAY, IT IS THE SECRET WEAPON OF EVERY WOMAN!

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#1 BASIS

bly one that makes your eyelashes

A make-up look will only be suc-

appear longer and gives extra volu-

cessful if the basis is good and that

me, such as Clinique’s Chubby Lash

means making your skin look as

Fattening Mascara – and apply this

smooth as possible. A foundation is

in a zigzagging motion. For extra flair

the perfect tool for this and the Nude

you can always use the eyelash cur-

Magique Cushion Foundation by

ler first. €20.60

L’Oréal is extra handy, because it is 4

super easy to apply. You simply press

#4 EYEBROWS

the hygienic make-up sponge on the

The eyebrows are often forgotten,

foundation cushion and apply it to

while they are very important for your

the skin with a dabbing motion. This

look. Eyebrows shouldn’t be made

new technique gives a dewy glow

too colorful (read: too dark) and, for

and that just happens to be the trend

this reason, a powder is the best

of the upcoming season! €17.99

option for this job. Take note: to ac-

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READY TO PARTY

centuate the eyebrows you shouldn’t #2 KOHL

draw outside the lines. An all-time

Recently, the make-up by Charlotte

classic in this area is Le Sourcil de

Tilbury is also available in the Nether-

Chanel – which also lasts for a very

lands, at ‘de Bijenkorf Amsterdam’,

long time. €55

and that’s good news, as the pencil eyeliner of this brand is a winner!

#5 LIPS

ITS FUN TO SPRUCE UP JUST A LITTLE EXTRA

Rock ‘N’ Kohl glides smoothly over

With the lips you can go all out. For

WITH MAKE-UP FOR A PARTY AND OF COURSE

your skin as it is a liquid version and

example, the Juicy Tubes lip gloss by

THAT CAN BE DONE IN A NATURAL WAY. TOO MUCH

still it has the effect of a kohl pencil.

Lancôme is available in thirteen diffe-

OF SOMETHING IS NEVER A GOOD THING. FOLLOW

€25

rent colors and, in addition to a spar-

THESE STEPS FOR THE LOOK THAT YOU SEE ON THE LEFT PAGE AND YOU WILL SHOW THE BEST VERSION OF YOURSELF!

kling, transparent color, it also takes #3 MASCARA

care of your lips. €22

Take your favorite mascara – prefera-

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BEAUTY #46

Remington

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TRIMMING, NOURISHING, AND MODELLING – AFTER TAKING THESE FIVE STEPS YOU WILL HAVE THE BEARD OF THE SEASON

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#1 TRIMMING

because the result will be the clean-

You should forget about the long hip-

est one and that is what we want this

ster beard from last year and use a

season. This chromed messing with

trimmer, as you can trim your beard

solid beech wood specimen is at the

nicely with it without getting rid of it

top of its class, by L’Occitane in col-

completely. This one by Remington

laboration with Gillette. €53

is from the Beard Boss collection 2

and guarantees a super defined trim

#4 NOURISHMENT

result. It can also be used for forty

The beard could also use some ex-

minutes without being plugged in,

tra nourishment and therefore beard

so you have all the time you need.

oil was invented! This version by

€29.99

Percy Nobleman nourishes with the valuable and natural oils of argan

#2 FOAMING

fruits, avocado, jojoba, and almonds

As previously said, the beard has to

makes beard hair soft and controls

be somewhat neater and that means

hair as never before. Nice advan-

that trimming it is not enough. But

tage: this oil is both available with and

AS LONG AS YOUR BEARD LOOKS GOOD

before we continue, shaving foam is

without fragrance. €29.99 (100ml)

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the next must have. Rasage Idéal by Clarins is a gel mousse without alco-

#5 MODELLING

hol that makes beard hairs smooth

When the beard is shaved in the right

and makes shaving easier. It also pre-

shape and length and nourishment is

vents a burning feeling after shaving

used, then modelling is the last step!

TRENDS COME AND TRENDS GO – ALSO WHEN IT

and it calms and softens the skin.

Because after all that work you do

COMES TO BEARDS. DO YOU NO LONGER KNOW

€20.50 (150ml)

not want your beard hairs to stand

WHAT TO WITH YOUR FACIAL HAIR? DON’T PANIC, WE HAVE THE ANSWER. WHILE EVERYONE GREW A

out in all directions. This Beard Wax #3 SHAVING

by L:A Bruket is made from the best

BEARD LAST YEAR, THE 2016 LOOK WILL BE A LITTLE

The good old razor is still handy to

ingredients from the Swedish coast.

MORE TRIMMED. IT PARTICULARLY HAS TO BE

keep in your collection, as you can

Besides being functional it is also

NEATER, WITH TIGHTER, MORE WELL-DEFINED

use that to shave any stray hairs. You

as natural and as environmentally

LINES. JUST LIKE THIS!

must definitely not forget your throat,

friendly as possible. €30 (60ml)

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BEAUTY

10byXTIPS

KASIAto RAIN get summer ready!

#1 PORTIONS

#3 PROTEINS

WINTER, WE WANT TO

Make smaller portions and eat four to six times daily.

Increase the intake of proteins, for example by eating

PHYSICALLY LOOK OUR BEST IN

That includes three slightly larger portions – the meals

more chicken, turkey, lean beef, fish, eggs, beans and

SUMMER. THEN, EXERCISING IS

– and one to three small snacks.

low-fat Greek yogurt.

#2 NATURAL

#4 CARBOHYDRATES

BE DONE IN A REALISTIC WAY!

Make better choices. Skip processed foods and junk

Eliminate processed carbohydrates and food with

FORGET GOING ON CRASH

food. Choose natural products instead, meaning: un-

added sugar – such as bread, pasta, cookies, cake,

DIETS AND READ THESE TEN

processed food! It will make you feel better, you will

candy, and so on – from your diet. This food gives you

TIPS GIVEN BY HOLLAND’S

generate more energy to do sports, and you will keep

a bloated feeling and can also cause insulin problems,

feeling full and satisfied.

creating a rollercoaster of highs and lows. This actually

EVEN MORE SO THAN IN

A MUST, IN COMBINATION WITH HEALTHY FOOD. BUT IT HAS TO

NEXT TOP MODEL’S PERSONAL TRAINER KASIA RAIN.

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makes you feel hungry and makes losing weight really

difficult. Instead choose additional complex carbo-

#9 TRAIN

to do beforehand, you will not waste time during

hydrates with longer sugar chains, because it ta-

The moment you start dreaming about a lean

your work out and will be less inclined to give up.

kes your body longer to digest these. Examples of

body, you know you have to start exercising!

these are quinoa, oatmeal, brown rice, buckwhe-

Training programs that target the whole body are

#10 POSITIVE

at, sweet potato, and vegetables.

most effective. It doesn’t matter whether you work

Last but not least: think positively! Change your

out at home or in the gym, as long as you exer-

mindset, because motivation starts in your mind.

#5 FAT

cise those muscles. Challenge yourself. Find your

Don’t think: ‘I have to exercise’, but: ‘I want to

Fat doesn’t make you fat; eating too much food

limits and… push them. Try to do exercises that

exercise’! The same applies to junk food. Not:

does. It is especially important to eat food that is

are challenging for different muscle groups at

‘I cannot eat this’, but: ‘I don’t want to eat this’.

rich in good – meaning unsaturated – fats. That,

the same time, such as planks, squats, burpees,

We often don’t want to have to do things and we

combined with low-fat proteins, will ensure that

pushups, and lunges. Combine weight training

want to eat the things that we shouldn’t. So we

you feel full and satisfied longer. Sources of good

with cardio; HIIT (high intensity interval training) is

must change the way we think. See your heal-

fats are, among others, avocado, olive oil, coconut

for example, more effective than hours of running

thy lifestyle as something positive and focus on

oil, natural nuts, humus, and fatty fish, such as sal-

on a treadmill. So, keep it short and make it count.

the good things you are doing for your body.

mon, mackerel, and sardines. An extra advantage:

For example, jumping rope and doing sprints are

Visualize the body you are aiming for, because that

this type of fish also contains a lot of Omega 3.

very effective! Do this for forty seconds straight,

will motivate you to live healthily (or healthier). But

take a twenty second break, and repeat this for

remember one thing: do not lose yourself in setting

#6 SNACKS

fifteen to twenty minutes. And make sure you are

goals like these. Do it because you want to and do

Are you tempted to snack in-between meals a lot?

prepared! Plan and think of which exercises you

it in a healthy way. Be the best version of yourself,

Then choose low-calorie snacks, such as green

want to do in advance and stick to these – do not

because you deserve it!

vegetable smoothies, cherry tomatoes, cucumber,

improvise. If you know which exercises you want

an apple, carrots with a humus dip, or a handful of nuts or berries. But watch out with fruit! Although

Photo Andrew Walkinshaw

this is a great source of energy and vitamins, it also contains a lot of (fruit)sugar. So, limit your fruit intake to two pieces daily.

#7 SMART Small changes can make a big difference. Therefore, here are some tips to manage your calories smartly. Prepare meat and fish on the grill or in the oven, instead of frying it in a large amount of oil in the pan. Steam your vegetables and do not pour creamy dressing over your salad, but use wine vinegar. Replace fries from your deep-fryer with sweet potato fries from the oven. Are you going out to dinner? Then ask for sauce on the side, instead of it already being served on your dish. Skip the basket with French bread and do not order any alcohol.

#8 WATER Drink a lot of water! To spruce up your water, you can add a little freshly squeezed lemon. Also always start your day with a large glass of warm

Her whole life, Kasia has been an ardent supporter of a healthy and fit life style, and developed the official ‘Model Body Workout’ and the work-out program ‘FOGA Fitness’. She also wrote a cookbook for the people who want to start eating healthy: ‘Healthy & Simple with Kasia Rain’.

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water with a little lemon juice added to it.

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Enjoy the north of the Netherlands

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PIETER VAN DEN HOOGENBAND and WestCord Strandhotel Seeduyn PIETER VAN DE HOOGENBAND (38) IS THREE-TIME OLYMPIC SWIMMING CHAMPION AND, WITH SEVEN OLYMPIC MEDALS, HE IS ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL SWIMMERS OF ALL TIMES. HE NOW USES ALL OF HIS KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE AS MANAGER OF THE TOPSPORT COMMUNITY, HE IS CHEF-DE-MISSION FOR OLYMPIC TALENTS AND ADVICES AND SUPPORTS ORGANIZATIONS SUCH AS NOC*NSF, EIFFEL, LIFEGUARD, AND ONVZ IN THE AREA OF PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND VITALITY IN THE WORKPLACE. SO, HE STILLS TRAVELS ALL OVER THE WORLD, BUT THE PLACE WHERE HE REALLY RELAXES, IS ON VLIELAND. MOST DEFINITELY WHEN HE STAYS AT WESTCORD STRANDHOTEL SEEDUYN…

Pieter: ‘When I get on the boat to Vlieland, I already notice

more vital society with the help of the organizations which I

that everyone wants to enjoy themselves and relax. I really

advise. During the run-up to the Olympic Games in Beijing

like the atmosphere on the island – it really makes me relax.

in 2008 we had to do the final in the morning, while that

Hardly any cars drive there, the people are friendly… It’s

usually takes place in the evening. The entire hormonal

the ideal place to find your balance. As a swimmer I have

balance is therefore disturbed and in order to be able to

flown all over the world and visited the most beautiful is-

perform optimally in the future, we did a complete study

lands, from Madagascar to Hamilton Island. That was, and

on how to get rid of jetlag, for example. That study showed

still is, fantastic, but therefore I can enjoy my stay on Vlie-

me that I was only outside for two minutes a day! I only

land even more. Because you do not have to travel far to

saw daylight when I walked to my car. That’s why I really

enjoy nice surroundings and beautiful nature. There are so many magnificent places close to home!

I also stay at Strandhotel Seeduyn, which is located right on the sea, with

enjoy exploring nature and, of cour-

‘WE REALLY APPRECIATE THOSE SMALL THINGS AT THE HOTEL’

my family. We really appreciate those

se, I can do that on Vlieland. I cannot resist going into the water, it doesn’t matter if it’s March or in the middle of the summer. And we always take long walks and bike rides on the beach.

From the hotel we go to the Posthuys,

small things at the hotel. For example,

to eat pancakes. I also enjoy going to

my children love the breakfast. Fresh bread, an egg, the

the harbor with my son to watch the boats and eat fish.

murmur of the sea in the background… Then my day can-

That’s all I need.

not go wrong. And the employees in the hotel are really nice. I admire the manager a lot, the way he manages his

I also experienced the most beautiful wedding ever on

team and how he is always willing to help clients and peo-

Vlieland. Friends of ours got married there and we had a

ple. Its hard work, the hotel world resembles sports in that

fantastic party afterwards. The ceremony took place in an

aspect: hard work with an occasional highlight. Thankfully

idyllic little church, our friend carried their baby in his arms,

Seeduyn has many highlights! Every time the wonderful

the sun started to shine: everything fell into place. My girl-

atmosphere makes you feel like you’ve come home.

friend (Marie José Crooijmans) and I have considered getting married on Vlieland too. Ultimately we chose not to,

I think about vitality a lot; I want to realize a healthier and

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because we have such great memories of that wedding.’

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THE FRIESIAN HORSE The symbol of the province of Fryslân

IN THE NORTH OF THE NETHERLANDS, IN FRIESLAND, THEY ARE VERY PROUD OF THEIR PROVINCE SYMBOL: THE FRIESIAN HORSE! THEREFORE, THE STALLION INSPECTION, THAT TOOK PLACE FROM JANUARY 14 THROUGH JANUARY 16 THIS YEAR, IS ALWAYS A BIG HAPPENING. THE INSPECTION ALWAYS TAKES PLACE IN THE WTC EXPO, ADJACENT TO WESTCORD WTC HOTEL LEEUWARDEN, WHICH IS THE PERFECT LOCATION DUE TO ITS ENORMOUS SIZE. DURING THE STALLION INSPECTION, AS MANY AS THREE LARGE HALLS ARE USED. WE TALKED ABOUT THIS WITH IDS HELLINGA, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE KONINKLIJKE VERENIGING ‘HET FRIESCH PAARDEN-STAMBOEK’ (KFPS ROYAL FRIESIAN).

On the right Norbert 444, champion HK 2014, with reserve champion Hette 481 on his left

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‘IT ALL STARTED WITH A FEW HUNDRED MEN AT THE LANGE MARKSTRAAT IN LEEUWARDEN’

Ids Hellinga, managing director of the KFPS Royal Friesian

His love for the Friesian Horse originates from him

Every year, more than 25,000 visitors, from over

being a person from Friesland in heart and soul.

thirty countries from all continents, come to this

When we ask him about it, he responds: ‘Just like

event in Leeuwarden. Hellinga indicates that the

every other person from Friesland, I am proud of

Friesian horse is registered in approximately 72

the Friesian Horse. I grew up with it, so naturally I

countries. When asked what makes his job so en-

am a big fan.’

joyable, he responds: ‘We go abroad a lot, what of couse adds a nice dimension to the job.’ Naturally

The popularity of the province symbol is due to the

Hellinga does not visit all of these countries.

The Friesian Horse is the oldest Dutch horse breed

fact that the Friesian Horse is doing increasingly

and according to Hellinga ‘the most beautiful hor-

better in sports, according to Hellinga. ‘You also

During the last stallion inspection, an emotio-

se in the world’. Friesian horses are warm-blooded

see that an increasing number of Friesian horses

nal happening took place concerning Norbert

horses, but do belong to the baroque horse breed.

compete at a higher level.’ The Friesian horses are

444. Past January, we said goodbye to Norbert,

It is a graceful horse with an abundance of hair

usually used for dressage, which show their grace-

who was a three-time champion at the inspec-

and a proud posture. ‘A horse with a very friendly

ful bodies and they are appealing to look at, which

tion in Leeuwarden, but was unfortunately sold to

nature, pleasant and easy to handle’, according

makes an impression on the audience. And: ‘The

Americans. ‘The owners and the seller were in the

to lds Hellinga.

Friesian horse is used a lot in movies. Then you

ring together, it was quite an emotional moment’,

suddenly become visible to a very broad audience,

says Hellinga.

In the seventeenth century, Friesian horses be-

also abroad. In, among others, Australia and New

came increasingly popular with the more affluent

Zealand, the Friesian horse has played an impor-

The interview with Hellinga is concluded with the

farmers in the north of the Netherlands, inclu-

tant role in movies.’

mentioning of a true highlight of his career. ‘There

ding Friesland. The horses helped out with the

are many peaks, but if I must mention one, then it

light work that had to be done on the land. This

THE STALLION INSPECTION

would be the music theater show Faderpaard, to

emphasized the status which you had as a far-

Last January, it was finally time again: every year

celebrate the 35th anniversary of KFPS’, organi-

mer significantly, as not everyone could afford a

the KFPS gets ready for the most important event

zed in the WTC.

Friesian horse.

of the year: the stallion inspection. However, for Next year the stallion inspection will take place

IDS HELLINGA

just an inspection. ‘It used to really only be an in-

from January 12 through January 14, 2017, natu-

Ids Hellinga is the managing director of the KFPS

spection, where a new generation of breeding stal-

rally in the WTC Expo at the WestCord WTC Hotel

Royal Friesian. As a geneticist he manages,

lions was selected. That is how it once started out,

Leeuwarden.

among others, the breeding program. He made

with a few hundred men on the Lange Marktstraat

his hobby into his job, he says. And, of course,

in Leeuwarden. You notice that it has become a

that is what everyone hopes to be able to do! The

much broader event, where a lot of knowledge

KFPS organizes many activities, such as stallion

is shared. It has increasingly become a meeting

inspections, the promoting of horses, and giving

place for everyone who is fond of the Friesian hor-

theater programs. Hellinga, as manager, is res-

se. People from all over the world visit this event,’

ponsible for this organization.

says Hellinga proudly.

Photo Karin Sevink

some time now, the stallion inspection is no longer

Princess Beatrix with Norbert 444

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Tips

FOR A FESTIVE SUMMER WHETHER IT’S WONDERFUL WEATHER OR A LITTLE COLDER AND CLOUDY, YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE BORED THIS SUMMER. A LOT OF ACTIVITIES ARE BEING ORGANIZED FOR BOTH YOUNG AND OLD THROUGHOUT THE NETHERLANDS. SO MAKE SURE TO SAVE THE FOLLOWING DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR!

The Flying Dutch This year, the second sold-out edition of The Flying Dutch festival will take place! The biggest export product of the Netherlands at this moment, our famous dj’s, are flying back and forth in helicopters between Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Eindhoven.

Among others Afrojack, Tiësto, and Armin van Buuren will give a fantastic show on June 4th.

THEFLYINGDUTCH.COM

Into The Great Wide Open CIRCUSTHEATER CELEBRATES ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY

multiple day music festival that is held annually on Vlieland. In addition to music, from August 1 through August 4 they also pay attention to visual arts, movies,

The Circustheater in Scheveningen has a reason to

and nature. Visitors can determine their

celebrate: it’s the musical theater’s 25th anniversary!

own pace here and enjoy the peace and

Especially for this jubilee, the popular musical The Lion

quiet and nature of the island in addition

King will be brought back to this theater starting Octo-

to the organized activities. A challenging

ber 2016. First enjoy a nice walk and the fresh air on

activity program is being organized for

the boardwalk at Scheveningen, then top off the night

children. INTOTHEGREATWIDEOPEN.NL

with a nice performance. It sounds like a good idea, doesn’t it? And did you know that Scheveningen is easily accessible from Delft? STAGE-ENTERTAINMENT.NL

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Into The Great Wide Open is a cultural,

OEROL By now, Oerol has grown to be a true concept in the Netherlands.

Every year tens of thousands of people visit Terschelling for this ten day theater festival, in which the entire island of Terschelling centers around dance, theater, visual arts, and music. Different locations in

Photo Saris den Engelsman

the dunes, on the beach, or in the

Cultural capital 2018

woods offer a podium for many dif-

Even though its two years until Leeuwarden will receive the title ‘Cul-

ferent types of performances – this

tural Capital of Europe 2018’, there is plenty to do already in the

year it will be held from June 10

Friesian capital! For example, visit the Friesian museum and get to

through June 19. OEROL.NL

know everything about this little foreign part of the Netherlands. Or enjoy the hundreds of monuments along the canals of this old city.

VVVLEEUWARDEN.NL

MadNes Surf, skate, and music – That is what MadNes is all about. This year the ninth edition of this sustainable festival will take place on Ameland, from July 1 through July 3. Various activities will be organized all weekend long; surfing classes, a halfpipe on the beach, a floating stage, make your own clothes, build a windmill, a beach clean-up activity, and much more. MADNESFESTIVAL.NL

Photo Roeltje van de Sande Bakhuyzen

ROTTERDAM UNLIMITED Rotterdam celebrates cultural diversity! During this five day event – from June 26 through July 3 – you will be emerged in the newest developments in the world of culture, music, dance, performing arts, high-end artists, storytelling, and, of course, the legendary Zomercarnaval Straatparade (Summer carnival Street parade) ensures a colorful spectacle and great atmosphere throughout the city. ROTTERDAMUNLIMITED.NL

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Western Terschelling During Western Terschelling, the island is transformed into one big western village. From July 8 to July 10 the second edition will take place and it promises to be a big party. Of course, during the event you will be able to enjoy country music, horses tacked up in western style, and western activities, such as shoot-outs and line dancing.

WESTERNTERSCHELLING.NL

Sky 3D-musical Robin de Levita, John Ewbank, and Marco Borsato present the newest Dutch musical: Sky. Since April this year, the musical can be seen in Theater Amsterdam.

The stories takes you into the complex life of a sixteen year old girl who encounters several challenges at a young age. In her dream world she gets the opportunity to deal with the dilemmas from her previous life. The special thing about this musical is that it uses a special 3D-technology, letting you experience her dreams as if you are really part of them. A true experience!

THEATERAMSTERDAM.NL

OPENLUCHT FILM FESTIVAL The Openlucht Film Festival is an unique event which is held annually in the Stadspark Berg & Bos, in the middle of the Veluwe – this time it will be held from August 21 through August 29. In the middle of beautiful woods you will be able to see the newest movies and premières outdoors on a mega movie screen.

This way, going to the movies will be even more fun! OPENLUCHTFILMFESTIVAL.NL

Stöppelhaene Stöppelhaene is originally a Sallands celebration of thanks for the end of the rye harvest dank. Today, Raalte is turned upside down for five days with performances of among others Marco Borsato and Guus Meeuwis, a big harvest show with magnificent floats, a funfair, and many more activities for both young and old. This time it will be held from August 24 through August 28. The last part of the harvest used to be for the poor, today the profit goes to an agricultural project abroad. STOPPELHAENE.NL

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TYPICALLY AMELAND Enjoying the island

AMELANDS PRODUKT Ameland is rich in artisanal and natural products, which come straight from both the Wadden Sea and its own soil. A hallmark has been established to promote these regional products: Amelands Produkt. For example, catfish bred on the island, dune rabbit, and Amelander Mustard are all products which were made with passion and care to enable both the people of the

AMELAND IS A BEAUTIFUL ISLAND IN THE NETHERLANDS,

island and visitors to enjoy the local products. Have you become curious?

WITH INFINITE NATURE AND WONDERFUL PEACE AND

Follow the bike route Amelands Produkt to learn more about all of the

QUIET. BUT THERE IS MORE! THE ISLAND HAS RICH TRADI-

artisanal products from Ameland. AMELANDSPRODUKT.NL

TIONS, DELICIOUS, PURE PRODUCTS, AND ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES… YOU CAN READ ABOUT THEM ALL HERE.

Ameland Horse rescue boat It really is an experience to see a rescue boat being towed ashore by robust horses, straight through the surf. And this tradition also shows that rescuing people from drowning, and helping boats in distress, goes back a long way.

Because throughout the years a lot of boats have sunken or have gotten into trouble right off the coast of Ameland. To save the people from drowning, islanders went out to sea, putting their lives at risk, and this is how on February 6, 1825, the first successful rescue took place. In order to transport the heavy rescue boats to the beach, the horse rescue boat was established. Ten horses pulled the rescue boat from Hollum to the beach. Then they went through the surf in a trot, in order to launch the rescue boat. But in August 1979 something went terribly wrong. Due to a combination of circumstances, the horses couldn’t be disconnected from the boat during the launch and they were dragged out to sea and drowned. After this, new horses were trained to do the job and ultimately the horse rescue boat was active until 1988. Today, approximately twelve times a year a demonstration of the horse rescue boat is given. The launches take place at the beach, south west of Hollum, at the end of the Tjettepad. VVVAMELAND.NL

From the air There are two airports at the Wadden islands and you have guessed right: one of them is on Ameland. Although you can explore the island by bike or on foot, it’s even more fun, of course, to do so from the air!

From Ameland Airport, close to Ballum, sightseeing flights depart which fly over Ameland and the other Wadden Islands, and… for the other adrenaline junkies parachute jumping is also an option.

AMELAND-RONDVLUCHTEN.NL Photo VVV Ameland

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Ameland is the ideal island for the moments that you want to get away from it all. It’s easy to leave the daily turmoil behind on the mainland, when getting on the 45-minute boat trip to the island. Once you have arrived, you can enjoy nature to the full! The northern coast of Ameland is a vast dune area with a 27 kilometer long sandy beach. Adjacent to the coast, you will find woods where you can often spot deer, the nature reserve ‘Het Oerd’ with its thousands of birds, and views of the Wadden Sea.

The island has several picturesque villages, which all have their own character and unique village centers. They all have cafés and terraces, and you can also enjoy shopping in the many stores. In the many museums on the island, you can learn everything about the history of Ameland.

One of the biggest icons is the lighthouse, which offers a great view of the entire island and the Wadden Sea. People who enjoy cycling will be extremely happy; Ameland has more than one hundred kilometers of cycle paths. Have you discovered the island already from the land? Then hop on a boat and look for seals.

Clearly: Ameland has plenty to surprise you during your stay!

WESTCORD HOTEL NOORDSEE Hotel Noordsee on Ameland is a very comfortable hotel, within walking distance of the cozy village of Nes. The eighty hotel rooms are tastefully decorated with modern furnishings and have all modern conveniences which you may expect of a four star hotel. They also have their own balcony. You can also use the heated pool, sauna, and solarium during your stay.

WestCord Hotel Noordsee +31 (0) 519-546600 noordsee@westcordhotels.nl

The North Sea beach is less than one kilometer from the hotel. Several walking and bicycle routes, which take you through the diverse nature on the island, also start at Hotel Noordsee.

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BMW VISION NEXT 100 The car of the future

BMW IS ALSO CELEBRATING AN IMPORTANT ANNIVERSARY IN 2016, NAMELY THE CENTENNIAL OF THE GERMAN CAR MANUFACTURER. AND THEY WILL CERTAINLY NOT LET THAT SLIP BY UNNOTICED! SO THE BRAND IS SHOWING US SOMETHING FROM THE FUTURE, MORE SPECIFICALLY: THE BMW VISION NEXT 100.

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BMW VISION NEXT 100 • From driver to ‘Ultimate Driver’, thanks to digital BMW is not only looking back on the past one hundred

environment to seamlessly

years, no, the car giant prefers to look one hundred year

merge. The BMW VISION

ahead! The group is doing so by producing a car with a

NEXT 100 shows how we

strong character, which is focused on what the driver wants.

will design such a future.’

As that is exactly what the BMW VISION NEXT 100 does.

Therefore, in the design,

intelligence • ‘Alive Geometry’ ensures intuitive interaction between driver and car • ‘Boost’- and ‘Ease’-driving mode, meaning the driver’s choice to drive the car himself or

A lot is going to change in the car market during the co-

BMW has taken into ac-

ming years; for example, diversity in the area of mobility will

count all trends and tech-

increase, with important milestones being car sharing and

nological

self-driving cars. The current technology already allows cars

which will be relevant in the

to automatically keep distance (Adaptive Cruise Control),

coming decades, but has

keep the car in lane (Lane Departure Assist), or has an emer-

not forgotten the innovati-

gency braking system (Pedestrian Warning with City Braking

ons and designs from the

Activation). An increasing number of cars will be able to drive

past. Because the brand

independently, with, in the long term, a highly or complete-

wants one thing: no compromises in the technology, and

ly autonomous car. They are becoming robots on wheels

value for the client. BMW VISION NEXT 100 has roughly four

and that is exactly where BMW’s challenge lies! The brand

characteristics. First of all a real BMW is always focused on

stands for driving pleasure and also wants to do so in the

the driver and that means that you can always choose be-

abovementioned situations.

tween driving autonomously or enjoy driving yourself. The

developments

to let the car drive itself • The intelligent digital partner ‘Companion’ connects the driver and the car • Characteristic BMW-looks • Materials of the future

decisions that the car can take itself, now help the driver to

THE DECISIONS THAT THE CAR CAN TAKE ITSELF, HELP THE DRIVER TO BECOME THE ‘ULTIMATE DRIVER’

become the ‘ultimate driver’. Secondly, artificial intelligence and intuitive technology are merging. The cars of the future will be entirely online. Digitization ensures that the physical and digital worlds overlap more than ever and therefore this BMW will certainly also have these features. Furthermore, technology will become more human. Thirdly, new materials

Adrian van Hooydonk, Head of BMW Group Design, says

will offer breathtaking possibilities in the area of design and

in respect to this: ‘Our target with the BMW VISION NEXT

technique. The current presses and tools will become obso-

100 was to develop a scenario which people feel comfor-

lete and will be replaced by techniques such as ‘rapid ma-

table with. Technology continues to develop and offers us

nufacturing’ and 3D-printing. Finally, mobility will remain an

new possibilities to support drivers even more, to ensure a

emotional experience – as cars are not only meant to trans-

more intense driving experience. My personal vision is that

port someone, according to BMW. Driving evolves around

technology should be able to be used and experienced in or-

pleasure of motor power and speed; it’s a matter of feeling

der for the future interaction between people, machine, and

which is synonym to BMW.

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B BODY, MIND & SOUL Health for body and mind

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INEZ VAN OORD ‘If your life is a circle, then where do you stand?’

INEZ VAN OORD IS THE MIND BEHIND THE SUCCESSFUL MAGAZINES ‘HAPPINEZ’ AND ‘SEASONS’. BUT ONE DAY SHE ASKED HERSELF: IS THIS EVERYTHING? IN ORDER TO REMAIN TRUE TO HERSELF AND TO MAKE TIME FOR PERSONAL GROWTH AND INNER PEACE SHE SOLD HER COMPANY AND STARTED A NEW CHALLENGE: HER BOOK 'ALS JOUW LEVEN EEN CIRKEL IS, WAAR STA JE DAN?’ (‘IF YOUR LIFE IS A CIRCLE, THEN WHERE DO YOU STAND?’). AND THAT BOOK HAS BEEN DECLARED TO BE THE BEST SPIRITUAL BOOK OF 2016!

WHAT IS THE BOOK ABOUT?

WOULD BECOME AN IMPORTANT THEME.

‘The circle is key in the book. A circle has always

HOW?

fascinated me and made me wonder – actually this

‘To be honest, I didn’t know that it would be-

has always been a common thread in my life. I also

come an important theme. Thanks to my previous

describe this in my book, in which I, based on the

magazine, I had learnt: when I experience some-

creation of ideas, write about achieving success,

thing, I am not the only one. With me, probably

loss, and the possibility to always start anew. I give

50,000 other people feel the need for information

people food for thought: ask yourself what your

regarding all forms of spirituality. It turned out to be

values are and how true you are to these.’

200,000. So I pay attention to what I need. After Seasons I wondered: is this everything? Is life only

HOW TRUE ARE YOU TO YOUR OWN

about hard work? How can I make life meaningful

VALUES?

again? It emerged from my personal desire and I

‘I regularly ask myself the question: am I still true

went on my personal quest, which I also describe

to myself? For example, am I true to my basic

in my book. People around me said that it would

principles, to my life’s philosophy? Thanks to the

not be successful. The opposite is true: Happinez

enormous success of Happinez, my job also chan-

is still a huge success.’

ged; from meetings with creative people, photographers, and journalists, I grew to be director of

WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY?

a company. A certain point in time you are so far

‘Independence. How can you become indepen-

removed from the reason why you started to do

dent on the outside and trust what is inside? I had

what you do. Then I am true to myself and decide

everything: a good-looking husband, a successful

to stop and start anew.’

career, and a beautiful home, yet I was unhappy. I started to look for my own values again. If you are

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ALREADY IN 2003, WHEN YOU STARTED

true to them, there is room for happiness. So listen

HAPPINEZ, YOU KNEW THAT SPIRITUALITY

to your own feelings and take them seriously. And

‘I STARTED TO LOOK FOR MY OWN VALUES AGAIN. IF YOU ARE TRUE TO THESE, THERE IS ROOM FOR HAPPINESS’

happiness also involves a little discipline, because

thrilled with the word “spirituality”. My book isn’t

the middle as a traveler and do not get stuck at

you do have to open the door to success; it won’t

only about that, it’s about life as a part of the big-

one point. In other words: The place where you

just happen. If you are dealing with a lot of frus-

ger picture. I would rather call it a book about life.’

end up is not as final as you think it is.’

trations than look what is causing them and solve WHAT CAN WE EXPECT FROM YOU IN THE

the issues.’

FUTURE? DID YOU EVER EXPECT THAT YOUR BOOK

ON WHICH PROVERBIAL POINT OF THE

‘I am giving a lot of presentations now. Speaking

WOULD BE VOTED THE BEST SPIRITUAL

CIRCLE DO YOU STAND?

in front of a large group isn’t new to me: however,

BOOK OF 2016?

‘I have noticed that the best thing is not to stand

it is new that I am telling my personal story. And I

‘No, I was completely surprised! Now, I am not

still. You must keep on moving, keep on circling

predict: the personal will become a trend!’

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FIND PEACE AND QUIET ON TERSCHELLING LIFE IS ALL ABOUT BALANCE AND THEREFORE IT FEELS EXTRA GOOD TO RELAX AFTER A GOOD PARTY! TERSCHELLING IS THE IDEAL PLACE TO DO SO. ON THIS WADDEN ISLAND YOU CAN GET AWAY FROM ALL THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE AND COMPLETELY RELAX.

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YOU ARE LUCKY, AS TERSCHELLING HAS THE WIDEST BEACH OF THE NETHERLANDS

As soon as we cast off and the boat departs for the crossing from Harlingen to Terschelling, all the pressures of daily life simply fall off your shoulders. You can immediately start to relax and once you set foot on the island it only gets better!

Terschelling is approximately thirty kilometers long and four kilometers wide. Terschelling’s intimate harbor is the only natural bay in the Netherlands, and is the mooring site of historical sailing ships, recreational boats, and ferries. The island villages are situated along the Hoofdweg, which winds as a ribbon from west to east. You can enjoy shopping in the narrow streets of the larger villages and you will find plenty of inviting terraces.

But most visitors visit Terschelling for the natural environment!

More than half of the island – approximately eighty percent – consists of nature, and you can relax here wonderfully. There is a large variety of landscapes, such as beach, dunes, heather, woods, polder, as well as mud flats and marshlands. Large surfaces of these areas are protected nature preserves. The crown on the riches of Terschelling is the Boschplaat. This fourteen kilometer European nature reserve is an unique feature which is definitely worth a visit.

The Boschplaat can be explored, just as the rest of the island, on foot

THE BEACHES ARE A STAGGERING THIRTY KILOMETERS LONG AND A FEW HUNDREDS OF METERS WIDE

or by bicycle. The Noordsvaarder sandbank is also worth your while.

You can really catch a breath of pure fresh air while walking on the beach! And you are lucky, as Terschelling has the widest beach of The Netherlands and one of the widest beaches of Western Europe. The beaches are a staggering thirty kilometers long and a few hundreds of meters wide. They are the widest beaches in the Netherlands.

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BODY, MIND & SOUL

DANCE baby!

IS DANCING A SPORT? YOU BET! YOU DON’T ONLY GET A HEALTHY BODY FROM DANCING, YOU ALSO TRAIN YOUR MUSCLES AND IMPROVE YOUR SPEED, ENDURANCE, AND COORDINATION. BALLET BOOTY BARRE

a lot of calories. A cardio, strength,

pilates, boxing, and dance moves.

addresses useful groups of mus-

Ballet is, and remains, a favorite, and

and endurance training all-in-one!

Bonus: you also start to feel sexy

cles, such as arm and leg muscles.

is gradually losing its frumpy image,

Furthermore, your back becomes

and strong!

A must if you want to work on your

among others thanks to dance TV

stronger, so Ballet Booty Barre is an

programs such as ‘So You Think You

ideal sport for people who sit a lot

VBARRE

Can Dance’, increasingly involving

and have a sore back.

Another trend which blew over from

BODYJAM

ballet. The current hit is Ballet Booty

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strength and endurance!

America: Vbarre, the new hit for a

Bodyjam is a sensational dance work-

Barre; a mix of yoga, dance, pilates,

PILOXING

beautifully streamlined, slim, and

out! This dance sport consists of a

and balance. Doutzen Kroes also

The dancing trend of 2016, which

strong

a

mix of the most entertaining moves

swears by it! This sport doesn’t have

blew over from Hollywood. Piloxing

combination

positions,

from hip hop, Latin, disco, and funk,

the effect that your body immediate-

is a mix of pilates and boxing, trai-

pilates and fitness exercises, and

while at the same time following the

ly looks more muscular, but it does

ning to improve the flexibility and

you often use a (ballet) barre, mat,

latest dancing trends. The emphasis

make it look longer, slimmer, and

muscle tone of your body and for

tube, weights, and a Pilates ball.

lies on enjoying yourself whilst mo-

more elegant. The continuously ele-

speed and agility. It is an intensive

During the intensive work-out, the

ving intensively. You burn a lot of calo-

gant moves build up your muscles,

up-tempo workout involving a lot

exercises follow each other up

ries, your coordination improves, and

while your cardiac health improves

of movement. In a high tempo, you

quickly, and multiple muscle groups

you learn all types of new dance mo-

with leaps and bounds, and you burn

continuously switch between various

are used simultaneously. The training

ves – this really gives you a boost!

body.

It of

consists ballet

of

DANCE gear

HAVE WE BEEN ABLE TO INSPIRE YOU TO START DANCING? THAT’S GREAT! THESE MUST-HAVES WILL HELP YOU A GREAT DEAL ON THE ROAD TO SUCCESS!

FLASHY If you are going to try out piloxing, you need a pair of good boxing gloves. You will look the part with Fab. by Fabienne boxing gloves.

They do not only have a great and sturdy fit, they also look flashy.

Get boxing! €79 FAB.NL

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Prevent slip ups!

During a Ballet Booty Barre good socks are a must. BarreConcept gives classes (at all levels) and teaches you to move in a different

LUXURY WITH AN EDGE

way: more elegant, smoother, and the result is a better posture.

You can also buy ‘Barre’ Socks here, providing extra grip on the floor and preventing you from slipping! €6.95 BARRECONCEPTNEDERLAND.NL

Daphne Groeneveld created a luxury active wear collection together with Zoe Karssen. These consist of a yoga legging in marble print, mesh crop tops, satin shorts, and a pair of flared pants. Not only made to wear during

DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY

dancing, but all day long!

We love the shoes created by Elisabetta Franchi. The heels by this Italian designer are for the advanced dancer

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and immediately make your legs centimeters longer! €425 ELISABETTAFRANCHI.COM

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10X ANTI HANGOVER TIPS DID YOU DRINK ONE WINE TOO MANY LAST NIGHT? OR DID YOU GO TOTALLY OVERBOARD WITH ALCOHOL? THE BETTER YOU FELT THE PREVIOUS EVENING, THE WORSE THE HANGOVER WILL BE THE NEXT DAY. READ TEN TIPS HOW TO GET RID OF A HANGOVER AFTER AN EVENING OF EXCESS.

Water. Pretty obvious, but

Fill a hot bath and add some

Cola (preferably without

A good breakfast gene-

Avoid herbal tea; this drink

no matter how sick you feel,

English bath salt and baking

fizz) calms the stomach and

rates energy and calms the

slows the breakdown of

drink water (possibly with a

soda. Soak in the bath for

makes nausea disappear.

stomach. Toast and fruit are

alcohol.

flavor) or coconut water.

twenty minutes and then

good and healthy options,

jump under a freezing cold

but the ultimate hangover

shower. Then return to your

food is eggs. An omelet or

bath until you are comple-

boiled eggs are a source of

tely warmed up again. Then

protein and vitamin B.

jump under the cold shower again for a minute. Actress Gwyneth Paltrow swears by it.

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Most of the dizziness you

A large amount of alcohol

experience when you go

in your blood still needs to

to bed drunk, is caused by

be broken down the next

the fact that your bodies

day. Usually that happens

balance mechanisms are

with the speed of one unit

not working properly, due

of alcohol per hour. You

to the alcohol in your body.

can speed this up by eating

Salt ensures that you retain

Therefore it couldn’t harm

something fatty in the

fluids after drinking alcohol

if you helped your body a

morning. That fat will line

the night before... So eat

little by placing one leg out

your stomach, causing the

an egg with some salt or

If none of these tips have

of bed; your body will notice

Make sure that your body

alcohol to be absorbed bet-

some salted nuts. Tomato

helped, you should just try

that you have contact with

doesn’t lose any more

ter. Therefore your body will

or cucumber with salt are

to sleep it off. Staying in bed

the ground causing your

fluids. No sauna, no sports,

be able to digest the alcohol

also a healthy option on a

all day helps lessen your

nausea to lessen.

and no coffee.

more quickly.

hangover day.

hangover.

F FOOD & BEVERAGE High level parties at SKYY Bar Amsterdam

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Enjoying

SKYY BAR AMSTERDAM at a high level SKYY BAR AMSTERDAM IS LOCATED ON THE TENTH FLOOR OF THE WESTCORD FASHION HOTEL AMSTERDAM. AT THIS STYLISH, ELEGANT BAR YOU HAVE A PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE CITY. THE INTERIOR IS CHARACTERIZED BY SPECTACULAR LIGHTING ELEMENTS, RICH FURNISHINGS, AND THE COLOR BLACK HAS BEEN USED IN VARIOUS SPECIAL MATERIALS. A PERFECT SPOT FOR A NIGHT OUT, MEETINGS, DINNERS, AND PARTIES FOR UP TO 120 PEOPLE. THE SKY IS THE LIMIT!

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EVERY MONTH THERE IS A NEW LINE-UP OF DJ'S, WHICH PERFORM EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY STARTING AT 22.00

This elegant and stylish bar opened in 2009 and has developed into one of the hotspots of Amsterdam when it comes to cocktails.

Not only the view on the city of Amsterdam is great, the interior is a gem in its own right.

INTERIOR The SKYY Bar, with entresol and a two level glass façade, has a black interior and takes advantage of the changing light and reflection. For example, the cocktail section is equipped with a crystal mirror ceiling, the wall behind the bar is high-gloss black with black baroque mirror frames, and the bar front and a section of the wall are tiled in a bubble mosaic with an illuminating effect.

A real eye catcher is the enormous black upholstered lampshade that hangs above the bar, with a life-size female draped on it!

COCKTAIL MENU The cocktail menu is a combination of classics and self-created

The central theme of the hotel is fashion and design bureau

mixes, all made with premium products. For example, all syrups,

ESTIDA Amsterdam has also incorporated this in the interior of

such as vanilla and lemongrass are handmade, to ensure top qua-

the hotel bar. In the interior concept, ‘glamour’ is the common

lity product. Various drinks are infused in order to provide cocktails

thread and the bar really creates that feeling! In the interior decor

with the right twist, such as Dimple with vanilla. One of the most

they played with fashion related structures. The ceiling consists of

popular cocktails is ‘Skyy Is The Limit’. This consists of sweet

crystals and that has been consciously done, enabling the space

strawberry, warm rosemary, citrus vodka, and, of course, bubbles!

to also be highly visible from the highway.

The kitchen is also surprising; Chef Stéphane Besse has created a contemporary menu which consists of a combination of street food and French influences. For example, think of polenta fries with hummus and pickled vegetables, or the USA steak, flambéed with Talisker Skye Whisky, pomme paille, and chimichurri.

Combine these bites with homemade cocktails and feel free to ask our bartenders for advice.

Every month there is a new line-up of dj's, which perform every Friday and Saturday starting at 22.00. The admission is free, so stick around after dinner!

The SKYY Bar is open daily from 5 PM www.skyybar.nl | fashion@westcordhotels.nl Hendrikje Stoffelsstraat 1 | 1058 GC Amsterdam

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COOKING WITH SEASONAL PRODUCTS from Vers Select in Hotel New York

COOKING TAKES PLACE SEVEN DAYS A WEEK IN THE KITCHEN OF HOTEL NEW YORK IN ROTTERDAM WITH THE FRESHEST PRODUCTS, WHICH ARE CAREFULLY SELECTED BY VERS SELECT. THE TWO HAVE WORKED TOGETHER FOR ALMOST TWO YEARS NOW. IT IS ABOUT TIME TO HEAR MORE OF THIS!

Kees Maurits is the owner of Vers Select and buys

have also selected beautiful

vegetables and fruit straight from the source. The-

strawberries with a unique

refore, his company can supply fresh products at

flavor. How? By purchasing

favorable prices. As he says himself, he was born

strawberries that have been

between the cauliflowers – his father has always

crossed with for example

owned a wholesale company in vegetables and

raspberries

fruit. In 2015, he started supplying companies in

Therefore, Vers Select ad-

the hospitality industry with fresh products. Now

vises Hotel New York on

they have at least twenty-five employees and

making dishes with these

are known for suppling the best vegetables in

seasonal

the Netherlands. Due to this excellent reputation,

Ronald and this team set to

Maurits came in contact with Harry Westers, who

work with these products

immediately had faith in his story. Hotel New York

and offer these seasonal

really is their showpiece!

dishes in addition to the

pineapple.

products.

menu

Then

which

Photography Bastiaan van Musscher

regular

or

is

And Hotel New York is also very happy with Vers

changed twice annually. You

Select. The hotel doesn’t only have a restaurant

can read how these dishes

where you can eat and drink throughout the day,

are made in the following

the team, that consists of more than three hund-

recipes.

red people, also operates a bakery and patisserie.

They only use fresh, local seasonal products which are supplied daily by Vers Select. Ronald van der Donk is a chef at the hotel and works with these products daily, and as he has more than twelve hundred guests to feed on any given Saturday, it’s almost a necessity that all vegetables and fruit are pre-cut. Vers Select takes care of that and that enables Ronald and his team to work efficiently.

Vegetables and fruit are the perfect ingredients to create amazing seasonal dishes. For example, the asparagus season will start up again in the spring, which means that Vers Select will purchase high-quality asparagus from, for example, Limburg. In addition to ‘regular’ strawberries, they

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RECIPE:

Asparagus Flamande Ingredients: asparagus AA • cooked ham • eggs • newly harvested baby potatoes salted butter • sliced flat-leaved parsley Peel the asparagus, boil them in water with salt, a dash of sugar, and a chunk of butter. When the asparagus have come to a boil, turn the heat off and let the asparagus stand in the hot liquid. Boil the eggs, peel them and slice in half. Cook the cleaned baby potatoes in their skin in salted water and a bay leaf, remove them from the water and add some melted butter and chopped parsley. Heat the ham briefly in a little bouillon. Place the asparagus with their tips all facing in the same direction, place the heated ham on the ends of the asparagus, garnish with 3 egg halves and baby potatoes. Serve with melted salted butter on the side.

RECIPE:

Lambada strawberries with lime crème, ‘hangop’, merengue, crispy pistachio and pistachio-ice cream For ten persons: Lime crème: 250 gr lime juice • 140 gr egg yolks • 160 gr eggs 150 gr sugar • 150 gr butter Heat the lime juice combined with half of the sugar, mix the other half of the sugar with the eggs and beat them. Bring the lime juice to a boil, and gradually add the egg mixture and mix

Pistachio tuile: 100 gr sugar • 100 gr butter • 100 gr egg

well, then return to the pan and slowly heat until it reaches

50 gr flour • 25 gr pistachio powder • 25 gr almond powder

a temperature of 70 degrees. Then cool to 50 degrees while

pistachio crumble

stirring and slowly incorporate cold cubes of butter into the

Mix the sugar, flower, almond and pistachio powder with a

mixture with a hand blender. Then cool completely and save in

mixer and gradually add the egg and melted butter. Smoothly

the refrigerator until use.

spread the mixture onto a baking mat and sprinkle with pistachio crumble. Bake in a 165 degree oven until golden brown.

Hangop: 1 liter yogurt • 100 gr sugar • 1 lemon • 1 orange

Cool and break into pieces.

1 vanilla pod Hang the yogurt in a cloth for 24 hours to drain and then add

Pistachio ice cream: 250 gr whipping cream • 250 gr milk

the sugar, finely grated peel of lemon and orange and the mar-

100 gr glucose • 80 gr white soft sugar • 50 gr pistachio paste

row of the vanilla pod.

8 egg yolks Heat the whipping cream with the milk, the glucose, and half of

Pistachio crumble: 100 gr shelled pistachio nuts • 500 gr sugar

the sugar. Whisk the rest of the sugar with the egg yolks. When

5 dl water • neutral oil to deep fry

the cream mixture has come to a boil, add the pistachio paste

Cook the pistachio nuts in sugar water for 10 minutes 1:1, then

and the egg mixture and gradually heat until it reaches at least

drain and immediately deep fry for approximately 30 seconds.

a temperature of 70 degrees. Then immediately cool and use the

Leave to drain and let dry on paper towel. Then chop into

ice cream machine to turn into ice cream.

pieces, possibly in a food processor.

Serve: 600 gr strawberries • 1 container of atsina cress Merengue: 125 gr strawberry coulis • 35 gr egg white powder

Rinse the strawberries and divide over the plates. Pipe lime

Mix the ingredients with a hand blender and let dissolve for

crème around the strawberries in three places, do the same with

5 minutes. Whisk into a firm foam with a mixer, pipe onto a

the ‘hangop’, only a little less. Divide the meringues over the

baking sheet with a piping bag and let dry in an 80 degree

plate and add some atsina cress to decorate. Break the pistachio

oven until crisp.

tuile into pieces, arrange the ice cream on the strawberries and place the pieces of tuile around it.

Kees Maurits from Vers Select

Chef Ronald van der Donk

You will have some leftovers from some components, as it is difficult to cook these products in smaller quantities.

Naturally, you can add more products for taste or add it to another dessert later on.

Bon appetit!

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

WIJNIMPORT J.BART ENTERS INTO A UNIQUE COLLABORATION with Champagne Barons de Rothschild WIJNIMPORT J.BART IMPORTS MORE THAN EIGHT HUNDRED QUALITY WINES AND DISTILLATES MADE BY 225 PRODUCERS FROM SEVENTEEN WINE COUNTRIES, TRADITIONAL AND NEW. THE FAMILY BUSINESS SUPPLIES EXCLUSIVELY TO CLIENTS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY, AND B2B CLIENTS, THROUGHOUT THE NETHERLANDS. RECENTLY THEY ENTERED INTO A COLLABORATION WITH THE EXCLUSIVE NEW CHAMPAGNE HOUSE CHAMPAGNE BARONS DE ROTHSCHILD. HENK BART, OWNER OF WIJNIMPORT J.BART, TELLS US MORE ABOUT THIS!

Henk Bart, Baron Philippe Sereys de Rothschild and CEO from Champagne Barons de Rothschild Frédéric Mairesse

THE WINES OF WIJNIMPORT J.BART COME

Barons de Rothschild, the CEO of the champagne

QV SELECT. WHAT DOES THIS PLATFORM

FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD. WHICH

house – Frédéric Mairesse – and Baron Philippe Se-

ENTAIL?

REQUIREMENTS MUST A WINE MEET IN

reys de Rothschild convinced me. They stand for the

‘Our main sales is to the hospitality industry, but

ORDER FOR YOU TO WANT TO IMPORT IT?

same values which we have as Wijnimport J.Bart: a

we are increasingly being asked to sell gastronomi-

‘We travel all over the world, where we visit wine

family business with a focus on the hospitality indus-

cal and exclusive wines, for a fair price, to a select

growers and wine fairs, and participate in many wine

try, quality, and exclusivity.’

public. This is why we set up this wine webshop.’

twelve people, who all are wine connoisseurs, and

WHAT MAKES CHAMPAGNE BARONS DE

YOU ALSO GIVE WINE CLASSES AT

know and understand wine and food combina-

ROTHSCHILD SO SPECIAL?

SCHOOLS. WHY DO YOU THINK THIS IS

tions. This is how the assortment of more than eight

‘The grapes come from the best vineyards of the

IMPORTANT?

hundred wines was selected. One requirement is

Champagne region. That forms a good basis, and

‘Investing in knowledge is very important. If you un-

that the wines are of high quality and work well gas-

furthermore, the champagnes have a certain ripe-

derstand a little about wine as a sommelier or host,

tronomically. We also look for wines that are charac-

ness and age that develop nicely, gastronomically.

you can also educate the client. This enables people

teristic and match with the region from which they

They only make four different types of champag-

to enjoy and trust the product better. For example,

originate. Therefore, these do not always match all

ne. A Brut, Rosé, and Blancs de Blanc. Last year,

during the classes we explain how the wine grower

dishes; the wine distinguishes itself through a struc-

they introduced the very exclusive and first Millisimé

makes his wine, on which type of soil the grapes are

ture and style which matches certain cuisines. That

champagne.’

grown on, and what types of wine exist.’

YOUR WINES ARE STORED AT FORT

YOU HAVE RUN THE COMPANY SINCE

YOU HAVE RECENTLY ENTERED INTO

BENOORDEN PURMEREND, WHAT MAKES

1998, EVER SINCE YOUR FATHER RETIRED.

A COLLABORATION WITH CHAMPAGNE

THIS PLACE EXCEPTIONALLY SUITED FOR

WHAT IS ONE OF THE WISEST LESSONS

BARONS DE ROTHSCHILD. HOW DID THIS

WINES?

YOU LEARNED FROM HIM?

COLLABORATION START?

‘Because of the temperature and humidity level. You

‘You have to dare to take risks. And always be

‘We weren’t looking for an additional champag-

can compare it to storage in the cellars of producers

honest. Also the person factor of a product is

ne supplier. To start with, this didn’t change when

in France and Italy. Through the underground exten-

important. That is why we always work together

Baron Philippe Sereys de Rothschild, the owner

sion, we have 3500 square meters of floor space in

closely with our wine growers and build a personal

and one of the three barons of Rohschild, contac-

this fort that is on the Unesco World Heritage List.’

relationship with them.’

growers. We are not an importer that buys market

YOU HAVE SET UP A UNIQUE PLATFORM

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE

share through big brands and budgets; we speci-

IN COLLABORATION WITH A NUMBER

FUTURE?

fically look for wines that fit our portfolio based on

OF WELL-KNOWN WINE GROWERS,

‘To gradually expand. It is very important to do this

quality, story, and personal relationships with produ-

AMONG WHICH CHAMPAGNE BARONS DE

slowly, certainly with quality wines such as Cham-

cers with the right prices. After having contact se-

ROTHSCHILD, AND RENOWNED RESTAU-

pagne Barons de Rothschild. There is an entire pro-

veral times and a trip to the cellars of Champagne

RANTS THROUGHOUT THE NETHERLANDS:

duction and ripening process behind this.’

tastings. We select the wines with our own team of

makes it exciting for a restaurant’s guests.'

ted me thanks to a tip he received from French wine

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CHAMPAGNE BARONS THE ROTHSCHILD The story behind a new tradition

WITH THE WARM MONTHS COMING, THE CHAMPAGNE SEASON ALSO STARTS. THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO SELECT QUALITY PRODUCTS, WILL MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE WITH THE CHAMPAGNES BY BARONS DE ROTHSCHILD. A STRONG NAME, WITH YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND 250 YEARS OF SPARKLING FAMILY HISTORY. When hearing the Rothschild name, many will immediately think of red wine.

vineyards. The family’s preference is champagnes in which Chardonnay is the

Because of the famous Châteaux, the Premiers Grand Crus Latife, and Mouton,

main grape and so they naturally ended up at Côte des Blancs; the region of

you could easily think that they solely produce red wines. However, the name

this grape variety. For the production, a collaboration entered with the small,

Rothschild stands for so much more. For example, in 2010 a new baby was

high-quality producer Goutte d’Or in Vertus in 2005. In 2010, a new structure

added to the wine family: a true Champagne Barons de Rothschild.

was built for wine preparation. In 2007, the champagne house Prieur in Vertus was acquired. The champagnes of Barons de Rothschild ripen for a period of

The history of the Rothschild's goes back to 1822, when the title of baron

a minimum of three years in these ancient cellars. By now,

was bestowed upon Mayer Amschel by the Austrian Emperor Franz I. His five

it has been seven years since the Champagne Barons de

sons, which were sent to London, Paris, Prague, Naples, and Frankfurt by

Rothschild was presented for the first time: the first bottle

Amschel to establish subsidiaries for the family business, also received this title.

was introduced.

The famous logo with the five crossing arrows, that adorns every bottle their champagne, is based on that. The family is not only known in the banking world,

Today, the grapes come from a seventy hectare vineyard.

they are also well-known in the wine business and they seem to be good at it.

One hectare is in ownership of the family (Clos Prieur) and 69 hectares are under contract. Champagne Barons de

Starting a champagne house is a logical step for the Rothschild family. They are

Rothschild strives to be a small and exclusive house and

real champagne fans themselves and regularly serve the sparkling drink during

therefore ‘only’ produces 250,000 bottles a year. The

national and international meetings: up to 40,000 bottles a year on average.

champagnes by Barons de Rothschild are exclusive-

However, the option to acquire an existing producer was quickly dismissed; the

ly imported to the Netherlands by Wijnimport J.Bart.

Rothschild family wanted to start this new adventure themselves. They decided

The assortment consists of three types of cham-

to operate in accordance with tradition. All three of the participants, Baroness

pagne: a Brut (60% chardonnay, 40% pinot noir),

Philippine de Rothschild, Baron Benjamin de Rothschild, and Baron Eric de

a Rosé (85% chardonnay, 15% pinot noir), and a

Rothschild, have an equal share in the champagne house. No decisions are

Blanc de Blanc (100% chardonnay). For the special

taken without an unanimous decision.

moment, an extraordinary edition was introduced in 2015: the first cuvée spéciale millisimé Blanc de

One essential thing the family agreed on, was that achieving excellence should

Blanc of the year 2006 – only 2,500 of them have

not be done hastily. In 2005, the Barons and Baroness searched for the best

been produced.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

FOOD DIARY

Menno de Koning MENNO, FROM THE HAGUE, WAS WORKING IN A KITCHEN STORE WHEN HE TOOK PART IN THE TV PROGRAM ‘HEEL HOLLAND BAKT’ (EVERYONE IN HOLLAND BAKES) IN 2014…

AND HE WON! PERHAPS IT’S NOT WHAT YOU’D EXPECT FROM A HUGE GUY WITH A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF HAIR, A ROBUST BEARD, AND TATTOOS, BUT HE REALLY EARNT HIS SUCCESS, AS HE PROVED TO BE A TRUE ‘BAKING KING’ WHO CREATES THE MOST ELEGANT CAKES. HOW? HE SHARES HIS STORY IN HIS BOOK ‘BAKKEN MET MENNO’. HERE HE SHARES WITH US WHAT HE EATS HIMSELF DURING THE COURSE OF A WEEK. Menno: ‘It is funny to keep track of

ted to sweet dishes and just baking;

what you eat all day over the course

book number two is going to be a

of an entire week. Of course, I take

real cookbook.

photos of a lot of my dishes and food as it’s fun to post them on social

I try to aim for a high protein diet,

media, though when you look at the

as that helps in building up muscles

photos it looks like an awful amount

and helps against muscle ache… At

of food.

least, if you can call this a diet!

Monday is the kick-off and the fun-

During the week I work in the hospi-

ny thing is that I have to force my-

tality industry. I usually start the day

self to continuously take photos of

early and just eat something easy.

what I eat. Since a few weeks, I have

For lunch, I usually eat eggs. I love

started to live ‘slightly healthier’ and

eggs, fried, poached, sunny side

have started doing sports and wor-

up, boiled… I love them prepared all

king out, I am doing that four days a

kinds of ways.

Monday

week, as I was becoming fat and too lazy. I try to eliminate sugar as much

In the weekends I usually go to my

as possible in my intake, and particu-

boyfriend by train. He lives in Bra-

larly in the snacks that I was eating.

bant, and, as we both love to eat,

My weaknesses are particularly the

we go all out with food! We like to be

chocolate bars and other sweet stuff,

outdoors a lot, so then our little pride,

so you will be able to see in my diary

the Big Green Egg, is turned on!

that I cannot go without sugar completely. Also when I am drafting and

Eating really is emotion, how cliché

trying out recipes for my new book,

this may sound. Good food makes

which will be launched in the fall of

you feel good… And that I have drop-

2016, a lot of things disappear into

ped a pants size this week is good

my mouth without realizing it myself.

news!’

Only this time I am thankfully not limi-

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Lunch: bun rieu

Dinner: sushi quiche

Tuesday

Breakfast: latte with a croissant

Wednesday

Lunch: soto ajam

Breakfast: flat white coffee

Dinner: smoky vegetable burrito

Pie: tryout and… failed

Lunch: crackers and chicken breast

Dinner: pasta with mushrooms and broccoli in tomato sauce

Thursday Breakfast: cheese and ham on toast and ginger tea

Gym: protein shake with banana and raw cacao with a blood orange

Friday Breakfast: cheese and ham on toast and a mango-banana smoothie

Lunch: scrambled eggs with yogurt and fruit

Lunch: fried eggs with bacon and tomato

Dinner: fried rice with chicken and vegetables

Saturday

Snack: cheesecake

Dinner: fries with mayonnaise

Sunday Lunch: chipolata sausage on the Big Green Egg

Breakfast: fried eggs with cress

Lunch: ‘Zeeuwse bolus’

Breakfast: rice cake with peanut butter Dinner: tortilla with chicken and beans

Dinner: grilled chicken from the Big Green Egg

Finale of the week: margarita with nachos

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