Foods and Drinks in Amsterdam
One of the most important thing to make your vacation worthwhile is to
know what and where to eat. You may not enjoy your vacation if you have
an empty stomach. In Amsterdam, there are thousands of
restaurants and nice places to eat and drink. You may choose what type
of food you may want. A wide range of cuisines are being served. From
Mediterranean dishes to Dutch meals whatever your preference is, it will
be met. Here in Amsterdam, you will surely find a terrific place with
mouth watering foods and incredible ambiance to match.
The country's cuisine
Bread with cold meat and slices of Dutch cheeses, Apple juice, and
chocolate bits called hag slag or any combination of these would
complete a breakfast. For most Dutch's a strong coffee and weak tea are
usually drunk without sugar. Soup or sandwiches are usually served
specially in winter. They tend to have a heavy side dish during a
dinner, as the mail meal of the day is usually eaten in the evening.
Dutch traditional dish called stamp pot (mashing pot) is made up of
cabbage, potatoes being boiled and mashed with fried bacon, served with
smoked sausage. A deep fried meatballs and Stroopwafels together with
cinnamon-spiced syrup are best eaten hot from a street stall which pops
up from time to time. In Amsterdam, drinking is an old tradition. Beer
is being served in a small glass, unless you request a large one.
Famous Restaurants
Haesje Claes - located in the center of Amsterdam in
between the Dam Square and Spui and across the Amsterdam Museum. The
restaurant has traditional architectural design including the corridors,
steps and hallways. It's old ambiance brings out the best of traditional
dining.
Address: 1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Website: www.haesjeclaes.nl
Phone number: 020 6249998
Café Americain - Also known as the living room of Amsterdam. This
Cafe offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and pleasant drinks.
Its dynamic and cozy ambiance makes your stay unforgettable.
Address: American Hotel, 1017 PN Amsterdam (Noord-Holland),
Netherlands
Website: www.diningcity.nl
Phone number: 020 5563000
De Waaghals - is one of the most famous vegetarian restaurant in
Amsterdam. This restaurant offers a wide range of delicious dishes in
different cuisines.
Address: 1072 BK Amsterdam, Netherlands
Website: www.waaghals.nl
Phone number: 020 6799609
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