Month: July 2016

Eating herring (haring) in Amsterdam

Eating herring (haring) in Amsterdam

Eating herring is very popular in Amsterdam. Most people think we eat it raw, but it is a legal requirement to freeze the fish for at least 24 hours before consumption (to kill parasites). According to the owner of the herring stall at the Albert Cuyp 

Amsterdam Gay Pride

Amsterdam Gay Pride

This Saturday, July 23rd, the Amsterdam Gay Pride will start. Since it is the twentieth edition, the event will be extra big this year. It is one of the nicest events that occur yearly in Amsterdam. During two weeks (usually it is only one week) there will be debates and parties that attract 

Over het IJ Festival

Over het IJ Festival

From July 8th to July 17th, you can enjoy theatrical plays at Over het IJ Festival in Amsterdam North and on the NSDM-wharf. The plays will take place on various locations,  inside as well as outside, so even when it’s raining you will have enough to see. Of course you can enjoy drinks and food and there is a special kids programma as well. There are pieces performed in English. More information: http://overhetij.nl/en/home-english/