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16 August 2021
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6 X restaurants in Curacao to try

Oh Curaçao, what a wonderful island you are. And although it's been a while since we were there, we always come back, and preferably very soon. The sun, the palm trees, the beaches, and the nice beach resortsLanding here at the airport instantly gives you that vacation feeling. Enjoy the beach or the pool during the day, and dine out in the evening at one of Curaçao's excellent restaurants. The island is full of great spots, and this restaurant guide could be much more comprehensive. But we wanted to share this list of six favorite and best restaurants in Curaçao with you. From established spots to new hotspots in Curaçao. You decide!

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PUUR JONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer. Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese. I spent the entire evening reading and browsing. WHAT A BOOK. What stories. WHAT AN ODE. Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being. Everything is covered, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert. With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043. Thanks for the wonderful afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚 PUUR JONNIE, Available from April 14 at your local bookstore (and online) 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢 @tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality. It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3. In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds. Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤 ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck { one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
𝗔 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲́ 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆? @eetcafe_de_reiger is the spot to remember. Cozy, casual, and a seasonal menu. This one was on my list to share for a year and finally it's (almost) asparagus season again! 🤤 Another plus? Prices are very reasonable here! 📍 Eetcafé de Reiger Jordaan, Amsterdam City Center Save this spot for when you're craving warm Dutch traditional dishes in the heart of Amsterdam. And did you hear the same team took over Eetcafé van Beeren? I can't wait to go there too! ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
A grandma's cookbook. Three Michelin stars. And a beautiful 70s villa in a quiet neighborhood in Bangkok, where you are welcomed as if you were at the chefs' home. The Sühring brothers don't cook based on trends; they cook based on memories. Of their grandmother's farm, of the flavors of their youth in Germany, and of techniques passed down through generations. @relaischateaux invited me to experience Sühring during a solo lunch, and this is truly my ultimate definition of culinary self-care. This was a surprising afternoon in Bangkok, where I ate the best German food I have ever tasted. And that in a city where I normally avoid European restaurants. Well, for @restaurant_suhring, you really want to make that exception. Signature dishes that I still think back to regularly? 🍴 Labskaus with caviar 🍴 Enleta waffle with Pfalz vinegar 🍴 Game pâté 🍴 Dry-aged Duck TIP: When you go to Sühring, reserve seats at the kitchen bar so you have a view of the chefs at work! Follow @yourlbb for more tips you can trust. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #prinvited #bangkok #michelin #relaischateaux In this reels, I take you along for fine dining in Bangkok at the three-Michelin-starred restaurant Sühring.
This is one of the best free outings in the spring! Did you know that you can gather (or pick, for the connoisseurs 😉) oysters yourself at various locations in the Netherlands? I’m in Zeeland for a bit this weekend, and if we can make it, we’ll go again. 📍In this video, I show you where you can fill your bucket. Comment *oester* for the comprehensive guide with all the details about all 8 locations + handy tips and rules. Important to know: – Max. 10 kilos per person (≈ 1 bucket) – For personal use only – Do not scoop or scrape the seabed – Go at low tide Handy things to bring: Bucket, screwdriver, boots, work gloves, tea towel, clean clothes, and garbage bags (for the oysters *and* dirty clothes). And of course: bring an oyster knife, lemon, and champagne too 🍋🥂 Because you’ll want to taste something right away, won’t you! The oyster season runs from September to about April / early May, so now that the water isn't so cold, this is the perfect outing. In the full guide, I share exactly where you can easily find them, without much effort. Comment oyster and I'll send it to you right away! Who do you want to go oyster gathering with soon? ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 These are those few magical weeks each year when the city suddenly feels different. Everything is in bloom and all you want to do is be outside. Coffee to-go in hand, and just head out as soon as the sun shows up. 📍 Bloesempark – Amsterdamse Bos (the classic, yes it gets busy, but totally worth it) 📍 Rijksmuseum 📍 Fruit Garden of West 📍 Westerpark 📍 Jozef Israëlskade 📍 WG site 📍 Nelson Mandelapark 📍 Bos en Lommerplantsoen 📍Amstelpark By mid-April most of the sakura will already be gone, so if you want to catch it: this is your moment. I'll definitely be doing a few more rounds before it's over. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck _______________________________________________ 🌸 Discover the best places to spot cherry blossom in Amsterdam and enjoy the sakura in full bloom. 🌸

6 Best Restaurants in Curacao You Want to Know

Character

This beach club, lounge, and restaurant is a half-hour drive from Punda. It's a wonderful beachfront restaurant where you can enjoy the sunset. They call it a little paradise, and we understand why. You can entertain yourself here all day long: swim, have lunch, relax, and of course, enjoy a well-deserved dinner afterward.
CORAL ESTATE, RIF ST. MARIE, WILLIBRORDUS, KARAKTERCURACAO.COM

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Character

Omundo

Besides tourists, many locals come here, making Omundo such a pleasant and especially atmospheric spot. This restaurant isn't located on the beach, but next to the well-known Zuikertuintje shopping mall. The menu offers a variety of tapas perfect for sharing, as well as Caribbean classics like chicken piri piri.
MAGDALENAWEG, WILLEMSTAD, OMUNDOCURACAO.COM

 

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Scuba Lodge

Love BBQ? Every Thursday evening, the chef at Scuba Lodge takes to the grill. You can choose from a four-course dinner or a buffet. Lots of locals are there too, which I really enjoy. At Scuba Lodge, you dine among the palm trees—a must-have for a perfect evening on your holiday.
104 PIETERMAAI, WILLEMSTAD, SCUBALODGE.COM

 

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Zanzibar

Craving a delicious pizza in Curaçao? Zanzibar is known for its excellent brick-oven pizzas. At Zanzibar, you can relax all day on a lounger, with the occasional dip in the clear blue water. Zanzibar is the perfect spot for lunch and dinner, as it's always a lively place.
KAYA DAMASCO, WILLEMSTAD, JANTHIELBEACH.COM

 

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Z

This restaurant, like Zanzibar, is located on the famous Jan Thiel Beach. For pizzas, visit Zanzibar, and for a delicious BBQ, head to Zest. A barbecue on the beach surrounded by torches—what more could you ask for?
KAYA DAMASCO, WILLEMSTAD, JANTHIELBEACH.COM

 

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Saint Tropez

On Mondays, it's sushi and cocktail night here. Those are two things I really appreciate. I do recommend making a reservation, though, as it's always busy. Not a sushi fan? They also have an extensive lunch and dinner menu with lots of delicious options.
152 PIETERMAAI, WILLEMSTAD, SAINTTROPEZCURACAO.COM

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Saint Tropez

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