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15 Christmas Meals in Amsterdam Without a (Expensive!) Set Menu
POV: You're planning a bite to eat with friends, your partner, or family on December 24th in Amsterdam, but you don't want to be stuck with an expensive, multi-course menu on Christmas Eve. This new list comes to the rescue! At these cafes, bistros, and gastrobars, you can simply order à la carte and make it as crazy as you like. Reservations are recommended, because it's obviously... Christmas Eve in Amsterdam. Want to do something else fun after dinner? Take a walk along a stretch of the free Amsterdam Light Festival and admire the light artworks. Have you already decided which of these cozy cafes and gastrobars you'll be dining at on December 24th in Amsterdam? Enjoy!
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Are you going classic with carne asada & salsa verde, or do you prefer something a little different, like birria for dipping or tempura mushroom with salsa negra!?
In this guide, you'll find my favorite taco hotspots in Amsterdam, including a must-try tip for every spot 🍴
📍 @masmais.taqueria (West)
🌮 Favorite: tuna tostada & sea bass ceviche
Perfect if you love Mexican food with a focus on seafood, great cocktails, and a laid-back cantina vibe. It feels like being in Mexico for a moment, right in Amsterdam West.
📍 @tacos.lasinaloense (Ten Katemarkt & Albert Cuypmarkt)
🌮 Favorite: create your own taco & go all in on salsa
Street-style tacos the way they're meant to be: handmade tortillas, slow-cooked steaks, and choosing your own spice level.
📍 @madre.amsterdam (Jordaan)
🌮 Favorite: birria quesatacos & tempura mushroom tacos
A plant-based Mexican restaurant that proves just how flavorful vegetarian food can be. Comfort food with a twist, and perfect for sharing.
📍 @bacalar.amsterdam (North)
🌮 Favorite: octopus taco
Still one of my favorites in Noord, with a great terrace too. Raw setting, huge on flavor. Weekend lunch here is my favorite! Definitely ask for the specials.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲 you'll find the complete guide with the 16 best taco spots in Amsterdam.
Do you have a taco spot I really need to try?
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟴, 𝟵 & 𝟭𝟬
This weekend is packed with markets, food events and lots of good excuses to spend the entire weekend out and about in Amsterdam.
From the free @oatly Matcha Strawberry Signature Drink and limited edition bag charm launch at @binibakery to Het Hapjesfestijn in Noord and the Creative Lab Summer Pop-Up at Klaproos & Café Soleil.
Plus, there are lots of fun Mother's Day ideas in this new guide, from brunches to the @ladress summer sale and 50% discount tickets for a concert at @concertgebouw.
Also very in the mood for the North Seafood BBQ at @nikotin.restobar
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, matcha, a long lunch or trying a new hotspot?
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Come with me to get breakfast in Taipei 🥢
Straight from the airport to this little place to taste soup dumplings and so much more! That's what I call a soft landing 😉 <3
In Taipei, you go to a Soy Milk Shop for breakfast. Warm soy milk to eat in a bowl, and steam baskets with the tastiest dumplings and baozi. You can really wake me up for this kind of breakfast. These local breakfast spots come in all shapes and sizes, from Michelin-recommended spots to hole-in-the-wall stalls.
Most soy milk shops open early (and sometimes even 24 hours a day), and these are the dishes you want to try:
🥄 Warm soy milk
🥢 Soup dumplings (you can often choose between pork and veggies)
🥢 Pork baozi
🥢 Youtiao (油條 - a kind of fried donut stick)
🥢 Youtiao (油條) w/ pork floss & rice
🥢 Turnip cake
🥢 Chives pancake
🥢 Scallion pancake
TIP: Sharing is a good idea to taste as much as possible, because the portions are (often) large.
You'll want to remember these soy milk shops for your future trip to Taipei:
📍Fuhang Soy Milk
📍Soy Milk Shop
📍Yong He Soya Milk King (Da'an)
📍Sihai Soy Milk
I am currently touring Taiwan, and you can also find all the tips in my Stories Highlight.
Have you ever been to Taiwan? I'm curious if you thought it was *that* amazing!
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#taipeifood #taipeitravel #TaiwanWavesOfWonder #ExperienceTaiwan @taiwantoerisme #presstrip
{ In this Taiwan Travel Guide video, I share my favorite breakfast spots in Taipei for an authentic Taiwanese breakfast }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟬 + 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭, 𝟮 & 𝟯
HELLO first weekend of May!
From a brand-new rooftop beach in Oost to vintage treasure hunting at IJ-Hallen, Italian market mornings, new restaurants and lots of May holiday plans for families.
Also on my radar this weekend:
📍 East Beach
📍 Café Pigalle
📍 Sassy's
📍 HORTA
📍 Bar Copa
📍 Amour Amer
📍 Café Felix
📍 Chez Chloé
And yes, market season is fully back. Sunday Market, IJ-Hallen, NoordOogst and Zi Camì Market… where to start?
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, terraces, new hotspots or something fun with the kids?
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Just back from Catalonia and I thought: I'll share some tips right away.
During our road trip, we stayed two nights in the Ebro Delta. An incredibly fun stop for families and foodies, where there is plenty to do.
• A boat trip to the Musclarium is a must! Here you eat oysters and mussels straight from the farm, in the middle of the sea.
· Admire the flamingos and black ibises that can be found here all year round.
· Rice is grown in the Ebro Delta all year round. For paella, but Kensho also makes sake and miso from it! You can visit them during a tasting.
Cycling along the rice fields, canoeing on the Ebro River, and visiting various beaches. It was still a bit too cold right now, but there is plenty to do.
• The towns are very low-key and not that exciting, but you can find fantastic local food there. From the Michelin-awarded Les Moles* to local eateries like Vermuteria Bonmarisc and Lo Tinglado. We ate a lot of fish, but also anemone fritters (a first!).
Now back to work, and I’m going to create an extensive travel guide of this road trip through Catalonia, but you’ll want to save these tips for a future adventure.
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{ In this post, I share tips for the Ebro Delta in Spain (Delta de l'Ebre). More tips for Catalonia can be found at www.yourlittleblackbook.me }
HELLO WEEKEND!
A short note, but a very packed Amsterdam Weekend Guide online with 76 tips for Kingsday, Kingsnight, new restaurants, kidsproof May holiday activities and everything in between.
Comment WEEKEND and I'll send you the full guide in your DM.
Cheers from Spain, where I will celebrate with orange wine from Priorat ✌🏼🧡.
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The most important things to do are done by the community through this Nederland and in Amsterdam?
The May holidays have begun, and that means: quality time with the kids. From creative workshops and fun playgrounds to new museums, kid-friendly festivals, and adventures in nature.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲, you will find two comprehensive guides with more than 50 tips! Believe me, you won't be bored anymore ;-).
Take all tips via the line in my bio. Have fun!
I'm curious: what do you have planned for this holiday?
PS: We are doing a road trip from Barcelona to Valencia this year and you can travel along via stories.
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲, 𝟭𝟳, 𝟭𝟴 & 𝟭𝟵
Your Amsterdam weekend, sorted. 🖤
Baby lambs, spring markets, new restaurant openings and more events not to miss, this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide is packed.
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Have fun making plans!
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PUUR YONNIE, 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 whole evening reading and flipping through the pages.
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 passes by, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert.
With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043.
Thanks for the lovely afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚
PURE JONNIE,
From 14 April
at your local bookstore
(and online)
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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. 🤤
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{ one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟵, 𝟭𝟬, 𝟭𝟭 & 𝟭𝟮
This is one of those weekends that's packed with cool events!
Catch the last cherry blossoms, hunt for vintage treasures or feast on oysters.
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What's your vibe this weekend… vintage, culture, markets or a new hotspot?
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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 Centre
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!
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15 cozy cafes, brasseries and gastrobars for December 24 in Amsterdam without fixed menus
Shefishe
Ceviche is life, and at Sjefietshe in De Pijp, you've come to the right place for the tastiest (Peruvian) fish dishes. As Amsterdam's very first cevicheria, this gastrobar is known for its creative dishes. It's one of our favorite spots for date night! The cozy interior and excellent cocktails will have you lingering at the table on Christmas Eve. Want to order Zeke? The famous hot doctor.
Van Ostadestraat 1, Amsterdam – sjefietshe.nl
© Sjefietshe
LOUIE LOUIE
Also open on December 24 and ideal for a casual Christmas Eve: Louie Louie It is one of those all-day spots where you easily end up hanging out. The menu is full of delicious small dishes, perfect for sharing. Think of a shared dining experience where you can sample a bit of everything, from Carnitas soft tacos to Seabass crudo and other tasty shared dining dishes. Order a Frozen Margarita or a glass of prosecco to go with it, and your evening is complete.
Linnaeusstraat 11A, Amsterdam – louielouie.nl
©LouieLouie
bar BOTANIQUE
In this green urban jungle, it always feels a bit like you're on vacation, even on December 24th. With dishes under 20 euros, from juicy cheeseburgers to fresh ravioli and roasted pointed cabbage, is Bar Botanique A lovely spot for a relaxed Christmas Eve without fixed menus. Whether you want to linger at the table or just fancy a quick bite, you'll want to taste everything here.
Bar Botanique – Eerste Van Swindenstraat 581, Amsterdam – barbotanique.nl
© Bar Botanique
Bonnie
Since they opened, I always joke that every neighborhood in Amsterdam a Bonnie should have. The kind of place you can go to all day long, where the food is simply delicious at a great price, the wine is always chilled, and above all, it's just really cozy. Even on Christmas Eve! Because then you simply pull up a chair for drinks or dinner and can order à la carte.
Amstelveenseweg 226h, Amsterdam – bonnie.goudvisch.nl
© Bar Bonnie
AMI
At AMI It feels just like you're visiting friends. This cozy café, bistro, and bar in De Pijp combines the relaxed atmosphere of a neighborhood café with the feel of a bistro. Perfect for dinner on Christmas Eve without being forced to order a five-course meal. You go here for a fun evening with delicious food and surprisingly good cocktails. The menu is full of favorite dishes, such as burrata, clams, and steak tartare. Exactly what you sometimes crave! And did you know that Ami is also a nice spot for drinks after dinner on the weekend? So keep that in mind for those evenings when you don't want to go home anytime soon!
First van der Helststraat 51, Amsterdam – ami.amsterdam
© Ami
Eetcafé Edita
Step into Eetcafé Edita and you'll instantly feel like you're in your favorite French great-aunt's living room. Here, everything revolves around Southern European food and drink culture, with dishes inspired by Spain, Italy, and especially France. Whether you're in for a leisurely dinner or just a glass of wine with some tasty bites from their snack menu, Edita is the kind of eatery with excellent food every neighborhood should have.
Jan van Galenstraat 92h, Amsterdam – eetcafe-edita.nl
© Eetcafé Edita
More affordable restaurants for December 24 in Amsterdam
Flying
Flying is the trattoria in Amsterdam-West where you can fully immerse yourself in the Italian atmosphere. What makes this spot extra special? Some of the ingredients come from their own vegetable garden, which ensures the most delicious flavors in their dishes. Start your evening with a visit to the cocktail bar Bomboloni's, where you can enjoy drinks with an Italian twist, just like they do during the aperitif. Here, you can celebrate Christmas Eve the way the Italians do: with good food, delicious drinks, and lots of fun!
Admiral de Ruijterweg 79, Amsterdam – volare.amsterdam
© Volare
The Japanese
Inspired by Japanese izakaya restaurants, De Japanner is the perfect spot for a relaxed, no-nonsense Christmas Eve. Think a shared dining menu, delicious cocktails with a Japanese twist, and a dose of Amsterdam coziness until the wee hours. The shared dining concept makes it extra fun to sample everything. My favorites? The Nasu Dengaku and Hamachi Sashimi—those are my standard order.
Multiple locations in Amsterdam – dejapanner.com
© The Japanese
Caravan
At Caravan It's always cozy at Kwakersplein! This hotspot in the heart of Amsterdam Oud-West is perfect for a cozy Christmas evening with friends. An extensive cocktail menu gets the evening off to a great start, and when the table is later filled with delicious dishes, you'll really get into the Christmas spirit. Enjoy a variety of tastings and sharing while enjoying the relaxed and informal atmosphere.
Kwakersplein 2, Amsterdam – karavaanamsterdam.nl
© Caravan
More affordable restaurants for December 24 in Amsterdam
Oriental City
We love dim sum! At Oriental City, your table will be filled with the most delicious treats to share. From perfectly steamed dumplings to fluffy buns, it's all about enjoyment and coziness. Perfect for a relaxed Christmas Eve where you can savor everything Asian cuisine has to offer. A must-visit if you're craving something completely different this holiday season than your typical Christmas dinner!
Old Side Voorburgwal 177, Amsterdam – oriental-city.com
© Oriental City
Brut de Mer
For all the fish lovers out there, Brut de Mer is the place to go on Christmas Eve if you simply want a delicious à la carte meal. Located on the charming Gerard Douplein in the Pijp district, this is a restaurant we keep returning to. The menu features daily changing fish, fresh oysters, and perfectly paired wines. Whether you're looking for a generous selection of seafood (the warm ones are so good!) or just a glass of bubbly with some oysters, it's all possible.
Gerard Douplein 8, Amsterdam – brutdemer.nl
© Brut de Mer
Canary Club
In De Hallen in Amsterdam West, you'll find De Kanarieclub. It's a lovely, relaxed spot with a charming interior where you can enjoy a meal all day long. Start your Christmas Eve with a delicious cocktail at the bar and then enjoy a delicious meal. This restaurant is perfect for dinner with vegetarian friends!
Bellamyplein 51, Amsterdam – kanarieclub.nl
© Canary Club
More affordable restaurants for December 24 in Amsterdam
Café Restaurant Amsterdam
Who hasn't heard of this iconic spot? At Café Restaurant Amsterdam, you know exactly what to expect: a no-nonsense menu with classic dishes that are always a hit. Think steak tartare or winter favorites like venison steak with mushroom sauce, and of course, the famous seafood platters.
Watertorenplein 6, Amsterdam – cradam.nl
© Café Restaurant Amsterdam
Proeflokaal A. van Wees
Celebrate Christmas Eve in true Amsterdam style at Proeflokaal A. van Wees. The menu features delicious Dutch cheese fondue, homemade jenevers, and classics like bitterballen (bitterballen) and stew. Whether you're looking for a relaxed get-together or a light bite to eat on Christmas Eve without too much fuss, this café is the perfect place to start. After a bite at this café, you can stroll along the Herengracht canal to see the Amsterdam Light Festival.
Herengracht 319, Amsterdam – proeflokaalvanwees.nl
© Tasting Room A. van Wees
Yuan Hotpot
Fancy something different than gourmet dining? At Yuan Hotpot, you can enjoy Chinese hotpot. A large pot of (spicy) broth sits on the table. Choose your favorite ingredients—from meat and fish to vegetables—and dip them in the steaming broth. This is a fun and easy activity to do with the whole family.
Rijnstraat 51, Beethovenstraat 633 & Ferdinand Bolstraat 18, Amsterdam – yuanhotpot.com
© Yuan Hotpot
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