A Brief History of Gabber in Rotterdam and the Netherlands Rotterdam was both the birthplace and epicentre of the music genre and youth subculture known as gabber. Check out this brief…
Peper/Kruidnoot, Oliebol and Stroopwafel - Dutch icons Pepernoot/ Kruidnoot, Oliebol, and Stroopwafel - the winter trinity of deliciously Dutch baked goods you need to know! Some are…
The weird Dutch nicknames for iconic Rotterdam architecture Rotterdammers love their city, in all its architectural drama. So, when things get named top-down, Rotterdammers tend to name…
A history of Rotterdam - from fishing village to metropolis To appreciate the future, one must know the past. The city of Rotterdam has a long and interesting history. This city has seen…
Coffee? - Understanding Dutch culture In the Netherlands, coffee is the thing you get offered practically anywhere you are invited to. However, coffee isn't always…
Hilton Rotterdam is a national monument The Hilton Rotterdam hotel on the corner of Weena and Coolsingel is a landmark building. The iconic structure, which opened its…
Sinterklaas - the original Santa Claus - Dutch traditions Sinterklaas arrives in the Netherlands every November. He sails all the way from Spain in a steamboat with loads of gifts and…
The bridges of Rotterdam - interesting facts and details Rotterdam is home to four beautiful and famous bridges; Erasmusbrug, Willemsbrug, De Hef and Van Brienenoordbrug. You might have…
Remembering the Rotterdam Blitz; 14 May 1940 The worst event in Rotterdam's history is also the catalyst that led to its incredible rise as one of the most amazing cities in…