HAPPENING 29 SEP 2025 | The Euromast will light up in red on Monday 29 September as part of Dress Red Day, an annual initiative by the Dutch Heart Foundation to raise awareness of heart disease in women. Visitors can also book a special dinner menu featuring dishes with red accents.

A red icon on the skyline

As Rotterdam’s most recognisable landmark, the Euromast will turn into a glowing red beacon for one evening. The event highlights the importance of recognising cardiovascular problems in women, which are often diagnosed too late.

Alongside the red lighting, the Euromast restaurant will serve a three-, four- or five-course surprise menu created specially for the occasion. Dishes will include seasonal ingredients presented with red details, symbolising strength, love and the work of the Heart Foundation.

Visitors invited to join in

Guests are encouraged to wear red themselves and share their photos on social media, becoming part of the campaign. By turning red, the Euromast joins a national effort to put women’s heart health in the spotlight and to make the issue more visible.

Heart Foundation research shows that women’s symptoms are not always recognised early enough, making awareness and support vital. The red illumination is intended as a large-scale statement to bring that message to the forefront in Rotterdam.

Special Dress Red Day menu

The restaurant team has prepared a one-night-only surprise menu. Prices are set as follows:

• 3 courses – €46.50
• 4 courses (with soup) – €50.00
• 4 courses (with intermediate dish) – €53.50
• 5 courses – €57.00

The menu includes fish, meat and seasonal vegetables, finishing with a dessert. Prices are per person, excluding drinks and the separate entrance fee to the Euromast. Reservations must be made in advance, and guests are asked to share any allergies or dietary requirements when booking.

Practical information

Date: Monday 29 September 2025
Location: Euromast, Rotterdam
Special: 3-, 4- or 5-course surprise menu with red accents
Reservations: www.euromast.nl/dress-red-day

Location and directions

The Euromast stands in Het Park on the edge of the city centre, with views across the river and skyline. It can be reached by tram, metro and bicycle from Rotterdam Centraal Station, or by car via Parkhaven.

HAPPENING 28 AUG–12 SEP 2025 | A new culinary pop-up is set to open in Het Industriegebouw, offering an intimate late-summer dining experience. The collaboration between Fundamental and Lolo Vins will temporarily transform the space into a setting for natural wines and locally inspired cuisine.

Late-summer dining pop-up in Het Industriegebouw

From 28 August to 12 September 2025, Het Industriegebouw will host Bistronomique Fantastique, a temporary dining concept created by Fundamental and natural wine importer Lolo Vins. The pop-up aims to extend the summer atmosphere through curated dinners that focus on natural wines and ingredients sourced from the local landscape.

The event has been organised under the motto Vacation never ends, with the intention of prolonging the relaxed spirit of Mediterranean summer evenings. According to Merel Beelenkamp and Bastiaan Kalmeyer of Fundamental, “We want to hold onto that free summer feeling, with dishes straight from nature.”

Fundamental brings their concept to the city centre

Fundamental was founded by Beelenkamp and Kalmeyer and has become known for its intimate, seasonal chef’s table dinners in the Nieuwe Westen. Their menus are shaped by Dutch landscapes and seasonal ingredients. “From salty greens from the salt marshes to herbs from the dunes and forest mushrooms, each dish tells a story about the place we live in,” Beelenkamp explained.

For Bistronomique Fantastique, the duo will leave their familiar atelier setting to present their style in a different environment. “In Het Industriegebouw, we’re bringing our approach to a new context, while maintaining the same intimate experience at the table,” Kalmeyer added.

Natural wines curated by Lolo Vins

The wine list will be curated by Laurens Bagnalasta, founder of Lolo Vins, a natural wine importer established in 2022. Bagnalasta has developed a portfolio of wines that are described as uncompromising and closely tied to the land. He visits the winemakers personally and aims to match the wines with Fundamental’s menu.

“Natural wine is always a reflection of the place it comes from,” Bagnalasta said. “I’ll be present during the dinners to share the stories behind each bottle, adding a personal element not often encountered in regular restaurants.”

A temporary transformation at Het Industriegebouw

This year marks the tenth anniversary of Het Industriegebouw’s (HIG) modern redevelopment. The building, which houses a variety of tenants from startups to design studios, will offer one of its ground-floor spaces to the pop-up.

Directors Desiree van den Wittenboer and Eva Sharo stated: “It’s quite special that, given the building’s high occupancy, we can temporarily curate this ground-floor unit with some of the city’s most interesting culinary projects. The building’s diversity reflects what makes Rotterdam distinctive.”

When and where

Bistronomique Fantastique will be open on 28, 29, and 30 August, and again on 4, 5, 6, 11, and 12 September. The pop-up is located at Het Industriegebouw, Goudsesingel 204, Rotterdam. Reservations can be made via the Fundamental website or social media channels.

Directions and area

Het Industriegebouw is situated on Goudsesingel, on the edge of the city centre. The building is easily accessible by bicycle, tram, or on foot. The area is known for its mix of architecture, independent shops and nearby cafés, offering a vibrant urban atmosphere.

ROTTERDAM, 4 September 2025 – A new restaurant and bar concept is set to open inside a historic building on the Mathenesserlaan. MIES will combine seasonal dining with art, culture and local community events.

MIES to open inside Morgan & Mees boutique hotel in Rotterdam

Rotterdam will welcome a new addition to its culinary and cultural scene on 15 October, as boutique hotel Morgan & Mees launches its independent restaurant and bar concept, MIES. Located in the former Instituut Schoevers building on the Mathenesserlaan, the venue has been named in honour of Mies Lanen, the institute’s founder and a prominent advocate for women's rights.

Previously integrated within the hotel, the restaurant has now been reimagined as a stand-alone concept with its own identity. MIES aims to be a meeting place where food, art and community intersect. The concept embraces both the heritage of the location and a forward-thinking outlook.

A focus on seasonal dining and local influence

MIES will offer a menu designed by chef Lucas Jeffries, available from Wednesday through Saturday. Guests can choose from an à la carte selection or opt for a set menu of three to five courses. On Sundays, a family-style lunch will be served.

The kitchen philosophy revolves around Dutch classics reinterpreted through a modern lens, using seasonal ingredients sourced from local suppliers. Attention to detail and culinary craftsmanship are central to the menu.

The bar will serve as a key gathering point within the space, offering a range of snacks and cocktails. From Sunday to Tuesday, breakfast and lunch will be available. In the evenings, the bar will remain open with a full bar menu and daily dish inspired by Dutch culinary heritage.

During these days, the main dining area will be available for private events, workshops, lectures and other activities in line with MIES’s broader cultural and social goals.

Art, culture and community at the core

Beyond food and drink, MIES intends to serve as a platform for artistic and social engagement. In collaboration with ArtPublicity, a new artist will be featured quarterly, with works displayed throughout the building. The first to be featured is Melissa Moria, whose work will be unveiled at a special event.

In addition to visual art, MIES will host a series of cultural evenings, including live music, intimate performances and thematic dinners. Community-based initiatives are also part of the agenda. MIES previously collaborated with Oma’s Soep to connect different generations through shared meals and stories, and participated in the Nationale Monumentendag (Dutch National Heritage Day) to celebrate the building’s history.

Workshops, lectures and other gatherings focusing on social themes and local entrepreneurship are expected to continue playing a role in the venue’s evolving programme.

A legacy honoured through contemporary hospitality

The building where MIES is located was commissioned in 1938 by Mies Lanen as a training institute for young women. At the time, it offered an alternative to traditional gender roles, promoting education and professional ambition.

Lanen herself lived on the top floor, symbolising her leadership and vision. Nearly a century later, that legacy is being acknowledged through a concept that blends strength, creativity and progress. MIES aims to continue her mission in a modern context, fostering community while serving food and drink with a local identity.

How to get there

MIES is located inside Morgan & Mees Rotterdam on the Mathenesserlaan. The area is situated west of the city centre, within walking distance of the Nieuwe Binnenweg and easily accessible by tram or bicycle. The street is known for its historical buildings and residential charm.

HAPPENING 6 SEP 2025 | Views of World Port Days will be offered from the Euromast, which plans extended opening on 5–7 September. A harbour-inspired four-course dinner is scheduled for Saturday with late-evening access to the tower for the fireworks.

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World Port Days from above

During World Port Days (Wereldhavendagen) on Friday 5, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September 2025, the Euromast will be open to visitors seeking a high-level vantage point over the river, ships, crowds and skyline. The programme is being framed as an opportunity to experience the city’s maritime activity from a single viewpoint.

Four-course dinner on 6 September

On Saturday 6 September, the Euromast Brasserie is set to serve a four-course menu inspired by Rotterdam’s harbour. The announced menu features mackerel tartare with squid tuile and shellfish mayonnaise; a course of fried mussels; cod with purple sweet potato, green asparagus, carrot and a pepper sauce; and a dessert of cherry parfait with vanilla ice cream and fresh summer cherries. Seating can be reserved from 17:30. The dinner price is listed at €65 per person and includes a welcome drink and a ride on the Euroscoop. 

Late opening and fireworks

On 6 September, the Euroscoop is scheduled to operate until 23:00. From 22:00, the Euroscoop and the outdoor observation deck will be open exclusively to guests holding a dinner reservation. The World Port Days fireworks over the river are planned as the evening’s finale, to be viewed from the tower by diners with late-evening access.

How to get there

The Euromast stands on Parkhaven at the edge of Het Park, facing the Nieuwe Maas. The area is reachable by public transport and bicycle, with limited on-street parking nearby. Water taxi services operate to and from Parkhaven, and walking routes through Het Park provide step-free access to the entrance.