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Gaza chef serves traditional Palestinian dishes at Rolling Kitchens: "Gives strength"

The 18th edition of the Rollende Keukens food festival is currently taking place in Amsterdam's Westerpark, featuring over 80 food trucks and attracting visitors from across the country. Among the vendors is Salma Barakat, a chef who fled Gaza in 2018, who is serving traditional Palestinian dishes to raise funds for her family back home. The festival offers a wide variety of international cuisines and will continue through Sunday.

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Men march through Amsterdam to protect women, feminist groups ‘irked by the gesture’

Organizers are holding a march in Amsterdam this Saturday intended to advocate for women's safety. Feminist groups have criticized the event, specifically taking issue with the organizers' stated goal of protecting women.

Amsterdam man competes for world porridge title in Scotland: 'Back again next year'

Amsterdam resident India Mae Abbas traveled to Scotland to compete in the World Porridge Making Championship held in Carrbridge. Although she did not win the Golden Spurtle trophy, she plans to refine her skills at the Dutch championship and return to the global competition next year.

A rat in Watergraafsmeer that even German television is coming to see

A rat infestation in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district has attracted the attention of German broadcaster ZDF, which is filming a documentary on urban pest control. Municipal health officials visited a local home to assist a resident in sealing off entry points used by a rodent that had been frequenting the property's crawl space.

Summary: League leader VZV deals new blow to national champion VOC

VZV remains the undefeated leader of the Super Handball League after a 30-26 victory over national champion VOC. Despite a strong start from the Amsterdam-based visitors, VZV dominated the second half to secure their fifth consecutive win of the season.

Celebrating ADE without breaking the bank? These 7 parties cost 25 euros or less

The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) features seven budget-friendly parties that cost 25 euros or less. These events offer diverse musical experiences, including techno, house, and EDM, at various venues throughout the city.