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From record fair to record store: VinylFreaks opens in Haarlem

From record fair to record store: VinylFreaks opens in Haarlem

VinylFreaks, a new record store founded by Roy van Rijn and Marcel Bindels, is set to open on the Slachthuisterrein in Haarlem this October. The shop offers a wide range of new and used vinyl, repair services, and a community space for music lovers, launching during the Haarlem Vinyl Festival.

Nightlife trend among Gen Z: alcohol falling out of favor, 3-MMC and ketamine rising in popularity

Nightlife trend among Gen Z: alcohol falling out of favor, 3-MMC and ketamine rising in popularity

A 2025 Antenne-monitor study reveals that young adults in Amsterdam are drinking less alcohol while the usage of drugs like 3-MMC and ketamine is increasing. This trend marks a significant shift in the nightlife habits of the younger generation.

Sjefietshe in De Pijp closes its doors, but the viral 'hotdoctopus' remains

Sjefietshe in De Pijp closes its doors, but the viral 'hotdoctopus' remains

The popular Amsterdam cevicheria Sjefietshe is closing after seven years as owner Bas Lammersen seeks a new chapter in his career. Despite the restaurant's closure in De Pijp, the establishment's viral hotdoctopus dish will continue to be served.

Residents and municipality face off in court over TikTok queues at Fabel Friet: how did it get so out of hand?

Residents and municipality face off in court over TikTok queues at Fabel Friet: how did it get so out of hand?

Neighbors of the Fabel Friet snack bar in Amsterdam are heading to court to demand that the municipality takes stronger action against massive, viral TikTok queues blocking the Runstraat. The residents argue that the city has failed to mitigate the significant disturbances caused by these crowds in the narrow residential street.

New vocational training for swimming instructors aims to tackle shortages in Amsterdam pools: We hope for hundreds of applicants

New vocational training for swimming instructors aims to tackle shortages in Amsterdam pools: We hope for hundreds of applicants

To address severe staffing shortages at city pools, Amsterdam has introduced a new vocational MBO program that allows students to earn a qualification while working as paid swimming instructors. The training, which begins in January, aims to professionalize the sector and ensure that essential swimming facilities remain operational for the public.