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At the Eye restaurant, even the wine tastes like juice and sawdust

At the Eye restaurant, even the wine tastes like juice and sawdust

Mara Grimm visited the restaurant at the Eye Filmmuseum for a monthly review. She noted that while the food is visually appealing, the actual taste and quality of the dishes are disappointing.

Wallis (33) from Scotland thinks we shouldn't complain so much about Amsterdam: 'This city is amazing in every phase of life'

Wallis (33) from Scotland thinks we shouldn't complain so much about Amsterdam: 'This city is amazing in every phase of life'

Scottish native Wallis Grant, who moved to Amsterdam for her studies, now resides in the city's Oost district with her family. She rejects common complaints about the city, arguing that Amsterdam is an excellent place to live during any stage of life due to its variety and culture.

Jorge’s style: ‘Today I’m wearing gold glitter underwear by Calvin Klein’

Jorge’s style: ‘Today I’m wearing gold glitter underwear by Calvin Klein’

Photographer Carly Wollaert captures the unique and vibrant personal styles of individuals on the streets of Amsterdam. The project aims to showcase how people use their fashion choices to bring color and character to the city's public spaces.

Ann Patchett's new book is – of course – very good again

Ann Patchett's new book is – of course – very good again

Ann Patchett’s tenth novel, Whistler, follows 53-year-old Daphne Fuller as she reconnects with her former stepfather after a chance meeting at a museum. The story delves into a hidden, decades-old car accident that fundamentally shaped their lives, once again highlighting Patchett’s skill in crafting engaging characters and dialogue.

Julia Mekkes (33) pleads criminal cases, makes podcasts and runs a sandwich shop: 'In my head I am a lawyer, everything else moves around that'

Julia Mekkes (33) pleads criminal cases, makes podcasts and runs a sandwich shop: 'In my head I am a lawyer, everything else moves around that'

Criminal defense attorney Julia Mekkes balances her legal practice in Amsterdam with running a sandwich shop on the Gerard Doustraat and hosting a successful podcast. Despite her diverse projects, she considers the law to be the primary focus of her professional identity.