paroolOct 3, 2026, 01:00

Presenter Floris Göbel lives in the Jordaan with his ball python Mr. Tortellini: ‘He’s my buddy, even if the love is a bit one-sided’

Presenter and animal expert Floris Göbel shares his dedication to wildlife protection while living in Amsterdam with his pet royal python, Meneer Tortellini. Göbel utilizes his platform to advocate for animal welfare through books and public outreach, treating every day as an opportunity to promote environmental awareness.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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'

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.

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.

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.

Yvonne (54) is disabled and would like a sewing machine to make clothes for her dog Jantje

Amsterdam resident Yvonne Tulp is seeking a sewing machine to make clothes for her dog after being forced to stop working due to illness. Additionally, an Iranian asylum seeker named Mohammad Nojavan is looking for support to continue his professional martial arts training while living in a Dutch asylum center.