Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Mik Moody (72) and Isabelle Nadrai (59) built their own home in De Pijp: ‘Once guests sit down at the table, they never want to leave’
Mik Moody and Isabelle Nadrai have lived in a self-renovated home in Amsterdam's Diamantbuurt neighborhood since 1993. The couple transformed a dilapidated building by adding two floors and choosing a...
At the Dads and Ponytails workshop, fathers learn how to braid their daughters' hair: 'It’s actually very simple'
Faizi Nazir has launched a workshop in Amsterdam called Papa’s en Pony’s to teach fathers how to braid their daughters' hair. The initiative aims to help dads overcome their lack of experience and...
Fourteen children and relationships with stars: the love life of Elon Musk
Elon Musk has fathered fourteen children through various relationships with several women, including Justine Wilson, Talulah Riley, Grimes, Shivon Zilis, and Ashley St. Clair. His personal life is cha...
Alice in Wonderland theater production is a dazzling adventure full of dance, music, and magic
The Toneelmakerij and Doxx are launching a contemporary theatrical adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, focusing on themes of identity and self-confidence. The production premieres on October 11 at the ...
Everything Walther Ploos van Amstel (1962-2026) said was backed by data and his experience as an Amsterdammer: 'An engaged citizen and a true expert'
Walther Ploos van Amstel, a renowned logistics expert and longtime Amsterdam resident, has passed away at the age of 63. He was widely respected for providing the municipal government with evidence-ba...
Joey Ceti in Love Island VIPS despite gang rape allegations
Joey Ceti has been announced as a participant in Love Island VIPS, despite currently being under investigation for alleged involvement in a gang rape. The casting decision has faced widespread public ...
Phone ban at school may backfire: 'Young people compensate with screen time at home'
Starting January 1, the Dutch government plans to expand the mobile phone ban in schools to include playgrounds and break times. While the policy aims to curb distractions, experts caution that it cou...
Artist Jeff Koons sells $100 million in art from private collection
Artist Jeff Koons is selling a private art collection valued at 100 million dollars through an upcoming auction at Christie's in New York. The collection includes high-profile works by Picasso, Manet,...
Why did Amsterdam receive no new Michelin stars this year? ‘A three-star restaurant is still a long way off’
For the first time in ten years, Amsterdam saw no new restaurants awarded Michelin stars, while three establishments lost theirs. Experts attribute this trend to the increasing economic pressure on lo...
Die-hard 'zebra' Mark van der Laan briefly returns to beloved Blauw-Wit
Korfball coach Mark van der Laan recently competed against his former team, Amsterdam's Blauw-Wit, after moving to Groen Geel this summer. The match was an emotional occasion for Van der Laan, whose f...
Michelin doesn't look at how dirty the toilets are, but at what's on your plate: this is how stars are awarded
The Michelin Guide began as a marketing tool for a tire company to encourage travel, but it has become a global standard for restaurant ratings based strictly on culinary quality. The system uses anon...
Ex accuses Chris Brown of misconduct: My friend was threatened with death
Diamond, the former partner of Chris Brown, has accused the singer of stalking and threatening her recent romantic partners. While Diamond is seeking an end to this alleged intimidation, Brown and his...
Hangout spot for girls in Theo van Gogh Park: Don't walk away, but claim the space
A new designated hangout spot with painted picnic tables has opened in Amsterdam's Theo van Goghpark to address safety concerns among local girls. The project aims to empower girls to reclaim public s...
I advocate for a Suriname-themed away kit for Ajax, says shirt professor
Graphic designer Floor has praised the recent Ajax kit designs while proposing that the club create a Surinamese-themed away shirt to honor its players from that background. As this discussion takes p...
Champagne! These Haarlem restaurants retain their star in the new Michelin guide
Two Haarlem restaurants, Ratatouille Food & Wine and ML, have retained their Michelin stars in the 2026 guide. The announcement coincided with the centenary celebration of the first Michelin star awar...
Two Dutch restaurants receive two Michelin stars, seven receive their first
Two Dutch restaurants have been upgraded to two Michelin stars, while seven new establishments have earned their first star. Meanwhile, the city of Amsterdam lost two Michelin stars, and the guide has...
Help me make Haarlem accessible
The city of Haarlem is promoting awareness about accessibility, urging residents to keep sidewalks free of obstacles like bicycles and overhanging branches to assist people with disabilities. The init...
New artwork in Artis aquarium aims to make you feel like you are deep in the sea
A new art installation by Olafur Eliasson called Deep Seeing Currents has opened at the Artis aquarium in Amsterdam, offering visitors an immersive 12-minute auditory and visual experience of a deep-s...
New artwork in Artis aquarium aims to make you feel like you are deep in the sea
The Artis aquarium in Amsterdam has unveiled a new immersive art installation by Olafur Eliasson called Deep Seeing Currents. The 12-minute experience uses authentic underwater audio and lighting to s...
Amsterdam environmental organization De Gezonde Stad to shut down: Too difficult to secure funding
Environmental organization De Gezonde Stad is shutting down due to unsustainable financial challenges. The group is well-known for projects like the Verjaardagsbos created for Amsterdam's 750th annive...
No new Michelin-starred restaurants in Amsterdam, two restaurants lose stars
No new restaurants in Amsterdam received a Michelin star during the recent ceremony in Maastricht, while De Juwelier and Daalder lost their existing status. The city now counts sixteen one-starred res...
Ho, ho, ho! These are the dates for the Christmas market in Haarlem
The annual Christmas market in Haarlem is set to take place from December 11 to December 13, 2026. The three-day event will feature nearly 350 stalls and various entertainment programs located through...
Biography of Pierre Bokma to be published in 2030
A biography about the life and career of actor Pierre Bokma is set to be published in 2030 with the actor's cooperation. The book will examine his extensive work in television, film, and theater, whil...
The opening of a bouillon restaurant in Weesp is no coincidence: People are queuing up for this concept
Bouillon d’Or has opened in Weesp following the success of similar bouillon-style restaurants in Amsterdam. The concept is gaining significant popularity, prompting questions about the criteria for ...
Singing whales, breaking ice floes, marine snow: you can now descend to the deep sea floor at the Artis Aquarium
The Artis Aquarium has launched a new sound-based installation by artist Olafur Eliasson titled Deep seeing currents, which immerses visitors in the mysterious world of the deep ocean. Running since O...
Controversial rapper Gims cancels Afas Live concert at the last minute
Rapper Gims has cancelled his European tour, including a planned performance at Afas Live in Amsterdam, citing unspecified personal reasons. The artist is currently facing formal charges in France rel...
Netherlands-Serbia match draws 2.2 million viewers and is most-watched international game
The Dutch national football team finished a series of four Nations League matches with two wins and two draws, placing them at the top of their group. The most-watched game of the period was the final...
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...
Dries Roelvink consoles sons through heartbreak: I want to help and embrace them
Singer Dries Roelvink is supporting his sons Dave and Donny through their recent breakups while navigating the boundaries of paternal involvement. He remains available for emotional support but recogn...
Living with a disability: It can happen to anyone, so treat us as equals
Dinand Brummelhuis highlights the ongoing issues of discrimination, prejudice, and social exclusion faced by individuals living with disabilities. He emphasizes the importance of equal treatment for a...