Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Spot the difference: Oudezijds Achterburgwal in 1929 and 2026
Historical records from 1929 reveal that the buildings along the northern Oudezijds Achterburgwal were severely dilapidated at the time. These structures were demolished in the early 1930s and replace...
Parmesan cheese legend continues: Pepe Nero makes a second restart with the same chef
Pepe Nero is reopening with its original chef, continuing its tradition of serving pasta prepared in a Parmesan cheese wheel. The restaurant currently invites guests to enjoy its outdoor terrace befor...
On his deathbed my father apologized, I accepted, but the scars remain
A man who endured a violent childhood and struggled with dyslexia has written a play based on his life story. After years of working as a window cleaner, he finally overcame his fear of writing to pro...
Will the Spui Book Market soon have to make way for construction work? ‘Then the market will die a quiet death’
Vendors at the Spui Book Market in Amsterdam fear their square will be converted into a construction depot for upcoming Kalverstraat projects. Sellers warn that this two-year displacement would be dis...
Danish Queen Margrethe (86) hospitalized after falling ill
Former Danish Queen Margrethe has been hospitalized in Copenhagen for observation and treatment after falling ill. Her condition is stable, but she will miss the upcoming funeral of King Harald of Nor...
Competing for the best soup at Mosveld: "The most important thing is that you make it with love"
The fifth annual International Soup Festival in Amsterdam-Noord brought together diverse local cooks to compete for the Golden Ladle award. Visitors tasted various global soups and voted for their fav...
Caravan and camper buyers have one non-negotiable demand: a roof air conditioner
Following a series of intense heatwaves across Europe, roof-mounted air conditioning units have become an essential requirement for caravan and camper buyers. Attendees at Europe's largest camping tra...
Schuim saw a lot of denim and one wedding dress at the Amsterdam Fashion Week closing party: ‘It’s just impossible to throw a chic party in the Netherlands’
Amsterdam Fashion Week held its closing party at the Westerkerk in a collaboration with the Tuftuf Club. Guests wore casual outfits like denim, with some questioning the difficulty of hosting truly ch...
Woman receives unwanted tongue kiss during Amsterdam municipality team-building event: ‘I became so sick’
An Amsterdam municipal employee suffered severe psychological trauma after being sexually assaulted by a colleague at a 2022 team-building event. Following a failed reintegration process and a lack of...
Three Dutch XR works in competition at Venice Immersive, the leading platform for immersive art
Three Dutch XR projects have been selected for competition at the prestigious Venice Immersive festival, showcasing the Netherlands' prominent role in the global immersive art sector. The selected wor...
Traveling through Europe by train with a slight buzz appeals to Philip Freriks
Maarten van Rossem and Philip Freriks are embarking on a televised rail journey across Europe to discuss history, identity, and the state of the continent. The program highlights the duo's established...
Video | Roxy Dekker's voice suddenly sounds distorted during Ziggo Dome concert
Singer Roxy Dekker encountered a technical issue where her voice sounded distorted during a recent series of four sold-out concerts at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The 21-year-old performer's shows dr...
1992 book 'The Rainbow Fish' awarded Platinum Book status
Marcus Pfister's 1992 children's book The Rainbow Fish has achieved Platinum Book status in the Netherlands, currently reaching its fortieth printing. The author accepted the award in his hometown of ...
With or without whipped cream? 7 places for delicious apple pie in Haarlem
Haarlem is home to a variety of cafes and restaurants known for serving delicious, traditional apple pie. This guide highlights seven local spots, ranging from cozy breakfast cafes to historical grand...
Video | Brooklyn Beckham supports wife Nicola Peltz at Venice film awards
Brooklyn Beckham accompanied his wife, Nicola Peltz, to the Kinéo Awards ceremony held in Venice. The couple made a joint appearance at the film event.
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show wins seven Creative Arts Emmys
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance won seven Creative Arts Emmy Awards for its production and artistic direction. The ceremony also honored the American version of the Dutch reality show The ...
Restoration of monumental Haarlem farmhouse finally begins after 21 years
Restoration work has finally begun on the historic Stolpboerderij Noord-Akendam in Haarlem, 21 years after the farmhouse received monument status. Supported by three million euros in municipal funding...
Haarlem's Friso (17) is the fittest teenager in the world
Seventeen-year-old Haarlem native Friso van Saase has been crowned the fittest teenager in the world after winning the CrossFit Games in America. Balancing rigorous training with his physiotherapy stu...
At Ajax-PSV all roads lead (back) to Cruyff
Ajax and PSV played a high-intensity match defined by attacking football that mirrored the tactical principles of Johan Cruyff. Although Ajax showed improved quality and tactical ingenuity, PSV ultima...
Are these flags for a 'naughty' massage parlor too 'juicy' for the municipality?
An erotic massage parlor in Amsterdam faced demands from city officials to remove advertising flags from the sidewalk, despite similar flags being used by other businesses on the same street. The muni...
Greek Survivor contestant sues production company after losing leg
Former Survivor contestant Stavros Floros is suing the show's production company for 100 million dollars after losing his leg in a boat accident during filming in the Dominican Republic. Floros allege...
Mixed feelings for Ajax debutant Amrabat: "Great to play at the Arena, but never happy after a loss"
Ajax lost their recent match against PSV with a score of 1-3 at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The debut of new midfielder Sofyan Amrabat was overshadowed by the defeat and an injury to teammate Aaron Bouwm...
Edsilia Rombley does not like alcohol: 'I almost fall asleep after one sip of sangria'
Singer Edsilia Rombley discusses her personal preferences in a recent interview, noting that she dislikes exercising and alcohol but enjoys organizing events for her friends and family. She shares tha...
More illegal IPTV services shut down, but it remains an uphill battle
Stichting BREIN has shut down over 100 illegal IPTV services this year, yet the proliferation of such platforms remains a persistent challenge linked to organized crime. Experts warn that consumers fa...
Live: Ajax vs PSV | Ajax starts home match against PSV without new signings
PSV defeated Ajax 1-3 in the Johan Cruijff Arena to return to the top of the Eredivisie standings. Despite an initial equalizer from Ajax, goals from Pepi, Geertruida, and Bajraktarevic secured the vi...
First big match between Ajax and PSV • Amrabat, Tsygankov and Kehrer included
Ajax lost their first major Eredivisie match of the season to PSV with a final score of 1-3. Despite a goal from Tolu Arokodare, goals from Lutsharel Geertruida and Esmir Bajraktarevic secured the win...
Connie Witteman unexpectedly becomes a great-grandmother: 'Hidden baby'
Connie Witteman recently became a great-grandmother after her granddaughter gave birth to a baby girl following a hidden pregnancy. The newborn arrived on August 25 and is reportedly healthy, with the...
Dolly Parton's sister slams AI content about late singer
Stella Parton has publicly criticized the rise of insensitive AI-generated content concerning her late sister, Dolly Parton. She is calling for more empathy and respect from the public, urging people ...
Famous Van Gogh self-portrait on display for the first time since 1990
Vincent van Gogh's "Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Pipe" is set to go on public display for the first time since 1990 at the Louis Vuitton Foundation. Painted in 1889 after a conflict with artist...
Support for children in Gaza: dozens of kites at Eye Filmmuseum
Activists launched kites at the Eye Filmmuseum in Amsterdam to protest against Israeli threats towards children in Gaza who play with kites. The demonstration emphasizes solidarity with Gazan youth fo...