Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Oos Kesbeke: I am no gourmet, I either like it or I don't
Oos Kesbeke, known as the pickle king of Amsterdam, discusses his personal life, aging, and culinary preferences in an interview with Mezza magazine. He shares insights into his routine, including his...
Warm weekend heralds next week: temperatures up to 30 degrees possible
The Netherlands is set for a week of warm, summery weather with temperatures expected to reach 30 degrees Celsius by Thursday and Friday. Dry conditions are forecast to persist throughout the week, fu...
Son Mieux band members Maud Akkermans and Olivier Lucas announce they are expecting a baby
Maud Akkermans and Olivier Lucas, members of the Dutch band Son Mieux, have announced that they are expecting a baby. Due to her pregnancy, Akkermans will be absent from the band's upcoming European t...
Ted Lasso actress enjoys Dutch lessons for the new season
Actress Hannah Waddingham shared that she enjoyed learning Dutch for her role as Rebecca in the new season of the series Ted Lasso. In the show, her character learns the language from her boyfriend, w...
Foodies and film lovers take note: Cinema Culinair comes to Haarlem
Cinema Culinair is coming to Haarlem, offering an immersive experience where audience members can eat the same food featured in the films they are watching. This event combines dining and cinema, allo...
Hoofddorpplein renovated with its own 'amphitheatre': "Amsterdam's calling card"
The Hoofddorpplein in Amsterdam has undergone a two-and-a-half-year renovation featuring a new amphitheater and seating area designed to improve community interaction. Funded by neighborhood budgets, ...
Object of my ex: ‘I fell incredibly in love, and that’s why my world collapsed’
Yoorim (31) from South Korea has lived in Amsterdam for 5 years: 'Giving birth at home without pain relief is the ultimate integration'
Everyone wants to make Purmerplein the most beautiful square in Amsterdam, as long as no parking spaces are lost: 'The area has been made too car-friendly'
‘Huh, Daan,’ a friend behind me said, ‘is that a cock ring?’
Heatwave also hits wallets: spending drops by 4 percent, with rural areas staying home
During heatwaves, consumer spending in the Netherlands drops by 4 percent as residents tend to stay indoors. While rural citizens are more likely to stay home, urban dwellers frequently visit hospital...
Dj Tjade’s Amsterdam: ‘When I need a breather, I go to Boothuis to look at the water’
For top chef John Fagel (1930-2010), no nouvelle cuisine but the cooking of the French countryside, with a stick of butter per guest
Student Elena: ‘I’ve been waiting four years for my big moment: the day Ajax becomes champion again’
Children's book author Kevin Hassing (41) shares his three favorite queer hotspots: 'Being queer is not just about going out at night'
Julian Brandt could have joined clubs worldwide: But Ajax and Jordi kept playing on my mind
German footballer Julian Brandt decided to join Ajax as a free agent despite interest from clubs worldwide. He chose the Amsterdam club to take on the challenge of helping with their reconstruction.
Filmmaker Jikkie Schelling (28) prefers working early in the morning while the city sleeps: 'It feels like a liminal space that is all mine'
Julian Brandt (30) chose Ajax based on instinct: ‘The club kept haunting my mind’
"It feels like piracy": Party boats thunder into Muider bedrooms
Residents of Muiden are experiencing significant noise pollution from loud music on party boats traveling across the IJmeer. While local authorities struggle with enforcement due to the boats moving a...
You won't need to reach for the garlic sauce after a few bites here
Childcare allowance increased, but Amsterdam parents more often face extra costs
K3 doesn't understand criticism of Pride Amsterdam performance: 'It's actually important'
The girl group K3 faced backlash on social media following their surprise performance at WorldPride in Amsterdam this past Saturday. The group members expressed confusion regarding the criticism, stat...
After a loveless childhood, Peter Faber found his calling at the Zonnehuis in Amsterdam-Noord
Míchel benches Brandt and Ter Stegen for away game in Zwolle and hopes for Godts
I think it’s a shame when people completely strip an old house: Puck Vogelpoel (37) of interior design firm August on the value of what is already there
Call for input: what does living in Amsterdam cost you per month?
Do social media save lives? Ramón (50) from Haarlem finds kidney donor online
Ramón, a 50-year-old man from Haarlem suffering from severe kidney failure, has successfully found a potential kidney donor through a viral social media appeal. He is currently awaiting medical confi...
Shelbourne supporters leave a good impression: "Great example"
Police in Amsterdam reported a positive experience with approximately 600 Shelbourne football supporters who visited the city yesterday for a match against Ajax. The fans displayed good sportsmanship,...
Photographer Erwin's tips for the best solar eclipse photos: Don't use digital zoom
Photographer Erwin Winkelman shares tips for capturing the solar eclipse occurring on August 12 using a smartphone. The phenomenon is expected to be clearly visible from Haarlem and throughout the Net...
Airbnb profits from World Cup with 150,000 new US listings
Airbnb is experiencing a surge in demand and new hosts due to the World Cup, alongside a rapid increase in hotel bookings through its platform. The company is actively capitalizing on these travel tre...