Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
For a portion of bitterballen – cost price 2 euros – you pay 8 euros in the pub: ‘Snacks are where you make your margin’
The style of DJ and herbalist Emmanuelle: ‘Since I was young, it’s been big earrings, a big necklace, a big belt’
Actor Ko Zandvliet's Amsterdam: ‘I’m strongly against rental bikes – if you live here, you should have your own bike’
The wines, the food, the atmosphere, the staff: Weinlokal Stern is one of the best newcomers of 2026 (9)
The first residents of this Amsterdam neighborhood had to adjust: the houses were like ‘palaces’ with running water and sewerage
Artist Peggy Kuiper: ‘When I’m back in Amsterdam, I always think: it’s actually so pleasantly village-like here’
Opinion: ‘Yes, sometimes there is friction, but everyone comes together at football club ASV De Dijk’
Trading Haarlem for the Nieuwmarkt neighborhood: is it wise? 'The children can learn so much here'
Duncan Stutterheim: 'I've never had foreign guests who didn't like Amsterdam'
Qmusic host Marieke Elsinga breaks foot in drone accident
Qmusic presenter Marieke Elsinga broke several metatarsal bones in her foot during the filming of a defense challenge. The radio host sustained the injury while attempting to take cover from a drone.
Hans Klok (57) seeks international breakthrough after tough period, sacrificing everything including his marriage
At age 57, Dutch illusionist Hans Klok is making a renewed effort to achieve international fame, aiming to join the ranks of legendary magicians like Houdini and David Copperfield. Klok is prioritizin...
Holiday drive to the sunny south risks becoming very expensive
The International Energy Agency warns that depleting oil stocks could drive gasoline prices toward 3 euros per liter as the summer holiday season begins. This price surge is expected to make travel si...
Halsema wants to learn lessons from last-minute permit withdrawal for Music On festival
Mayor Femke Halsema is conducting a thorough evaluation following the last-minute cancellation of the Music On festival in Amsterdam due to safety concerns regarding a festival tent. The investigation...
Day of the Castle themed around love
Numerous castles and country houses across the Netherlands are opening to the public during the Whitsun weekend for the annual Day of the Castle. This year's event focuses on the theme of love.
After twenty years, ‘impaled man from Haarlem’ looks back: ‘Enjoy the moment’
Ed Amelung from Haarlem is reflecting on surviving a freak accident twenty years ago where he was impaled by a thick iron bar during a company outing in Loon op Zand. Now 61, Amelung shares his story ...
Brantjes Butcher Shop in Beverwijk celebrates 100th anniversary: ‘The best part is working with top products, the very best is the interaction with customers’
Slagerij Brantjes, a butcher shop located in Beverwijk, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Family members Joyce, Giel, and Gertjan Brantjes reflect on the milestone, with 83-year-old Giel...
Fort Island transformed into art fair for the weekend: 34 barracks full of art
Fort Island IJmuiden is hosting the fifth edition of the Art Island art fair this weekend, showcasing 30 galleries across 34 barracks. For the first time, the event features a Haarlem-based gallery, C...
At Pentecost we still strive for the same feeling, says Richard Kemper: ‘Jesus lives! With a pill’
Richard Kemper discusses the meaning of Pentecost and humorously suggests that only those who know its significance should be entitled to the public holiday. He notes that he researched the topic hims...
Great weekend for fair-weather drivers, but Haarlem has fewer convertibles than a year ago
The Netherlands expects a sunny and record-breaking warm Pentecost weekend due to a heat dome over Europe. Despite these ideal conditions for fair-weather drivers, Haarlem currently has fewer register...
Pedestrian and bicycle tunnel moved into place at Velsertraverse on Sunday; public invited to viewing platforms
A 1,600-ton concrete pedestrian and bicycle tunnel will be moved into its final position under the Velsertraverse in Velsen-Noord this Sunday. Members of the public are invited to observe the installa...
The Script coming to Ziggo Dome in November
The Irish band The Script is scheduled to perform at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on November 28. Ticket sales for the concert will begin next Friday.
Leisurely dining at Amsterdam’s longest table
A Beautiful Mess and Refugee Company are organizing "The Longest Table" event at the Oosterdokskade in Amsterdam on May 27. The initiative aims to set up a 1,000-meter-long table to host 1,500 guests ...
Pot market turns Haarlem green with stalls full of plants and flowers
The Potjesmarkt plant and flower market returned to Haarlem's Raamvest and Raamsingel on Friday evening. The event filled the area with numerous stalls showcasing a vibrant variety of greenery and blo...
The snack bar still offers surprises, even for the Snackspert
Very busy evening rush hour due to Pentecost weekend, reports ANWB
The ANWB reported significant traffic congestion across the Netherlands on Friday afternoon as travelers departed for the Pentecost weekend. At its peak around 4:20 PM, the total length of traffic jam...
First official summer day of 2026 recorded in De Bilt
The first official summer day of 2026 was recorded in De Bilt on Friday, with temperatures reaching 25.0 degrees Celsius. According to Weeronline, this milestone occurred approximately one week later ...
Married At First Sight's Mariska and Peter split: 'Letting go is also love'
Mariska and Peter from the tenth season of the Dutch television show 'Married At First Sight' have announced their separation. The couple shared the news on Instagram, stating that their decision to s...
5 percent of people sweat excessively: this helps according to a dermatologist
About five percent of the population experiences excessive sweating, a condition that becomes particularly challenging during the first tropical days of the year. Dermatologist Mandy Prins explains wh...
Caprera Wine Festival returns: major wine celebration in the Bloemendaal dunes
The Caprera Wine Festival returns to the Bloemendaal dunes this Sunday, May 24th, with warm and sunny weather expected. Organizers anticipate a highly atmospheric event given the favorable forecast.
No trains to and from Haarlem due to power outage
A power outage has halted all train traffic to and from Haarlem on Friday afternoon. The Dutch railway operator NS expects the disruption to last until approximately 6:45 PM.