Five Tips on how to become a successful Instagram "influencer" in the Netherlands Here's an almost true story. ;) A man is walking along the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam. He suddenly falls to the ground clutching his chest. A crowd gathers around the fallen man. Someone asks, "Is anyone here a doctor?" The crowd mumbles, then a lady in leopard print pants says, "no, but I'm an … [Read more...] about How To Become a Successful Instagram Influencer in the Netherlands
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Restaurant of the week Frank’s Smokehouse
My Restaurant of the week Frank's Smokehouse Disclaimer: If you're a vegan, look away, as this post contains gratuitous and explicit descriptions of eating meat. I first discovered the food of Frank's Smokehouse many years ago. An American friend of mine in Amsterdam had a thanksgiving party and served turkey he'd ordered from there. Being British, I, of course, I grew up … [Read more...] about Restaurant of the week Frank’s Smokehouse
Fitch & Shui in Amsterdam the Club Sandwich That Shook My Faith in God
Fitch & Shui and the club sandwich from hell I'm not a religious man, but like many ex-Catholics, I still cling on to remnants of my faith. On a busy day in Amsterdam in between meetings, I decided to pop into Fitch & Shui and have a sandwich. Having an appreciation for the classics I decided to order a club sandwich, which looked good on the menu, served with organic … [Read more...] about Fitch & Shui in Amsterdam the Club Sandwich That Shook My Faith in God
Proof of Life in Noord The Butcher Social Club
The Butcher Social Club Amsterdam North. So near, yet so far away. David Bowie sang 'is there life on Mars?'. I had similar thoughts about Amsterdam North. In fact, the Shallow Man hadn't visited that part of the world for some time until on a cold December evening I took a ferry across the IJ to the A'dam Toren, to attend the opening party of the Butcher Social Club. The … [Read more...] about Proof of Life in Noord The Butcher Social Club
Review of Bella Vista Italian Restaurant in Amsterdam
Bella Vista Amsterdam On a cold and rainy saturday evening, I was looking forward to a sumptuous meal in the warm bosom of one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Amsterdam, Bella Vista. Located in the chic Museum District of Amsterdam, not far from het concertgebouw in Amsterdam oud zuid (old south), it's full of chic looking older ladies with identical hairstyles. Blonde … [Read more...] about Review of Bella Vista Italian Restaurant in Amsterdam