At our local farmer’s market recently I got a batch of pears. The farmer told me to poach...
A sailing trip to Marken
Marken is a quaint little village north of Amsterdam, famous for its traditional wooden houses and historical significance...
Recipe: Chioggia beet salad with quinoa and blue cheese
Every once in a while I go to the farmer’s market to get some Chioggia beets. These striped...
Two nights in Kurokawa Onsen
One of the highlights of our Kyushu trip (fall last year: it took me a while to get...
A summer night on Pampus
Pampus is a UNESCO World Heritage site close to Amsterdam. Part of the former defense line of Amsterdam,...
Visiting the windmills at Zaanse Schans
Many tourists visiting The Netherlands would like to see at least one of our typical Dutch windmills (windmolen)...
Raising a kitten – lists and tips
Raising a kitten is a source of great joy, but perhaps not as straightforward as one might think....
Kitten care: preparations – lists and tips
We are beaming with delight about the new addition to our little family: kitten Kamikaze, Kami for short....
De Ceuvel: hippie haven in Amsterdam-Noord
My favorite place to chill in Amsterdam is De Ceuvel, a hippie haven in Noord. It is cosy...
Highlights of a city trip to Stockholm
Stockholm is a perfect destination for a city trip in summer. The days are long, people are relaxed...
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