Amsterdam frees up more vacant homes: from 1,300 to 1,836 in one year

Mushroom coffee, croissants and organic strawberries: Nanja wakes up pleasantly at the Botermarkt in Haarlem

Food enthusiast Nanja Pol visits the Botermarkt in Haarlem to explore local culinary offerings. During her trip, she focuses on sourcing organic ingredients for a morning breakfast.

Strait of Hormuz just safe enough to let oil prices fall

Oil prices have declined as shipping traffic gradually resumes through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite this improvement, the region remains marked by significant security risks and ongoing uncertainty for the shipping industry.

Just Go Skating connects asylum seekers and Haarlem residents at skatepark this Sunday: ‘On a skateboard, it doesn’t matter where you’re from’

The initiative Just Go Skating is organizing a skateboarding workshop this weekend in Haarlem to foster connections between asylum seekers and local residents. The organizers aim to promote social inclusion by highlighting that sports can bridge cultural backgrounds.

A rich, savory blend of Eastern spices: the Snackspert is a fan of Kwalitaria’s kebab croquette

Cindy closes coffee shop The Harbour, competition becomes too overwhelming

After nine years in business, Cindy Ruitenberg is closing her coffee shop, The Harbour, located in the IJmuiden harbor area. The shop will serve its final customers until 2:00 PM this Saturday.