The Braise Brothers have opened a new restaurant on Amsterdam's Kinkerstraat, offering unique Southern European dishes that were previously rare in the city. The founders report that the local response to their unconventional menu has been overwhelmingly positive since their summer launch.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
A group of Amsterdam men is countering societal pressure that discourages emotional expression by using media, music, and support groups to promote vulnerability. They encourage others to share their feelings and seek therapy if needed to avoid the isolation associated with traditional masculine norms.
Photographer Clementine van der Bent explores the importance of resting during winter in her exhibition Murmurs under the Skin at Atelier K84 in Amsterdam. Drawing on ancient Celtic traditions, the work encourages viewers to reject modern productivity pressures and reconnect with natural seasonal cycles.
The Dutch department store chain de Bijenkorf is replacing its traditional climbing rope figures, a fixture since 1963, with teddy bears this holiday season. The change affects four store locations, including Amsterdam, where the bears will now serve as helpers to Saint Nicholas.
Het Parool is inviting readers to submit their photographs of the mist in Amsterdam for potential publication. The newspaper is also accepting reports from citizens regarding significant local incidents such as fires or explosions.
Amsterdam writer Bert Hiddema has died at the age of 84, leaving behind a diverse literary legacy. He was best known for his popular biographies on cultural icons such as Johan Cruijff, Andre Hazes, and Johnny Jordaan.
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