The Kaaskamer
De Kaaskamer is a paradise for any cheese lover or visitor to Amsterdam. In this small and unique store situated in the 9 straatjes (9 streets), they are always searching for the best cheeses, from here in Holland and from the rest of Europe. Cheeses are selected based on flavour, craftsmanship and tradition.
The shop not only offers 300-400 different cheeses, but also home made salad dressings, salamis from around Europe and an array of different olives.
Cheeses are also available via their webshop, so you can order in the comfort of your own home. However, there is nothing like tasting the cheese for yourself. Visit their shop where they will be happy to vacuum pack cheese for you take take home and enjoy.
For more information please visit De Kaaskamer.
Wijnkoperij De Gouden Ton (Wine shop)
In November, it will be 22 years since Fonger Kranenburg opened his beautiful shop on the Willemsparkweg 158. Being a former butchery, the shop retains many original features, such as hooks in the ceiling and the characteristic office. The cellar has also been incorporated into the shop; designed as a tasting room housing a superb selection of fine wines. In April 2013, De Gouden Ton opened a beautiful wine shop in the Oude Dorp (Old Town) of Amstelveen.
Wijnkoperij De Gouden Ton prides itself on the wide selection of wines across all price ranges. Quality is the most the most important factor. Wines range from classic, well known labels, to tiny local discoveries. One of the most important conditions is that wines are produced with respect for nature. Magnificent Riedel crystal glasses and carafes complete the selection on offer. In the Amsterdam store, one will also find a specialized distilled range, including whiskeys, rums and gin.
Furthermore, their professional staff are always available to help customers with advice on the prefect wine choice.
Special events are regularly organised in both stores. For example, 'open bottle evenings', tastings and wine makers dinners. Visit the website of Wijnkoperij De Gouden Ton and the Facebook page to keep up-to-date.
For more information please visit Wijnkoperij De Gouden Ton
Pompon, dahlia's in season
Pompon is our favourite Amsterdam flower shop. They are our preferred supplier for floral decorations used at our dinners, parties and weddings.
For more information, visit PomPon.
Toms
'One for One'
In 2008, American traveler Blake Mycoskie befriended children in a village in Argentina and found they had no shoes to protect their feet. Wanting to help, he created TOMS, a company that would match every pair of shoes purchased with a pair of new shoes given to a child in need. One for One.
The company has since expanded into eyeware and coffee. With every pair purchased, Toms will help give sight to a person in need. With every pack of coffee purchased, TOMS will give one week of clean water to a person in need.
The company recently opened a store in Amsterdam. We're all about giving back and helping those in need. Go in an show your support. Not only will you be treating yourself, but you'll be helping someone in the process, One for One.
For more information please visit TOMS.
Opening Le Creuset
On Tuesday 16th September, we catered the official opening of our partner, Le Creuset's, first branded store in Holland. Press and food bloggers were invited to attend, along with guest of honor, Alain Caron, who also unveiled a new range of pots that will be available from November.
In honour of Le Creuset's French heritage, we decided to serve food with a French flavour. To start, we served Gougeres and toasts with wild mushrooms and Reblochon cheese. For mains we made Boeuf Bourguignon in small Le Creuset pots and to finish, a classic tarte au citron.
You can find the store on the Heiligeweg in Amsterdam.
For more information, please visit Le Creuset.
Caulils
Caulils delicatessen & catering is the place in Amsterdam for the conscience connoisseur.
They stand for pure, refined and responsible ingredients.
All their products have been selected with passion and care, with a sincere love for food. They sell fantastic raw-milk cheeses, various meats, unique wines and many other desirable ingredients.
They also offer a catering service ranging from breakfast and high tea to dinners and parties.
For more information please visit Caulils.
Ibericus
If you are looking for authentic Spanish hams and delicacies, you need look no further.
Ibericus imports whole hams, chorizo sausages and more from the world famous Iberico pig, otherwise known as Pata Negra.
All hams are sliced from the whole leg to take away or enjoy as a sandwich in the shop. There is also a variety of Spanish cheeses and tapas on offer.
For more information please visit Ibericus.
Bakery Paul Annee
Bakery Paul Annee bakes traditional wholemeal bread in the Artisan way.
The grain used in the flour has been grown without fertilizers and chemicals.
At the mill, the grain is ground slowly between the millstones into flour. As a result, the flour retains the essential nutrients.
The bread is created from a sourdough base and expertly baked by master bakers. They also supply health food shops, hotels and caterers with their bread.
In the shop you'll also find muesli, teas, juices and organic honey.
For more information please visit bakkerijpaulannee
Marqt
Marqt opened the doors of it's first store in Amsterdam in 2008. Since then, it has opened a further 5 stores in the city and even expanded into other major Dutch cities.
Marqt lives by a few principles which we also strongly believe in. They are:
- respect for nature, animals and people
- a preference for local cultivation and origin
- produced with passion and responsibility
- a fair price for producers that encourages stable production
- food that remains close to its source, thus no additional additives or unnecessary processes
The stores encourage consumers to be more aware of what they purchase and what they eat. A big part of the produce is organic and walking through the stores, where everything is so neatly displayed, one cannot help being drawn into a world of food.
For more information please visit Marqt
Pepper mango
Pepper Mango covers all seasons. Whether it's a boiling hot day (or any other day for that matter) and you're looking for some relief and indulgence with a scoop of their superb homemade ice cream or whether it's cooler and you spoil yourself with delicious coffee from Amsterdam coffee brand Bocca.
And if that wasn't enough, you have to try the chocolate truffles and pralines made with single estate cocoa and available in a variety of flavours such as yuzu, fragola and caramel. If this isn't enough to tempt you in to visiting......... You'll find them on the Rozengracht in the centre of Amsterdam.
For more information please visit Peppermango