Amsterdam Tours And Experiences That Take You To The Foodie Heart Of The City

Amsterdam has some foodie treats that are very much its own – and a visit to the city isn’t complete without sampling at least a few of them. Culture Trip has curated a list of tours and experiences take you to the very belly of the Dutch capital.

To understand what makes a city tick, you have to understand the locals’ taste buds – and some of our favourite tours let you do just that. Sign up for one of the below and you’ll be filling your face with everything from local cheeses and pickled herring to stroopwafels and craft beers in no time.

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Class

Even something as simple as making a stroopwafel has some hidden tricks. For example: fresh vanilla, and using dark brown local beer. Don’t worry, we will teach you! Instead of using milk, we use a dark Dubbel beer, to give it even more flavour. Search more at: stroopwaffle.org. Fun fact: did you know the Dutch have a rich tradition of drinking beer? In around 1700 it was considered healthier (and safer) to drink beer instead then water. While the dough is rising, we’ll present you with a small beer tasting where we will teach you more about Dutch Dubbel beer.

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Tours

Jordaan Food Tour is so much more than meets the eye: it’s a guided walk through the unique cultural and historical sights of the Jordaan neighbourhood and a substantial meal in the form of a dozen delicious Dutch tastings from plenty of authentic foodie stops along the way! You will visit our locals in the very same shops and cafes they’ve been running for generations. (You’ll even experience their uniquely Jordanian sense of humour!) You’ll visit hidden courtyards, wander tiny back streets, and watch the boats drift by on the canals. Our local guides love to tell you their own Amsterdam stories, enhancing your experience while you eat, drink and walk along our canals with friends. Take a break from being a tourist and experience the real Amsterdam with us.

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Activities

With lovely views of one of Amsterdam’s many canals, you will indulge in a delightful 4-course meal of classic Dutch dishes lovingly prepared by our hosts Martine & Olav using their well-preserved family recipes. In an incredibly welcoming atmosphere, you will be able to meet people from around the world, share your stories and gain interesting insights into Dutch culture.Experience highlights:• Chance to discover a local Dutch home• Admire the views of the city’s iconic canals• Feast on an authentic 4-course Dutch meal• Experience the Dutch way of life and share tips in a warm and welcoming atmosphereMenu:• Artisanal Dutch appetisers.• Fresh and homemade soup or salad• Local meat or North Sea fish, with a seasonal stamppot• Dutch dessert

• Drinks & beverages

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