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Food blogger and reviewer Nathalie Komar writes about her food experiences around the Netherlands and during her travels, with a special love for Asian food.
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10 Indonesian must-try food stops in The Hague

The Hague is also known as ‘the Widow of the Dutch Indies’. After World War II and through the 1960s, hundreds of thousands of Dutch, Dutch-Indonesian and Indonesian-Chinese people amongst others, repatriated to the Netherlands. For many, it was the first time they had ever set foot in the Netherlands.

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Tapas on the 19th floor

Fancy something special for a girls-night-out? On the 19th floor of the INNSiDE Melia Hotel in Amsterdam, there is a sky bar and restaurant that serves unique cocktails and Spanish tapas. Against a backdrop of the Amsterdam Zuidas skyline, you can sip on cocktails and savour on lovely Spanish tapas.

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Cafe Mosa: The New Kid on the Block that's buzzing with flavour!

Cafe Mosa recently opened its doors on the Valkenbosplein in The Hague and the place is already becoming real popular with the locals. With a fresh new interior that combines a contemporary backdrop with old school elements, this cute cafe is a great addition to the neighbourhood. Located between Valkenboskwartier

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Restaurant NENI Amsterdam: a delicious journey through the Eastern Mediterranean kitchen

Set against a stunning backdrop, restaurant NENI Amsterdam serves Eastern Mediterranean food and their concept is all about sharing dishes together. The explosion of their unique flavours beautifully come together in colourful-looking dishes. I visited NENI twice in the past few months, both visits I was celebrating special occasions, a

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Shanghai Papa: classics with a modern touch

I recently discovered Shanghai Papa in Rotterdam and added this gem to my top five favourite Chinese restaurants in the Netherlands. Not only do I love the flavours of their dishes, it's just such a lovely place to hang out, relax and enjoy a meal with friends and

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Dinner by Kelvin Lin – The Maldivian experience

With his Dinner by Kelvin Lin @ Home concept, Chef Lin has continued to provide his patrons with delicious menus every month. This month’s menu is based on Maldivian cuisine; that means a lot of fish and flavours from neighbouring country India. Ah the beautiful Maldives. A group of idyllic

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Easy every day Peking duck recipe

This classic dish is a specialty that originated in Beijing, China but is now enjoyed all over the world. The crispy skin combined with the juicy meat, wrapped in a thin flour pancake filled with cucumber and scallions makes this dish addictive and a favourite on many menus in Chinese

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Soto Ayam Feeds the Soul

Whenever I roast a chicken for dinner, I use the leftovers of the chicken to make Soto Ayam for the next day, or Indonesian chicken soup. It's a family favourite and delicious to eat any day of the year. This Indonesian popular dish can be found all across

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Food that brings joy at Jaimie van Heije

Chef Jaimie van Heije shows his talent through the fresh and complex flavours that are infused in his artfully decorated dishes. Located in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, a charming little village near Amsterdam, his fine dining establishment is worth the drive if you’re from out of town. Upon entering

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Indo Food Tour offers food, family stories and a beautiful city tour

When good people and good food come together, one thing is for certain: food becomes the main topic of conversation. Such was the case at the Indo Food Tours which Helena @eating_habits_nl and I have been organising in The Hague. What started as a joke, ended up as

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La Mian takes Asian street food to the next level

La Mian Asian Street Food Restaurant recently opened its doors in The Hague. Owners Jimmy Yong and Ching Lei Tchi renovated the property on the Nobelstraat and transformed it into a stunning restaurant, combining a modern interior with classic Chinese details. The new restaurant offers dishes inspired by various Asian

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Indo Food Tour The Hague: Saturday 29 August and 12 September 2020

Come join us on the very first and exclusive Indo Food Tour of the Netherlands! Together with six other adventurous foodies, you will join Nathalie Komar (@komareats) and Helena Smit (@eating_habits_NL) and visit the most delicious Indo food spots in The Hague. The Hague and Indo food Why