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Lisa E Freedman, My Journal Through Life, is the Home Base & Blog for LF Media Ink, a Boutique PR/Marketing Company specialized in the Arts, Entertainment & Travel Industries. Enjoy!
Stepping off Govert Flinckstraat in Amsterdam’s vibrant De Pijp neighborhood, we experienced something unexpected: the sensation of being transported directly into a cozy Alpine chalet. This wasn’t a trick of the imagination—it was Restaurant Mont Blanc, a Michelin-starred gem that brings the French region of Savoie to the heart of the Netherlands. An Immersive Alpine Experience. The evening came to us in the form of a gift card from my...
Amsterdam’s iconic canals have been the heart of the city for centuries, and exploring them by boat is an essential experience for any visitor. Pure Boats offers a luxurious and eco-friendly alternative to traditional canal tours, combining the timeless charm of Amsterdam’s waterways with modern sustainability practices. The boats themselves are beautiful and immaculate, making the cruise that much more elegant and memorable. What Makes...
Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam’s picturesque Jordaan district, The Pancake Bakery (De Pannenkoekenbakkerij) has been serving authentic Dutch pancakes since 1973. Located in a charming 17th-century canal house warehouse at Prinsengracht 191, this beloved restaurant offers visitors an authentic taste of traditional Dutch cuisine in a cozy, historic setting. What Makes The Pancake Bakery SpecialThe Pancake Bakery stands out among...
The Anne Frank House in Amsterdam stands as one of the world's most powerful historical museums, offering visitors a profound journey into the life of Anne Frank and the harrowing reality of the Holocaust. Located along the picturesque Prinsengracht canal in Amsterdam's historic center, this museum attracts over 1.3 million visitors annually who seek to understand Anne Frank's story and honor her enduring legacy. What Is the Anne Frank House?...
When celebrity chef Ron Blaauw decided to trade in his two Michelin stars for a revolutionary new concept over a decade ago, the Dutch dining scene was turned on its head. The result? Ron Gastrobar, a restaurant that has held a Michelin star since 2014 while maintaining an atmosphere that’s more neighborhood hangout than stuffy fine dining establishment. A New Kind of Michelin ExperienceLocated on Sophialaan in Amsterdam South, just a...
Although we did not have time to explore Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter, this will definitely be on the bucket list with a return trip to the city. Centered around the Jodenbuurt neighborhood in the eastern part of the city center (where the Rembrandt House Museum is also located), Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter offers visitors a profound glimpse into centuries of Jewish life in the Netherlands. This historic area tells stories of vibrant community...
Tucked along the bustling Jodenbreestraat in Amsterdam’s historic Jewish Quarter stands a narrow, three-story house that once belonged to the Netherlands’ most celebrated artist. The Rembrandt House Museum offers visitors something rare: the chance to walk through the actual rooms where an artistic genius lived, worked, and ultimately struggled during the height of the Dutch Golden Age. Rembrandt van Rijn purchased the house in 1639 at the...
Tucked away in Amsterdam’s vibrant culinary landscape, Pompa Restaurant offers diners an experience that balances refinement with approachability. While Amsterdam has long been known for its cozy brown cafés and Indonesian rijsttafel, establishments like Pompa represent the city’s evolution into a more diverse and sophisticated dining destination. The restaurant’s approach centers on seasonal ingredients and thoughtful preparation, a...
When you think of Amsterdam, a few icons immediately come to mind: the canals, the bicycles, the museums—and of course, Heineken. For beer enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, the Heineken Experience offers one of the city’s most engaging attractions, transforming the brand’s original brewery into an interactive journey through 150 years of brewing heritage. More Than Just a Brewery TourLocated in the heart of Amsterdam’s De Pijp...
Situated in the heart of Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter, the Van Gogh Museum stands as one of the world’s most beloved art institutions. Housing the largest collection of works by Vincent Van Gogh, this museum offers visitors an intimate and chronological journey through the troubled genius’s brief but extraordinarily productive artistic career. A Collection Like No OtherThe museum’s permanent collection is staggering in both scope and...