Monday, October 7, 2024

Amsterdam - To Do 01Oct24 (Church of Our Lady, Speciality Shops, Cuyperspassage, Free Boat Rides, Straat Museum)

Amsterdam - To Do
 Amsterdam - To Eat
 Amsterdam - To Buy

Church Of Our Lady

We were fortunate to catch a worship in session by this talented group of individuals. The acoustics were spot on.
Click here for Church Of Our Lady
You maybe interested in Frens Haringhandel Catholic Church (AMS) featuring Neo Gothic Architecture. The Bascilica of Saint Nicholas (AMS) The basilica a prominent Roman Catholic in Amsterdam is named after Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors and the city of Amsterdam.
Click here for Church Of Our Lady

Specialty Shops (Unique shops of AMS)
The Otherist
(Framed insects, taxidermy and more)
Discover our uniquely curious collection of framed butterflies, insect specimens, fine jewelry, taxidermy, gifts and more.
Like these kinda stuff, you maybe interested in the Evolution Store in NYC. That place brings these oddities and stuff to an entirely different level.

A cool museum to check out with preserved animals is the Grant Museum of Zoology in London.
You may also want to checkout Bodyworld located in Amsterdam.
Click here for ABBA location of The Otherist
 
De Posthumus winkel
(Fancy stationary store. Wax seals, stamps and more)
This store holds a piece of Amsterdam's history as it dates back to 1865. De Posthumus winkel is all about stationery, rubber stamps, wax seals and pens. Great for gifting and writing cards for those who still do partake and appreciate this art-form.

De Pindakaaswinkel
(Artisanal, pure peanut butter)
A fan of peanut butter? Hand made artisanal peanut butter with over 10 varieties of peanut butter beloved by locals. You get to sample and try out really full on rich and creamy peanut butters. (Located just across from the stationary store.)
Click here for ABBA location of De Pindakaaswinkel
 
Gastronomie Nostalgie
(Antiques for silver ware and dining)
Antique shop specializing in cutlery. Get a show piece with story and history behind it. Silver plated pieces and show pieces to be taken out during celebrations.  
*Cool set at about 200Euros featuring a hunter's carving set.*
 
Cuyperspassage
(A famous and artful connective passage)
The Cuyperspassage is a pedestrian and cyclist tunnel in Amsterdam featuring a striking Delft Blue tile mural by Irma Boom, designed by Benthem Crouwel Architects, and named after Pierre Cuypers, blending functionality with art and history.
Click here for ABBA location of Cuyperspassage

Go for free boat rides
The boats come and go at regular intervals and allow for bicycles to be transported on as well. This really expands your cycling options and if traveling further to explore more of Amsterdam. The count down timer is precision with offload and on-loading done quickly. Best of all, these are all a FREE Service.

Depending on which line you take, there's some pretty nice architecture along the way to enjoy.
Straat Museum
(You need to take the free boats across the river to get here.)
The Straat Museum in Amsterdam is a street art museum located in a former warehouse. It showcases large-scale murals and graffiti from international artists, highlighting the creativity, culture, and political messages of street art.
This was by far the best expereince for this trip. Sure the entry maybe a little steep but it delivered on modern, high quality art and offered emotive and interactive opportunities.
There are Many photographic opportunities, loads of meaningful and interactive art which was thoroughly enjoyed. The range is varied and with the free on-site wifi, it allows for a free self-guided audio tour which further enhances the experience. Well worth it and a must! The warehouse adds to the entire viewing experience. Great for 2-2.5hrs.
Another great museum which was a great surprise given the entry price was MOMA in NYC. Click here for more (Highly recommended if having to choose). Loads of iconic pieces seen through the ages all in one location. One of the many many amazing museums which NYC has to offer. 
ABBATip:
- If find the entry a little steep, there's still lots of free art found outside around the area. 
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Amsterdam - To Eat 01Oct24 (Pancakes Amsterdam Westermarkt, Midtown Grill, Winkel 43)

Amsterdam - To Do
 Amsterdam - To Eat
 Amsterdam - To Buy

Pancakes Amsterdam Westermarkt
 Finally getting a chance to try this famous Pancake joint.
Ordered On:
01Oct24
x1 Latte x1 Hot Choc
X1 smoke salmon pancake
Fed2 €28.30
*Nice setting with decent coffee. The Pancakes have a almost Thosai like texture and consistency. Its light, airy and went very well with the thin layer of cheese and toppings. Would recommend to share a single order.*
Food 3.5/5
Service 3.5/5
Ambience 3.5/5
Value 3.5/5
Another option on the list. Great for sharing and if looking for a Thosai like texture and hints of sourdough flavor you can hit Pancakes Amsterdam up.

Also it is located right beside Anne Frank's House. Click here for full write up.
You might also be interested in another very, very popular Pancake joint just up the street. They have a huge variety with some unique savory options as well.. The Pancake Bakery. Fills up pretty quick even as early as 9am.
 
Midtown Grill


Ordered On:
01Oct24
*Nice complimentary warm bread served with a nice soft butter and really nice olive oil.*
Buffalo Burrata Salad €22

Dry Aged Ribeye €52
Dry Aged NZ Sirloin €49
*An interesting side. Its really soft but would have been way better if it were warm. Interesting concept, but could have been executed better like how they do it at Stinking Rose (SFO).*
Bday Cake €8
Disc 20% for crew
Total €104.80 Fed2
Fed2
Food 3.5/5
Service 3.5/5
Ambience 3.5/5
Value 3/5
With the crew discount of 20% makes it sort-of worth it. Though its dry-aged, it unfortunately did not pack the deeper flavors often associated with dry-aged. If not for the discount it would have been a larger sore point. We ordered Sirloin which probably due to the aging process, lost most of its fat-cap.

My probable choices next time would still be the rib-eye of any variety and the Picanha with choice of chimichurri and red-wine sauce would be best.
Fairly nice dining experience and of so-so value.

Winkel 43
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Touted to serve up the best Apple Pies in Amsterdam.
Ordered On:
02Oct24

Fed 2
Food 3.5/5
Service 3.5/5
Ambience 3/5
*The ambience is a little dim and not very picturesque.*
Value 4/5
This place serves up largely coffees and toasties. Great for a light morning breakfast without breaking the bank. Toasties were about 4-9Euros in range prices.

Did the Apple Pie deliver?  It did in a different way. Its not like a conventional American Apple Pie. The crust was light and filled filling with loads of apple. The cream worked beautifully with the pie. Pretty good and great for sharing. Would have been better it were served warm. *Note that the apple pie isn't on the menu but they have it.*
Click here for ABBA location of Winkel 43
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