S2 E3 - AMSTERDAMMING with Jody van Engelsdorp Gastelaars

My local guide friend, Jody van Engelsdorp Gastellars joins me in this episode to share a bit about Dutch culture, history, and international foodie treats. With a degree in microbiology, Jody has an unlikely background for a tour guide, so I was sure to have her share how she made the bridge from Biology studies at university to leading tours for Rick Steves Europe all around the continent. We discuss King's Day, Amsterdam's biggest festival of the year and since the Netherlands is an expensive country, I grill Jody on some budget tips so we can enjoy the best of Amsterdam's sights, nightlife and activities on a budget. References in the episode:

Neighborhoods

Jordaan - Affordable neighborhood to stay in Amsterdam

Albert Cuyp Market - Authentic daily flea market

De Pijpe  - Amsterdam's up and coming trendy neighborhood

Typical Snacks & Treats

Stroopwaffles - Syrup waffle cookies

Poffertjies - mini pancakes

Febo - coin-operated fast food joint

Haring - Dutch power lunch of raw fish

Dutch cheese

Bitterballen - steamy-hot fried ball of mashed potatoes and ground meat

Top Sights

Anne Frank - annefrank.org/en/

Van Gogh Museum - vangoghmuseum.nl/en

Rijksmuseum - rijksmuseum.nl

Heineken Experience - heineken.com/heineken-experience

Begijnhof - Check out the listing in my guidebook

Links:

@jodyengelsdorp