• Discover Duffy’s Tavern on Anna Maria Island

    Discover Duffy’s Tavern on Anna Maria Island

    Long before Jimmy Buffett composed Cheeseburger in Paradise, the beach, burgers, and cold beer were already a way of life in Florida. Duffy’s Tavern has been proving that point since 1971. Located in Holmes Beach across from City Hall, this converted auto garage has been an Anna Maria Island institution for over five decades and…

  • Explore Amsterdam · Balthazar’s Keuken

    Explore Amsterdam · Balthazar’s Keuken

    It’s true…Good things come in small packages! Balthazar’s Keuken, located in the heart of Jordaan, is no exception. Since 1995 this cozy restaurant with its home-like dining room serves up a quirky three-course menu. The Vibe Enjoy your quirky 3-course meal in a homey and laid back atmosphere. The open kitchen is entertainment in itself.…

  • The Seafood Bar in Amsterdam: Where to Eat Seafood in the City

    The Seafood Bar in Amsterdam: Where to Eat Seafood in the City

    Amsterdam has no shortage of good restaurants, but when you’re looking for seriously fresh seafood in a setting that feels effortless rather than fussy, The Seafood Bar is the answer. With four locations across the city, it has become something of an institution and for good reason. The Background The Seafood Bar was founded by…

  • Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 7 of 9 · Box Sociāāl · Restaurant

    Explore Amsterdam Series · Part 7 of 9 · Box Sociāāl · Restaurant

    Box Sociāāl is an Australian-owned all-day boozy brunch joint. Combining Aussie hospitality with Dutch ingredients, this casual Amsterdam eatery opened in 2018. The Vibe An intimate atmosphere of an accessible gastropub where good food, good fun, and good friends are the key words. Box Sociāāl’s name and vibe derives from the term ‘box social’, a…

  • Explore Amsterdam: Part 6 – Hiding in Plain Sight

    Explore Amsterdam: Part 6 – Hiding in Plain Sight

    Hidden on an unmarked corner at the edge of Amsterdam’s Red Light District, Hiding in Plain Sight feels like a secret crafted just for curious explorers. There’s no flashy sign and almost no online footprint — but once you step inside this jazz-age cocktail bar, the vintage vibes and expert mixology make the search worth…

  • Explore Amsterdam Series · Duck Store

    Explore Amsterdam Series · Duck Store

    Why is there a store dedicated to selling rubber ducks in Amsterdam? Introduction The story goes that the Amsterdam Duck Store was opened after Barbara de Vlam saw how many ducks were selling in her toy shop. Each time she added a different type of duck it would sell. So, in 2015 Barbara literally did…

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