De Plantage is a bright, elegant brasserie beside Artis where great design.

At the Damrak on the daily journey between home and studio, my eye is continually drawn to the emblem that has functioned as a façade ornament on the corner of the Beurs van Berlage for more than a hundred years. In combination with the past function of the building - trade centre - and in relation to the present financial crisis, the timeless maxim gains extra significance: ‘Dis-pe-reert niet’ (‘Do not des-pair’).

Rijksmuseum in all glory but the rather overlooked library is a must.

Good coffees and pastries in a lovely place

Cinecenter is special to me because I used to work here. It is a great place to see all of your favourite movies.