Fill Your Belly with Classic Winter Dishes

The streets of Amsterdam are lined with cozy cafés that invite tourists to come in from the cold and warm up with a bowl of soup (Snert is a hearty and filling pea soup served with rye bread), stamppot (mashed potatoes and veggies served with meat), fondue, or a broodje (a.k.a. sandwich).

After your meal is finished, it's time to indulge in some of Amsterdam's best sweets. The most well-known winter dessert, oliebollen, is only offered during this time of year. One of the best winter activities is indulging in these delectable, deep-fried dough balls, which are a beloved and delightful New Year's tradition. These are essentially donuts that have been coated with powdered sugar, and they can be found in the town's oliebollenkramen shops. Appeltaarts (apple pie), Poffertjes (treats that resemble pancakes and are coated in powdered sugar and butter), and Dutch pancakes are also available at this time. You'll feel rejuvenated for a day of sightseeing once you've rinsed it all down with a cup of hot chocolate.