Jordaan Food Tour: Special 10 Year Anniversary Edition

Your Amsterdam food tour takes place in the picturesque Jordaan neighborhood, a renowned culinary hotspot and the perfect place to sample both Dutch classics and international delights. Throughout the tour, you’ll sip jenever while snacking on borrelhapjes at a local brewery, learn how to eat herring the “Amsterdam way,” and indulge in apple pie from the 400-year-old Café Papeneiland.

Your guide will also lead the way to their favorite Indonesian and Suriname restaurants, where you’ll sample flavor-packed dishes from each. Beyond the food, you'll enjoy a guided walk through hidden courtyards and the unique cultural sights of the neighborhood, including the towering Westertoren, ensuring you’ll finish your tour feeling thoroughly introduced to Jordaan’s culinary and cultural highlights.

Jordaan Local Food Tour in Amsterdam Description

Your 3.5-hour tour includes:

• Meetup at Noordermarkt 48

• Walking tour of trendy Jordaan

• Indulge in Dutch gouda, apple pie, bitterballen, and more!

• Try jenever paired with borrelhapjes

• Learn to eat herring the “Amsterdam way!”

• Sample international cuisine from Indonesia and Suriname

• 10 tastings included

• Friendly, English-speaking local guide

• Maximum group size of 12

Welcome to Jordaan!

Your culinary experience begins at Noordermarkt 48, just behind the church and next to the traditional Café Hegeraad. From there, you’ll embark on a delicious journey through the Jordaan, one of Amsterdam’s most charming and historic neighborhoods. Known for its picturesque canals lined with narrow houses, Jordaan is the perfect backdrop to join our friendly local guide and indulge in traditional Dutch cuisine while discovering diverse culinary influences. With tour start times ranging from 10 am to 2 pm, an expert foodie guide to lead the way, and 12 dishes to sample, you're in for a memorable and mouthwatering afternoon in Amsterdam.

Dive into Dutch Classics

No food tour in Amsterdam would be complete without indulging in traditional Dutch food, and today, you'll sample a few of the most-loved. The first is bitterballen, a traditional Dutch snack that's often served in pubs and bars. These deep-fried, breaded balls are typically filled with creamy meat ragout and served with mustard. Another must is to learn how to eat herring "the Amsterdam way," meaning brined and served with chopped onions and pickles.

Those with a sweet tooth will love a stop by the 400-year-old Café Papeneiland to sample its famous apple pie, while cheese lovers may find the world-renowned Dutch gouda their absolute favorite. If you feel yourself filling up, don't worry; between tastings, there's ample time to wander Jordaan's charming streets and encounter the impressive Westertoren.

International Flavors of Amsterdam

Besides traditional Dutch classics, Jordaan is also famous for its Surinamese and Indonesian cuisine–think grilled to perfection satay served with peanut sauce, aromatic nasi goreng, and spice-infused roti. As you sample a few of the many options, your guide will share stories about Amsterdam's historical ties with these countries, ensuring you get a well-rounded introduction to the city's vast food scene.

Dutch Brews and Bites

When you’ve worked up a thirst, your guide will lead the way to a local brewery. Here, you’ll enjoy traditional jenever (also known as Dutch gin) paired with borrelhapjes, classic Dutch pub grub. You’ll also learn about Amsterdam's rich beer history, from its brewing traditions to the pivotal role of the famous Brouwersgracht Canal in the city's beer industry. Not only did the canal's waters serve as a vital ingredient, but its strategic location also facilitated the transportation and trade of beer, making Amsterdam a significant beer hub in Europe. Conclude your unforgettable tour at De Blauwe Pan, located at the charming Westerstraat 200. Here, you can relax and take in the peaceful views of the canals, letting the calm atmosphere gently wrap up your day.

Dietary Restrictions: We're glad to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan guests where possible. Please contact us in advance and we'll do our best to accommodate you. For guest safety, this experience isn't suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients on the tour.

Waiver Requirement: Before departure, you'll sign a short waiver covering dietary needs and liability terms. Your guide will provide it via a QR code at the meeting point.