Amsterdam
in The Netherlands

This charming bookshop on one of Amsterdam's sweetest and most romantic canals is a great place to scoop up non-fiction books. They carry books on a range of subjects from architecture to design and natural history.

Despite the fact that we are always on the go, we are never without a book, stashed away in our bags or tucked into a (roomy) pocket. When we want a little guidance for finding inspiring books or want the best magazines, there’s only one place we ever go: Athenaeum Boekhandel & Niewscentrum. Looking for a paper to enjoy while you have a coffee at Café Droog? There’s a great selection here.

Despite its diminutive size, Amsterdam has everything to offer that a bigger capital would: a great nightlife, fantastic restaurants &, of course, a glittering, impressive department store. London can keep Harrods & let Paris have Galeries Lafayette. Because we have de Bijenkorf. Carve out a few hours to wind your way through the cavernous space & find something that really speaks to you.

The name really says it all, doesn't it? We love this concept store & deli for its well-curated selection treasures - both edible and inedible. Edible Treasures stands for everything artisanal to pimp up both your kitchen and palate! 

Bookworms or culture fiends, Het Leeshuis is a reading house. It's all about giving great books a second life: so bring your books, take some books or exchange some books. 

Wherever we are, wherever we go, we rarely miss an opportunity to check out charming local bookshops. There are many great ones in Amsterdam (Athenaeum, Van Rossum, Scheltema), but the most unique probably has to be Mevrouw Hamersma Kookboekenwinkel. Dedicated entirely to cookbooks, this charming shop is THE spot for budding cooks and master chefs alike.

This specialist shop is one of our go-tos for textiles and adorable accessories for children! Wind your way through De Pijp to peruse their sweet selection of things for the little ones.