While New York, Los Angeles & London are certainly at the forefront of the boutique fitness studio revolution, we hold firm that Amsterdam is catching up quickly. PLTS is a sleek & stylish Pilates studio located in Amsterdam’s Oud West. Don’t be fooled by the chill, calming décor (though we do love feeling like we’re at the spa). The workout is killer. We promise.

During the day, this sleek little spot is the perfect place to pick up a coffee and cinnamon bun, or kanelbullar, to take with you to the Oosterpark. At night, 4850 is transformed into a cosy, romantic restaurant with an excellent wine list. Although you might think you only want three courses, we highly recommend going for the whole shebang, as we’ve yet to have a bad bite here.

It's easy to fly right past Bottleshop on your bike and never notice it’s there. But that, my friend, would be a serious shame. This refined, minimalist wine bar is sleek but still charming and has a fantastic menu of natural wines from around the world. Come by for a great bottle and some inventive small plates.

Founded by a duo of true Amsterdammers, YUSU has become a go-to for Oost’s young, creative crowd, helped by its location near the city’s most-famous fashion academy. Its name comes from the Surinamese word for “serious” - a nod to the team’s roots and the seriously good coffee served here. Beans are sourced from Amsterdam specialty roastery Back to Black, with a private-label blend for both espresso and filter. Alongside the excellent coffee, you can expect ceremonial matcha and house-baked treats like Surinamese pasteitjes, Brazilian pão de queijo and rotating pastry specials. Regular collaborations with local artists and DJ sets keep things moving, making YUSU as much a cultural hangout as the coolest people-watching stop.