RAE is not your typical florist. Run by Australian transplant Ariella Hill, this floral studio feels as if it could only exist in a Roald Dahl story or a Tim Burton film. But, lucky for us, it is a real-life brick-and-mortar shop in the heart of Oud-West. There is no bloom to wild or branch too weird for RAE. Tiny bananas. Cerulean petals. Here, anything goes.

Bon Burger in Amsterdam Oud-West arose from the numerous pop-ups and residencies hosted at its sibling wine bar, Bottleshop. Though the extensive wine list prevails at the new location, the small plates and nibbles are subbed for burgers and fries. With a seasonal, monthly special or the usual four-burger rotation, the patties are loaded with sauce, toppings, and stuffed into a homebaked, golden brioche roll or potato bun. The vegetarian option isn't an afterthought, instead a beyond meat pattie is as equally juicy as the beef. On those summery Amsterdam days, the waterside terrace spills over with families and friends, catching the last of the evening rays. No matter the day and no matter the time, its walk-in only, for it is a burger joint above all else. 

The food is solid here, sure, but the reason we really love Petit Péché is the vibe. The space is warm and beautiful, and the staff is not just knowledgable and friendly but also almost obscenely good looking. Pop by when things are just a little too full? Head over to their sister restaurant, Café Beurre, or their tiny wine bar next door, Café a Côté.

After a long stroll through the Vondelpark, we love popping over to Trakteren for a coffee and one of their many delicious cakes. 'Trakteren' means 'to treat' in Dutch. A very fitting name indeed!