Journal & Kitchen Stories
Recipes, Dutch traditions, and behind-the-scenes stories from Umi's kitchen.
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5 Min ReadDutch Sweets Gift Box in Thailand: What to Include and Where to Order
A Dutch sweets gift box in Thailand is a simple way to send something warm, unusual, and easy to share. It works for birthdays, thank-you gifts, office treats, house visits, and for Dutch friends who...
5 Min ReadDutch Liquorice in Thailand: A Beginner’s Guide to Sweet, Salty and Sugar-Free Drop
If you are looking for Dutch liquorice in Thailand, the first thing to know is that there is no single “standard” Dutch liquorice. In the Netherlands we call it drop, and it can be soft or firm, sweet...
4 Min Read6 Dutch Snacks and Treats to Try in Thailand
If you are searching for Dutch snacks in Thailand, start with stroopwafels, Dutch liquorice, peppermint, chocolate, marzipan, and advocaat. Together they give you a good taste of Dutch sweet tradition...
4 Min ReadHow to Eat a Stroopwafel: The Dutch Coffee Cup Ritual
How do you eat a stroopwafel? You can enjoy it straight from the pack, but the most comforting way is to rest it on top of a hot cup of coffee or tea for one or two minutes. The steam gently warms the...
3 Min ReadWhere to Buy Fresh Stroopwafels in Thailand: A Local Baker’s Guide
Where can you buy stroopwafels in Thailand? The short answer is that you have three main choices: imported packs from supermarkets and online marketplaces, local café suppliers, or a small bakery in T...
3 Min ReadWho Invented the Stroopwafel? A Short History from Gouda to Thailand
Whenever someone asks me who invented the stroopwafel, I always smile. It sounds like a simple question, but the answer comes with a little Dutch mystery.