No more ‘sorry English please’
Klik hier voor Nederlands I have doubted whether to write this. But after talking with different (international!) friends, I’m going to do it anyway because something has to change. Let me start by saying internationalization is enriching to me: you can learn a lot from people with a different cultural background. Working with a diverse […]
Buying a house on your own and other fairytales
Nederlands I am probably not the only one who wants to buy a house. I’m pretty sure that’s the case, given the competition if you want to schedule a viewing. It is bizarre what you have to earn and what kind of job you have to have to buy a house on your own. Well […]
We all are believers
Nederlands I was never really drawn to Arnol Kox, Eindhoven’s city preacher who died recently. I tolerated him like many; he was just there. But recently, shortly before his death, he said something that touched me: “We all are believers.” Now I can see the atheists jumping up… But he was right as he added: […]
English please …?
Nederlands Exactly those two words I have been hearing a bit too often lately. In my hometown Eindhoven. In the Netherlands. When ordering a coffee on a terrace, when asking for a different size in the store or even when asking for allergy information in the supermarket. Now, don’t get me wrong. I think internationalization […]
Winter activities in Eindhoven: fun when it’s cold
Nederlands After many requests I wrote this article about fun things to do in and around Eindhoven during the cold and/or rainy days coming up. During the nice warm summer weather, most people find a way to enjoy themselves. But the gray months sometimes cause a lack of fantasy for fun activities. Just like in […]
International stores in Eindhoven
The Netherlands is a real melting pot of cultures. Eindhoven is blessed with more than 150 different nationalities: a very diverse city! And with the arrival of all sorts of different cultures, we are also treated to new eating habits. Personally, I always enjoy this most when I’m abroad: discovering typical regional dishes. If enough […]
Culinary hotspots in Eindhoven: the best places for coffee, lunch, dinner and drinks
Liever tips in het Nederlands voor koffiezaakjes, lunchplekken, cafés en restaurants in Eindhoven? After writing my ode to Eindhoven article with free and cheap fun activities in Eindhoven, I got so many kind messages, suggestions, questions and queries for more. I made a list and will be pusblishing more articles the coming time with […]
An ode to Eindhoven: insider tips
Liever tips in het Nederlands? My city, with its nickname Eindje, is much more amazing than people give it credit for. I often hear (international) friends complain about Eindhoven and how boring it is. If you do, I think you’re just looking in the wrong places. Let me give you a list of fun […]