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Why Komijnekaas?

“Spiced Gouda” Cheese is a favourite for many people all...

Tea and The Dutch

Tea and The Dutch

With the cooler weather quickly approaching, our thoughts turn to...

Dutch-Canadian Farming

Dutch-Canadian Farming

Here in Grimsby, Ontario, we are excited to be next...

History of Hagelslag

History of Hagelslag

It's one of the most famous cultural-specific breakfasts in the...

Agriculture in The Netherlands

Agriculture in The Netherlands

We all know that The Netherlands is famous for their...

Canada Post Strike May, 2025

Canada Post Strike May, 2025

A new strike action by the workers of Canada Post...

80 Years of Freedom!

80 Years of Freedom!

Monday, May 5, 2025, marks 80 years since Nazi Germany...

Liberation 80

Liberation 80

This May marks the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of...

Keukenhof Gardens

Keukenhof Gardens

Every spring in The Netherlands, there is a stunning display...

DutchShop.ca 2025 Update

DutchShop.ca 2025 Update

It's never been a dull moment.  When we launched the...

Droste Chocolate Retrospective

Droste Chocolate Retrospective

A brief overview of the history of Droste Cocoa.

Trains in the Netherlands

Trains in the Netherlands

As we all know, the Dutch people are incredibly innovative....

Dutch Soup Mixes Perfect For The Winter Season

Dutch Soup Mixes Perfect For The Winter Season

As winter's chill settles over the Netherlands, Dutch kitchens come...

Taai Taai Traditions

Taai Taai Traditions

Dutch Sinterklaas has the most wonderful treats. Perhaps they are...

Dutch Chocolate Letters: A Timeless Holiday Treat

Dutch Chocolate Letters: A Timeless Holiday Treat

For centuries, the Netherlands has been renowned for its exceptional...

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