10 things to do

EYES & EARS: OCTOBER 2012
10 things to do this month ...
 
1. Amsterdam’s largest and busiest market: Albert Cuypmarkt | General goods, produce, exotic herbs and spices | Monday - Saturday 9.30 am to 5.00 pm | Albert Cuypstraat/Ferdinand Bolstraat, 1072 LL Amsterdam
 
2. Farmers Market: Marqt | Fresh fish, local cheeses, fresh baked bread, organic fruit and vegetables plus French wines at reasonable prices | Everyday 11.00 am – 5.00 pm except Friday | Overtoom 21-25, 1054 HA Amsterdam +31 20 422 63 11
 
3. Simple lunch: Le Caféiere | Small lunch cafe with great sandwiches and delicious pastries | Everyday from 10.00 am – 6.00 pm except Tuesday | Rozengracht 144, 1016 NJ Amsterdam +31 652 090 508
 
4. Bar & Restaurant: Mercat | Contemporary restaurant and bar, in the heart of the up-and-coming Amsterdam docks area. The inspiration for Mercat comes from traditional indoor Spanish markets, such as the world famous Mercat de La Boqueria in Barcelona | Sunday – Thursday from 9.00 am – 1.00 am Friday – Saturday from 9.00 am – 2.00 am | Oostelijke Handelskade 4, 1019BM Amsterdam +31 20 344 64 24
 
5. Hotspot: The Harbour Club | Great setting and food, a must-do | Cruquiusweg 67, 1019 AT Amsterdam | For reservations: +31 20 767 04 21, e-mail amsterdam@theharbourclub.nl or ask at Reception
 
6. Museum: Stedelijk | The museum is welcoming the public into its newly renovated and expanded facilities | Tuesday – Wednesday 11.00 am – 5.00 pm Thursday 11.00 am – 10.00 pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10.00 am – 6.00 pm | Museumplein 10, 1070 AB Amsterdam +31 20 573 29 11
     
7. New in town: Wash & Coffee | Washing laundry has never been so much fun. Aside from good coffee and yummy teas, a nice selection of salads and snacks are also available | Everyday from 7.30 am – 6.30 pm except Tuesday | Quellijnstraat 90, 1072 XX Amsterdam +31 20 470 36 79
 
8. Event: Amsterdam Dance Event | The festival boasts close to 300 events over five days in 75 venues around the city and features some of the biggest DJ and artist names in the world, as well as a selection of upcoming talent, making Amsterdam one of the best clubbing cities in the world | October 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st | For more information www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl
 
9. Shop: Hout&Nieuw | A varied selection of furniture and accessories. All with a story. Industrial, flea market finds or antiques, but always unique! | Monday 12.00 pm – 6.00 pm Tuesday closed Wednesday 1.30 pm – 6.00 pm Thursday 10.00 am – 6.00 pm Friday 1.30 pm – 6.00 pm Saturday, Sunday 12.00 am – 5.00 pm | Marnixstraat 196, 1016 TJ Amsterdam +31 6 330 852 41
 
10. Buffet: Buffet van Odette | A beautiful selection of soups, salads, pasta, quiches, and breads all using ingredients from carefully selected suppliers. They are particularly proud of their Bocca coffee, which they make with absolute precision | Everyday from 10.00 am – 9.00 pm except Tuesday| Prinsengracht 598, 1017 KS Amsterdam +31 20 423 60 34