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The international culinary scene is once again opening its doors to the next generation: The World’s 50 Best Restaurants has launched the application phase for the 2026 “50 Best Restaurants Scholarship”. In cooperation with Parmigiano Reggiano, the program is aimed at young chefs who are just starting their careers.

Amsterdam has many sides: loud, lively, touristy. But above all, the city can surprise you. From Michelin-starred restaurants to hidden gems and true classics, we’ve compiled our personal highlights, ranging from fine dining to the humble fries stand.

One Michelin star, a view of Dam Square, and a concept that deliberately thinks outside the box: at Restaurant Bougainville, fine dining becomes a journey of discovery. Genusspunkt was there.

It doesn’t get much more central than this: Hotel The Diamond on Leidseplein combines stylish design with thoughtful details and innovative service. Genusspunkt visited the hotel and experienced a city hotel that reimagines comfort and the guest experience.

A historic estate, a botanical garden, and a kitchen stripped down to the essentials: Flora Batava on the Vecht combines stylish hospitality with culinary precision. Genusspunkt was there.

Every rhetoric coach and presentation specialist insists: “You can cut out ‘actually.’ Just say what you want to say!” That’s true, of course. Because someone who says, “Actually, I think that’s a good thing,” might be thinking, “I like it, but I can’t afford it.”