Things to do in Amsterdam, North Holland Province: The Best Classes & Workshops

Indulge a passion for cooking, or unlock a new-found skill. Taste of Okura is our exclusive cooking studio hosting a range of masterclasses, workshops and private events. Inspired by Hotel Okura Amsterdam’s Michelin-starred restaurants, Chef de Cuisine Louise O’Hare guides groups through preparing a menu in the state of the art cookery space. Join a workshop as an individual or small group, or book the studio for a private event and host a hands-on cooking event for friends, family, colleagues or clients. For larger events we offer demonstrations to inform and entertain in the midst of a drinks reception, presentation or networking event. A one of a kind experience sure to delight, Taste of Okura also makes a thoughtful gift for passionate foodies or wine connoisseurs, thanks to the sommelier-led tastings in the adjoining Wine Room.

EatWith is the world’s leading community for authentic food experiences with locals, in 130+ countries. Through dinner parties, supper clubs, cooking classes, and food tours in private homes and special venues, EatWith connects hand-selected local hosts with travelers seeking unique, immersive food experiences.

Paper & Brush offers a variety of creative workshops in Amsterdam, on a weekly basis, which ranges from Realism to Illustration.They include techniques such as watercolor, Ink, and Gouache. Some examples of the workshop you can attend are: - Introduction to watercolor - Watercolor portraits - Animal illustrations - Mixed media illustrations

Natural Skin Care Amsterdam. Come whip up your own body cream and mix your body scrub in our store or attend a workshop using natural and organic ingredients. We use sustainable packaging and offer the possibility to shop your skin care zero waste in our store. Our DIY packages are handmade in a day care by adults with special needs and our ready to use skin care is freshly made in the store.

Your Local Amsterdam experience starts here! Looking for a not-so-regular place to visit and have a unique day or night out with friends, family or colleagues? Come visit our brand-new craft distillery in Amsterdam! At the Spirited Union Distillery Experience, located just outside the city centre of Amsterdam, you’ll be able to get an interactive experience and gain knowledge of the vast world of modern rum, learning about the variety of different botanicals and tastes and how to use them in order to create the perfect rum, cocktail or mixture. We offer workshops ranging from building your own cocktail to distilling your own botanical spirit, all designed to provide you the most unique local experience while your stay in Amsterdam.

Furniture Painting Workshops. Do you want to learn some practical skills while you are traveling or living in your city? Come and join one of the furniture makeover workshops for a hands-on experience and learn the tricks and skills of furniture transformation. I offer a range of workshops for all tastes - from 3 hours to 2 days. Even if you are a tourist you will find here a great experience, a lot of fun and real skills. You can choose the options with or without owning the furniture piece after the workshop.

Hi, I'm David and I live behind Dam Square in the center of Amsterdam in a typical cozy Amsterdam apartment. Both my (Indonesian) mother and my (Dutch) father as well as their parents were born and raised in Indonesia. Growing up in my mother's kitchen I developed a passion for Asian cuisine, in particular Indonesian, Thai and Vietnamese. In my 3-hour cooking workshops, you'll learn about fundamentals, essential ingredients and specific cooking techniques. Looking forward meeting you! David

The House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience (located opposite the Van Gogh Museum) offers a truly interactive experience into the world of cocktails and the exciting bartending culture, as well as a glimpse into the history of the world's oldest distilled brand: Bols Amsterdam 1575. A visit to the House of Bols is a spectacular journey for all your senses in which you learn how to taste a delicious cocktail of your choice. Learn even more about Cocktails, Bols Liqueurs and Genevers and book a Tasting or a (private) event like a Cocktail Party or Cocktail Workshops.

Apart from offering fabulous tastings on a boat through the beautiful historic canals of Amsterdam, we also offer a selection of great cooking classes for all skill levels and private dinners in the chefs own home, too. Nothing beats a tour conducted by a local award-winning professional chef with a broad knowledge of the Amsterdam food scene, the products, and all of the amazing culinary history

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