Amsterdam Eats
A history in dishes
The exhibition Amsterdam Eats! takes you through 750 years of Amsterdam's food culture. Nine iconic dishes, from herring to nasi, show the influence food has had on the city of Amsterdam and its inhabitants. You'll discover where these dishes were eaten, who ate them, and how they contributed to the identity of the city.
Colorful spaces highlight the history of these delicious dishes with (historical) cookbooks and archaeological utensils. The design combines robust typography with hand-drawn illustrations that playfully reference the drawings found in the cookbooks.
Client
Allard Pierson
Term: 11 April 2025 - 7 September 2025
Year: 2025
Location:
Allard Pierson Museum, AmsterdamPhotography: Mike Bink
Flavorful stories
Recipes from past and present are explained by Amsterdam experts and connected to current themes such as migration, health, and the environment.
Food initiatives in the city
Amsterdam is teeming with food initiatives. Visitors can select initiatives that appeal to them on an interactive map and email this selection to themselves.
Growing tablecloth
Visitors can contribute to artist Malou Sumah's tablecloth. By adding their own textile food creation, they help build a rich representation of contemporary Amsterdam's food culture.
