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Cuisine of Leeuwarden for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

Westerkade Leeuwarden Leeuwarden is the capital of the province of Friesland, so in addition to traditional Dutch food, you can also try original Friesian dishes in local restaurants. Such include a variety of snacks, which are traditionally prepared here with classic Edam cheese. All sorts of meat delicacies are widely spread In local culinary, and assorted sausages are offered literally everywhere. The most interesting regional specialty is a special type of soft smoked sausage called "Rookworst", the recipe of which was invented more than a hundred years ago. This Dutch sausage has a rich smoked taste, being very soft and tender at the same time. Many original dishes are prepared here with sausages, which can be added to soups, various vegetable and meat roasts.
The traditional Friesian cuisine can be described as very practical and nourishing. Most of the common dishes were once the everyday food of ordinary locals. Fans of meat delicacies will have the opportunity to taste delicious beef dishes, the most famous of which is “Hachee”. This is how they call beef & onion stew, which is always richly poured with gravy. Meat is usually cooked over low heat for several hours. During cooking, the onion dissolves making the gravy very thick.
The region is also known for its rich cheese-making traditions. After all, cheese is considered one of the main national products. Historic cheese dairies have been working on the outskirts of Leeuwarden to this day. One can fully appreciate the variety of local dairy products strolling around the city markets. Besides cheese, they also produce premium-quality butter. Sandwiches from fresh bread and butter remain one of the locals' favorite snack options. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Leeuwarden boasts many interesting specialty shops, and for the most popular gastronomic specialties, it's worth going to Priuw Friese Streekwinkel store. It sells popular cheeses and meat … Open
Near the city, there are farms where elite breeds of cows are bred, so beef dishes are among the most important components of local gastronomy. In restaurants, you can try juicy beef steaks, in addition to which they always serve a rich vegetable garnish. Fish dishes are also common in local restaurants, including snacks and herring dishes, which are now popular in many regions of the country. Those who want to enjoy more original delicacies should try wild salmon dishes.
Leeuwarden Most Friesian dishes are prepared in a very simple way. The favorite dinner option for many townspeople is pancakes, which may be served with bacon or cheese. The most common fast food option in Leeuwarden is beef sandwiches. You can buy them from the many shopping stalls on the streets.
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One of the most prestigious restaurants in town is Restaurant By Us. Its menu contains popular Dutch, French and international dishes, as well as original fusion style food. Gourmets appreciate the restaurant for its rich selection of seafood and fine wines brought from around the world. The restaurant's price level is quite high, which is offset by the impeccable quality of the dishes and their exquisite decoration.
Achmeatoren Barrevoets is a cozy restaurant recommended to those who prefer a more relaxed atmosphere. It is located on one of the central streets and is designed more like a small cafe. Its menu offers the most popular regional dishes, including hearty beef dishes and original appetizers with the best types of cheese. A wide selection of desserts and hot drinks is also available to guests. In addition, they can enjoy authentic homemade cakes.
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Wannee attracts tourists with its romantic atmosphere, its bright hall is decorated with living plants and flowers. Here you can also taste popular Dutch specialties, enjoy original dishes in French and classic European style. The restaurant is especially popular among vegetarians, as its menu always presents a decent selection of meat-free dishes.
Het water van Leeuwarden Grand Café Restaurant is notable for being housed in a unique historic building. Its hall has preserved many decoration elements of past centuries, including wooden floors and carved walls. It serves the most popular Dutch dishes and especially pleases seafood lovers. They'll have a chance to try original dishes from mussels and rare fish species. Despite its originality, the upscale restaurant keeps on delighting its guests with reasonable prices.
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Michelin-starred restaurants in Leeuwarden
♥   Restaurant 'Eindeloos' Leeuwarden. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'By ús' Leeuwarden. Type - Modern cuisine. 1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Élevé' Leeuwarden. Type - Modern cuisine. 2.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'De Vijf Sinnen' Weidum. Type - Market cuisine. 9.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'de Vrijheid' Grou. Type - Modern cuisine. 11.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Oostergoo' Grou. Type - Classic cuisine. 11.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Het Spijshuys' Boornbergum. Type - Modern cuisine. 20.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'De Herberg van Smallingerland' Rottevalle. Type - Modern cuisine. 20.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Le Petit Bistro' Sneek. Type - Classic French. 21.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Restaurant 'Koriander' Drachten. Type - Modern French. 21.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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