Shop & Taste Along the Amstel

Food lovers follow the Amstel for a day of culinary shopping. Here you’ll find the Amstelzijde with atmospheric restaurants and sunny terraces by the water. But beyond this culinary strip, there is plenty more to discover: along the river you’ll find surprising shops, cozy cafés, and hidden gems for a wonderful day out.

This is truly for the wine lovers. You can stock up your wine rack or cellar at De Wijnschuur, a wine specialist shop in the middle of the green area of Bovenkerkerpolder. The barn is stocked with some 900 wines from around the world, many of which are purchased directly from the winegrower. Afterwards, restaurant SAAM, a 15-minute bike ride away, is definitely a place to enjoy. This restaurant combines Dutch and South African gastronomy and shares a passion for wine as well.

The Pluktuin can fulfil all your needs if you want to go find flowers, houseplants or a special bouquet. Some of the flowers and plants are derived from their own garden, which is very picturesquely situated on the banks of the Amstel river. Make sure to go there on an empty stomach, because the Pluktuin is also a great place for delicacies. Indulge in Spanish tapas, a lunch of homemade soup or a High Tea with savoury and sweet snacks.

When shopping for Amstelveen delicacies, Potje Toe is definitely worth the detour. The Amstelland-area shop specialises in delicious products made from fruit and vegetables from its own garden. These range from chutneys and syrups to stewing pears and a variety of jams. Give yourself a treat afterwards at IJsje aan de Amstel. Here they offer the best treats with iced coffees, milkshakes and artisanal ice cream in countless flavours.