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Café Binnen Buiten
The minute there's a sliver of sunshine,
Café Binnen Buiten
(Ruysdaelkade 115; from
11am; 16/24 Albert Cuypstraat)
gets packed. Sure, the food looks good, and the bar is
candlelit and cosy. But what really brings the crowds is the best canalside terrace in
De Pijp, a terrific location for a lazy afternoon.
Orontes
The chef at
Orontes
( 679 62 25;
www.orontes.nl
; Albert Cuypstraat 40; mains €14-19; dinner
Mon-Sat; ; 16/24 Albert Cuypstraat)
imports many of his ingredients from his Turkish
homeland, and authentic flavours are the result. Charcoal-grilled meat, fish and egg-
plant dishes wow in their savoury simplicity. Check out nearby restaurants: Albert
Cuypstraat is ground zero for exotic ethnic fare.
Badcuyp
Combining a local vibe with top-notch international performers,
Badcuyp
(
www.badcuyp.org
;
1e Sweelinckstraat 10; tickets €4-8; Tue-Sun; 4/25 Stadhouderskade)
brings a
shot of far-out energy to the neighbourhood. From free jazz sessions (2.30pm
Sundays) to salsa nights, you can't walk out after an evening here and not feel the
love.
Barça
One of the hottest bars in De Pijp,
Barça
(
www.bar-ca.nl
;
Marie Heinekenplein 30-31; 16/24
Stadhouderskade)
(themed like 'Barcelona in Amsterdam') is the heartbeat of Marie
Heinekenplein. Hang in the posh plush-red and dark-wood interior, or spread out
onto the terrace, glass of sparkling vino in hand.
