The Netherlands isn’t exactly known for its world-class cuisine, but I was surprised by the number of delicious things to eat there. In a nutshell, quintessential Dutch food is a lot of snacks and pastries, much to my delight.

Stroopwafels are the most famous Dutch snack. Think of them as dense cookies – really thin and baked with a caramel type syrup. They’re seriously addictive. Other must eats include frites (french fries), appeltaart (apple pie), pancakes (more like crepes), bitterballen (delicious deep fried meatballs) and more. Don’t miss a taste of some of the famous Gouda cheese, either! 

Check out my foodie post for where to eat some of the best Dutch snacks. If you’d like to get a true taste of the food scene in The Netherlands, be sure to check out one of many amazing food tours here!