Sinterklaas
Sinterklaas treats in Jan Steen’s 17th century painting
Did you know that the famous Dutch painter Jan Steen already shows 'kruidnoten' (ginger nuts) in one of his paintings from 1668?
The arrival of Sinterklaas
Did you know that this weekend Sinterklaas will arrive in the Netherlands on his steamboat, packed to the rim with gifts?
According to tradition Sinterklaas...
Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of Amsterdam
Did you know that Saint Nicholas is also known as the patron saint of Amsterdam?
Stuff a shoe at night for Sinterklaas
Did you know that when Sinterklaas is in the country, it is customary for kids to stuff a shoe with a drawing for the...
Pepernoten pop up stores
Did you know that Sinterklaas is not due to arrive in the country for a few weeks, all over the Netherlands pepernoten pop up...