The traditional cuisine of Kerkrade is very simple and devoid of rare delicacies. The local gastronomy is based on fish and other types of seafood, meat, potatoes, dairy products, and cheese. Traditional food is prepared with almost no spices, while cooking methods themselves remain quite simple and fast. Herring is one of the favorite foods among locals. Sandwiches with salted or marinated fish can be tasted literally in every local restaurant or cafe. Small kiosks selling herring sandwiches are among the favorite tourist attractions.
One of the favorite recreation spots among visitors to Kerkrade is GaiaZOO located in the picturesque surroundings of the city. This is one of the most beautiful zoos in the Netherlands, … 
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1. Residents of Kerkrade are good at English, while some of them are also fluent in German. To show your respect for locals, be sure to learn a few simple phrases in their native language. … Open
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The most popular potato dish that can be found in local restaurants is “Stamppot” - a special recipe of mashed potatoes with vegetables. Besides potatoes, the dish may contain carrots, onions, broccoli, and other seasonal vegetables ground into a mash during cooking. Stamppot can be served as the main dish or as a garnish to meat dishes.
For most of its history, modern Kerkrade was part of the historic city of Herzogenrath. South Limburg was a constantly disputed territory between different duchies, and Herzogenrath passed … Open
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Cozy Grand Cafe Jules invites travelers to try some popular regional dishes. It is characterized by moderate prices and a very pleasant casual atmosphere. Most of the visitors to the cafe are local residents. It serves the simplest and most widespread regional specialties: meat stews, croquettes, fresh seasonal vegetable salads, and popular herring dishes. In the same cafe, you can taste the best Dutch beers.
In miniature Kerkrade, there are many attractions and entertainment centers that will be fascinating to visit with children. With the kids it is worth taking a walk around the GaiaZOO. This … Open
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De Posthoorn is especially popular with beer lovers who are offered several dozen of its varieties. Its design is reminiscent of a typical German beer restaurant, its menu contains popular dishes of the Dutch, German and European cuisines. In the warmer months, guests are provided with a spacious terrace with sun umbrellas. This restaurant is a great choice to relax as a large group.
Locals are known for their love for their hometown and historical traditions; they are very hardworking, caring about cleanliness and environment. Just take a walk along the city streets to … Open
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One of the most luxurious restaurants in Kerkrade is Erenstein. Housed in a historic building, it is distinguished by a chic interior in the style of past years. This restaurant serves exquisite French, Dutch and classic European dishes, here you can taste rare seafood, as well as vintage wines brought from various countries. This is the best place to organize a romantic dinner.
