Posted on 01 August 2008 by joost
Ah, that quintessential footwear of the low countries. The wooden shoe, or as we say, klomp (clog) has been going out of style since the 1500s. Yet it is still worn today, albeit only by provincial folk and tourist entertainers.
Posted on 24 July 2008 by joost
The Dutch and money–it is an irresistible combination. Even fake money is loved by Nederlanders. Even fake money you have to pay for yourself, is loved by Nederlanders. The most popular and widely used kind of fake money from a Nederlander’s own pocket is called zegeltjes or (food) coupons. Saving them is a national sport.