Every Amsterdam travel guide says it: if there’s one thing that Amsterdam lacks, it is local dishes. Of course there’s the cheeses, from the popular Gouda and Edam to the fantastic but less-known Leyden and Leerdammer (all of which are worth a try); there’s also pancakes, sweet or savoury, which the Dutch master and which you cannot miss on your visit; but these are foods that you can find in other places, too. Nevertheless, although there are no unique Amsterdam foods to seek out, palate-driven travellers booking with Gomio will still have plenty of varied food to enjoy.

Backpackers Amsterdam will surely enjoy the omnipresent Indonesian cuisine. There are plenty of restaurants throughout the city, which offer great inexpensive traditional Indonesian dishes with a Dutch touch. There’s also plenty of Argentinean restaurants around the city centre, which are ideal for meat-lovers although not for those on a very tight budget. And visitors seeking meat-free options should not worry, as the city is a haven for vegetarians, with all restaurants and bars in Amsterdam offering a meat-free option.