Private Amsterdam Food Tour & Dutch Pancake Class with a Local

Fusina is the best host!

Fusina is a true gem of a person! She met us promptly at our meeting time, and showed us such genuine hospitality throughout the tour. She knew everyone at the farmers market and her hosting space is cozy. Fusina is highly knowledgable about her country's history and the food grown/dishes served. This was my favorite tour in Amsterdam.

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It’s about so much more than a meal

We enjoyed a delightful evening with Fusina. She welcomed us into her lovely home with a beautiful view over the Amstel canal. She was engaging, well travelled, and shared information about Amsterdam, and changes in the area over the years. Fusina is a very interesting person! She is well connected in the local food culture, fresh food markets, sourcing of local products and seasonality. Beyond the welcomed conversation, she shared a traditional Dutch meal with Dutch wine. We also shared in making a danish pancake, including flipping it (and no we didn’t drop it)! The experience was about more than a meal, it was wonderful to escape the tourist feel of Amsterdam, and step into a locals home and engage about the area and much more.

Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that your time with Fusina felt like so much more than just a meal — that’s exactly the kind of authentic, local connection we aim to create. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us and to Fusina. It sounds like your review may be for Fusina’s other experience, but we're so grateful nonetheless. This particular food tour now includes a pancake-making class as well, and we’re delighted you had such a memorable time!

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Rushed experience, little information given and definitely not worth almost €100 each.

While the guide wasn’t rude, I wouldn’t say she was fun either. We didn’t start our tour until 2:15 and it ended at 3:50, so it was about an hour and a half, not 2-3hrs as listed. The tour felt very rushed and we didn’t really hear a lot about the history or anything past a few comments on what the foods were that we tried. I wish we’d saved our money and just gone to the market ourselves. The food was mostly shared and couldn’t have cost more that €20 each, meaning we paid €70 each to be rushed around for an hour and a half. Don’t do it.

Response from the operator: Hi Jenn, Thank you for sharing your feedback. I'm truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We take reviews very seriously and contacted Fusina to understand what happened and why you didn't receive the experience that was expected. After speaking with Fusina, our host in Amsterdam, I wanted to share a bit of context. Fusina mentioned that she was unaware you had arrived, as she later discovered you were waiting across the street and had not rung the doorbell. She routinely checks outside about 10–15 minutes before the experience begins to welcome guests, and regrets that this miscommunication led to a delay in starting the tour. Regarding the tastings, Fusina typically offers guests the option to have individual portions or to share, since the tour includes six different treats—often more than enough for most guests. She’s sorry if that wasn’t clearly communicated and will be sure to clarify it more going forward. Fusina also recalled having conversations with you during the market walk, sharing insights into Dutch food, shopping habits, and her personal cooking experiences, while doing her best to engage both you and your partner. We are sorry that this didn’t come across in the way she intended. As a result of your feedback and a continued desire to provide truly memorable, cultural experiences, Fusina has added a Dutch pancake-making class in her home at the end of the food tour. This addition allows guests to enjoy a satisfying, hands-on culinary activity in her charming canal house, and ensures that everyone leaves feeling full and connected to Dutch culture in an authentic way. We’re always looking to improve, and I truly appreciate you taking the time to help us do so. Please don’t hesitate to reach out (reservations@travelingspoon.com) if you’d like to discuss further.

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A lovely afternoon in Amsterdam

Our host, Fusina, was warm and generous with her time and her knowledge of food and The Netherlands! It was a sunny, warm day and we strolled through town and the market and Fusina told us about Amsterdam’s food, history and culture. The food was delicious and I even enjoyed pickled herring! We had a very nice time.

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Great tour and host

Fusina is a fantastic guide, really friendly and welcoming. I particularly loved the fish, but all of the food was delicious!

Response from the operator: Dear Lindsay, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so glad that Fusina was able to host you on this Amsterdam food tour and that you enjoyed it so much. We look forward to serving you again soon on your future travels!

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