Tag: Netherlands food

According to a 2023 RIVM survey, the average Dutch person eats over 160 grams of vegetables a day, a significant increase from previous years. This article will delve into what does a typical Dutch person eat in a day, exploring the country's famously practical and communal food culture.

With a staggering annual consumption of nearly two kilograms per person, the Netherlands leads the world in eating black licorice, known locally as 'drop'. This extraordinary national passion for the famously polarizing candy, from sweet honey to intense salmiak, is a uniquely Dutch cultural phenomenon.

Did you know that the Dutch famously enjoy chocolate sprinkles, known as *hagelslag*, on buttered bread for breakfast or lunch? The overall diet of Dutch people is surprisingly practical and hearty, built on staples like bread, dairy, and potatoes that reflect a history of pragmatism and trade.