The book “Flavors of Life” is a collection of inspirational biographies, sharing the stories of 62 entrepreneurs from around the world. Ranging from a famous Swiss drummer to an American ballet dancer to those who grew up during the apartheid in South Africa or in a small village in the mountains of Nepal, they are connected by a common thread: all own a restaurant in Amsterdam. To them their lives are normal – just everyday events and choices – but their experiences are unexpected and fascinating. Read more about what in particular inspired this book.

  • Discover how these diverse individuals landed in the same city, in the same industry, with a shared passion – a love for food

  • Gain an appreciation for the variety of restaurants in Amsterdam, the city of canals

  • Learn how food and the customs surrounding it crosses cultures and unite us

  • Follow their personal journeys and be inspired

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Leidseplein

HosokawaSushi

Hosokawa

Hiromichi Hosokawa (Japan)
Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: Leidseplein | Read more…

LosPilonesKerkstraat

Los Pilones

Juan, Pedro, and Hector Mouneu (Mexico)
Cuisine: Mexican | Read more…

MOMO

MOMO

Yossi Eliyahoo (Israel)
Cuisine: Asian | Read more…

OliveiraFamily

Restaurant Portugalia

The Oliveira Family (Portugal)
Cuisine: Portuguese | Read more…

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