Author Archives: Melinda Roos

About Melinda Roos

Runs Laura Kirsten Home Accents and Furniture company, a marketing and distribution company for furniture and home accessories, http://laurakirsten.com. Writes passionately about the human condition at http://melindaroos.com and also writes feature and lifestyle topics for various expat and international websites.

Sandwich Paradise

Posted on November 3, 2010

The popularity of sandwiches rose dramatically during the Industrial Revolution when the working classes made fast, portable and inexpensive food a staple. Overtime, sandwiches have become one of the most versatile meal anyone can have.  Whether you like yours with … Continue reading →

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STET: The English Theatre Productions in The Hague

Posted on September 27, 2010

STET – Stichting The English Theatre – promotes and produces professional English-language theatre for the international community in The Hague and surrounding areas. STET is the brainchild of Elske van Holk who worked for the Southwark Playhouse, a famous studio … Continue reading →

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Prince’s Day (Prinsjesdag)

Posted on September 19, 2010

The third Tuesday of September is Prince’s Day in the Netherlands.  It signals the start of the Dutch parliamentary year and is one of the most important days in the Dutch royal calendar. Schools in The Hague close so the … Continue reading →

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A tree-lined avenue called Lange Voorhout

Posted on August 2, 2010

The Lange Voorhout has always been a favorite haunt in The Hague.  Walking along its tree-lined avenue on early weekend mornings, while everything else is asleep and quiet, is the ultimate food for the soul. There is a charming quality … Continue reading →

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