Alinea: The Gastronomic Experience That Changed My Perspective
We all have moments in our lives that can be considering defining or fundamentally changing, shaping us into the amazing humans we are today. Perhaps it’s getting your degree, persevering and finishing that first marathon, meeting the love of your life or taking your first trip abroad, each changes your perspective and outlook on life. The evening that I opened the door to Alinea was pivotal as my outlook on life and food was forever changed.
Tucked away above a steep, quintessentially Dutch staircase in the heart of Amsterdam is one of the city’s most charming hidden gems: Upstairs Pancakes. Anyone who knows me knows my mild obsession with pancakes, so of course, this restaurant would make the travel itinerary.