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A seasonal dinner club to
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Every season we host an intimate dinner to taste and celebrate the spices we preach. Look at it this way: a spice salon where there’s room for storytelling, fun flavours and new connections. But it’s also the place where we don’t shy away from deeper questions.
A seasonal dinner club to
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RE
)
discover
spices
Every season we host an intimate dinner to taste and celebrate the spices we preach. Look at it this way: a spice salon where there’s room for storytelling, fun flavours and new connections. But it’s also the place where we don’t shy away from deeper questions.
Fall edition
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First Spice

Community dinner, scrumptious plates & spicy stories
Long tables, an exciting amount of potential friends, communal plates adorned with seasonal vegetables, and a not so shy amount of spice. On the 5th of October the studio in Amsterdam Noord opens her doors to celebrate the start of fall with a dreamy dinner cooked by Sophie Fleur & Nick.

A dinner seasoned with the spices that shaped us, a testament to our "spicehood," a journey from our parents' simple Dutch meals (AVG & stamp) to flavors from faraway lands. This family style meal proofs that even vlaflip kids from the 90s can grow up to have adventurous palates!

Come, have a seat at the Spice First table. Let's learn and celebrate together!
Questions
Where?
Most dinners are held in an industrial photography studio conveniently located in Amsterdam Noord, at the Papaverweg: Palm Studio. But always double-check the location because Spice First can pop up in different places.
How long will the dinner last?
Take the evening off because a Spice First dinner takes around 4 hours, from aperitif to coffee and dessert. Not only will you enjoy several courses of utter deliciousness, but you can also expect spicy stories, new insights, and hopefully a couple of new contacts in your phone.
Can I join if I don't speak Dutch?
Ja, yes, si, oui! Okay, I don’t speak French, Spanish, or Italian, but English is absolutely no problem!
Who is cooking?
Most of the time, Sophie Fleur will be running around with an apron around her waist, cooking up a storm of shared platters. But she also loves to invite guest chefs. One given: it’s always vegetarian, nothing too fussy, and spices are without a doubt the star of the show. Just how we like it!
Can I join one of your dinners with a group of friends?
Absolutely! Our communal table is perfect for making both new and old connections. Just a heads-up: groups larger than four might miss out on the intimate vibe we're creating. So, come ready to mingle.
Do you cater to vegans/different allergies?
We cook the same menu for the whole table – but if you ask nicely upfront (at least a week in advance), maybe we can make an exception. Please send an email and we will discuss the options.
What if I need to leave a bit early?
We won’t spice-nap you and lock the doors, but please be aware you’ve signed up for a gathering, so gather.
What if I need to cancel my reservation?
Canceling your ticket(s) up to 7 days prior to the event is free of charge.
How do I pay for drinks and what's on the menu?
Want to get boozy or stay sober and chic? We have plenty of (homemade) 0.0% options for sale, as well as natural wines and sometimes a cocktail or two. Just bring your card (or phone) and pay your tab when you leave. Fun fact: you’re allowed to bring your own bottle of wine. A corkage fee of €25 will be applied.
Past
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Long tables, an exciting amount of potential friends, communal plates adorned with seasonal vegetables, and a not so shy amount of spice. On the 13th of July Stretch & Fold welcomes chef and writer Sophie Fleur to host a pop-up dinner in our new kitchen. Sophie Fleur will cook with Sicilian fennel seeds, freshly cracked Indian cardamom, saffron and many other fun spices that pair so well with the abundance of summer vegetables! Expect platters moving around the long table, new friends and a bunch of spice stories.  

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Korianderzaad-infused gin, komkommer & vlierbloesemtonic

Vanille-tomatensalade met schapenyoghurtijs & verveine-olie
Gemarineerde aubergine met knoflook en citroen
Geroosterde rode ui gevuld met bietjes en soja-makrutbeurre blanc
Gevlochten bosui met amandelsalsa, kruidnagel en basilicum
Maisbrood met venkelzaad gebakken in vijgenbladeren

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Ravioli met pompoen en geroosterde tomaat, brandnetel-muntharissa, saffraan-misobonen en hazelnoot

Kardemom-kataifi trifle met genmaicha-room, vanillecustard & gepocheerde abrikozen

Peperdiner

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Nog niet zo lang geleden zeilden we de wereld over voor peper. Er werden nieuwe continenten ontdekt (Columbus!) door de handel van deze aromatische en intimiderende balletjes. Begeerlijk en PEPERduur. De Romeinen betaalden hun huur met peper, Farao Ramses de Tweede werd begraven met een stel peperkorrels in zijn neus en zelfs belasting werd ooit in peperkorrels geĂŻnd. Peper was, en Ă­s, de populairste specerij ter wereld.

Alleen wat weet je eigenlijk over peper? Stel, je proeft vandaag je eerste peperkorrel…

Op vrijdag 3 mei zetten we zwarte peper in het zonnetje tijdens een viergangen vega peperdiner en proeverij. We dromen nu al van een romige cacio e pepe met szechuan en witte asperges.  Zetten onze lepels in peperig chocolade-ijs met olijfolie, en kunnen niet wachten om te proosten met een roze peper-ananasmargarita.

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Krokante ravioli, artisjokkencrème en ingemaakte groene peper

Salt 'n white pepper tofu

Mu hong-stijl aubergine met Ingo's brioche, rabarber en panko

Prei met cafe de parisboter

Asperge cacio e pepe met daslookolie

Soezen met lavendel, lange peper en aardbeien

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Het ⁠Zilte Zomerdiner met gastchef Lisa

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Hoe smaakt ons eten over twintig jaar als het zoutgehalte in de bodem blijft stijgen? Lisa Veenstra , kok en dichter, is geĂŻntrigeerd door de verzilting van onze landbouwgrond. Ze kookt met groenten uit de Texelse en Zeeuwse aarde. Denk daarbij aan oesterblad, zilte biet, blaaswier en zeevenkel die ze combineert met specerijen zoals saffraan, kamille en pittige chili.

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Brood van Ex met zilte dip

Tartelette gevuld met amandelcrème, zilte gele biet, sparrentop, zeebanaan & korianderzaad

Citroenige courgette, zomerbonen, gekarameliseerde ui, schorrekruid & mosterdzaad

Paddenstoelen-tortellini in dashi, gerookte aubergine, snijbiet, peper & lamsoor

CrĂŠmeux van vanille en kardemom, abrikozen-compote, crumble, vanille-olie en zeekoolbloemen

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