European Kiosks at Global Village Represent Authentic Sweet Holland

Global Village, the region’s leading Cultural, Shopping and Entertainment family outdoor destination, is hosting more than 160 kiosks, with many representing authentic products, serving fresh snacks and delicacies representing their respective country’s tradition or concept. Featured in the European street are a number of medium sized kiosks. The natural timber designs, replicate the eco-friendly look and feel of the Netherlands and serve a variety of the most traditional Dutch desserts, delicacies and sweets.

Golden Syrup Cookies

Known for the long tradition of preparing the most delicious recipes of cookies, most of the kiosks serve freshly baked specialties. One of the kiosks sells an assortment of Dutch and European candies, toffees and fruit gums.

At the Golden Syrup Cookies kiosk, Michael, is specialized in preparing the secret recipe. “One hour or so before opening the park, we start preparing the dough. Then we start baking some of the cookies and pack them for the customers who prefer to take away. For those who prefer to have it freshly baked, then we do it on the spot so people can enjoy some fresh warm Dutch cookies. Cookies come in three traditional fillings, cheese, Nutella and Jersey toffees”. Said, Michael.    

Holland Sugar Waffles and Mini Pancakes

Traditional mini pancakes and waffles are part of Holland’s culture and the energy booster in the country’s cold weather. According to Tomek, the specialist in charge, it’s not just the recipe, it’s also the concept. “In the Netherlands the concept of our mini pancakes revolves around sharing. In one order, a whole family can share and enjoy the delicacy”.

Most of the ingredients are shipped from Holland to Global Village, so visitors of the park can get to taste the real freshly baked waffles and pancakes. “It needs to be eaten warm especially in this cool evening weather. We have many loyal customers who come from different nationalities, thanks to Dubai’s multi-cultural mix and this entertainment and shopping park which attracts visitors from across the region. I love the atmosphere here and I hope to come back next season so I can once again prepare our waffles with their 500 year-old Dutch heritage”.

Dressings vary from Nutella, white chocolate, cheese, toffee, cinnamon to maple syrup. 

European Coconut Cookies  

Not far away is pastry maker Florentino, whose specialty is the coconut cookies and waffles offering passersby the same sweet feel of Dutch tradition. “Most of my customers are Arabs, maybe because they love the taste of coconut, and they don’t mind trying the waffles I prepare here. Every day, I prepare the dough, place in tray and bake it in front of customers so they can enjoy watching while it’s in the baking and crisp”. Said Florentino.

Holland Candy Store

Sunk deep in colorful candy wraps, the store has the best of the rare to find sweets and Jersey Toffees. Dave, the Dutch national who has travelled 6,000 miles away from home for the first time, to showcase at Global Village, assure that most of his candies are a mix of Dutch and European.

From lollypops to mastic, rose flavored bonbons to popular Dutch fruit gums, the kiosk is the right stop for sweet savvies. “I’m happy to showcase at this lively tourist attraction, since it is the first time for me outside Holland, I got to learn a great deal about the culture of Muslims and Arabs, and my perception has totally changed”, said Dave.

Amid the packs of sweets, a small collection of Delfts Blauw is on display with souvenirs of the windmill jars and “Klompen” (Dutch clogs) key chains. 

Global Village is very proud to be hosting these kiosks that represent the true taste of the Netherlands and bring a uniquely Dutch flavour to the festival.

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