It’s June! Do the days fly by or is it just me? Guess its time for a new Insta Round Up. May was an incredibly busy month for Utrecht. Every weekend was jam-packed with events such as; Fonteyn Festival, TREK, Jazz Festival, cultural Sunday and much more. Many new hotspots opened in May, some of them I have visited of course. A few are still on the ‘ to do ‘ list for June. The blog about Zwart Goudis the best read and is noted on the scoreboard. Other new spots are LOOF on the Domplein and LUC in the Center. May was also filled with great meetings, as for example a cosy breakfast session at Cornelis and a delicious lunch at Goesting. Explore Utrecht together with Staatsbosbeheer organises an Instameet at Fort Rhijnauwen and the Science Park. So be on the look out for a large group of Instagrammers that will be exploring these parts of Utrecht. Also, we are on the hunt for Miffy statues during the Miffy Parade. My favorite statue stands in the garden of my neighbors, Grand Hotel Karel V. On the last Friday of the month we were spoiled with gorgeous sunny weather. Perfect for a night on the terrace of Speck on the Ledig Erf. Finally I had a good reason to visit this hotspot. I’m curious what June will bring us, I’m hoping for beautiful summer weather.
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a w a y / What a lovely route and surroundings on your way to Wolvenplein prison. Can’t imagine having to leave it all behind and see nothing but bricks. #exploreutrecht
l o c k / Mysterious Wolvenplein prison. The architecture is beautiful in a creepy way. The iron stairs, doors, gates, hallways all set a perfect scene for a minimalistic exhibition. #OnderControle #exploreutrecht
s u n / sitting on the terrace this afternoon was so nice. Trying out the new restaurant on Domplein: Loofs. Ordered this delicious fish cake and white wine, it was a bit expensive though. #ExploreUtrecht
bff / Miffy and I are tight! @the_new_life_beginning
m o r n i n g / The Oreo brownie was the star of this morning sweet breakfast with my girl @the_new_life_beginning at @tkoffieboontje on the Oudegracht. #exploreutrecht
s w e e t / When I’m at the Twijnstraat, a stop at ijs & zopie is a must. Flavour: Lemoncello & vanillia today. #exploreutrecht
t e a m / Awesome Explore Utrecht team! Very happy with these lovely ladies. Together we rule! Missing @lottevds @sanneportman though. Pic by @elliehoedt
s w e e t s / On a rainy Sunday sweets are a must. Small high tea for one. #exploreutrecht
w o l f / Back to jail for a tour. Excited to find out more about Wolvenplein. #devrijewolf #exploreutrecht
d o m / Getting crowed at Fonteyn Wine a Festival. #exploreutrecht
c h e e r s / Starting the weekend with @christinevandenbrink at the Fonteyn Festival at the Janskerkhof. #exploreutrecht
l a d i e s / Got to meet these fun ladies today. Have a great time at the market! @shakesonwheels & bloei pop up massage. #exploreutrecht
s h a k e / Finally I stopped by @shakesonwheels for a tasty coconut shake. #healthy #exploreutrecht
m e e t / Biking the @staatsbosbeheer Instameet tour from Rhijnauwen to Uithof with @buurtgenietenutrecht. #exploreutrecht #instameet
b u n k e r / Enjoying the view of Front Rhijnhauwen #fromwhereistand on this gorgeous Sunday. #exploreutrecht #instameet
y u m / No need to say more. Lunch: Croque Monsieur with home made ketchup. #lunchlatergram #exploreutrecht
h e a v e n / Perfect spot at @goesting on a gorgeous sunny day. Enjoyed a nice lunch. #exploreutrecht
n e w / Today Luc. opened up its doors at Voor Clarenburg 8. I followed the whole refurbishment of the restaurant on Facebook and I’m very curious to go see this French restaurant in person. Luc. Facebook #exploreutrecht
y a m / Of course you want to know what I ordered at Luc. #latergram of a very tasty Cuban sandwich: melted cheese, polled pork and tomato sauce. Would have been good with some spicy peppers though. But then I love spicy! #exploreutrecht #instatasty
n e w / Zwart Goud on the Kanaalstraat 107 is not only for coffee but also vintage shopping. You will find accessories and seventies furniture. There’s also a cosy corner especially for kids. #exploreutrecht
s t r e e t s / It’s looking brand new on the Mariaplaats. Work is almost done and I must say they did a great job. #exploreutrecht
h e a v e n / @fatpao_ saved me a piece of heaven. #cheesecake
v i n t a g e / Cute corner in the sun at @goedspul. #exploreutrecht
f o o d / Starting the weekend at @festivaltrek at the Griftpark. Such a same the sun isn’t shining but hey it will be a party anyway. Enjoy your weekend peeps! #exploreutrecht
l i g t h s / It’s getting pretty groovy over here at the DJ truck. It’s genius! I want a truck like this when I grow up. #exploreutrecht
s p r i n g / @springutrecht all over the city with different art and theatre projects. #exploreutrecht
c r o w d s / Isn’t this a lovely sight! Busy at Le Bazarre during @springutrecht. #exploreutrecht
s h a r e / We decided to escape the busy crowds at #TREK & New Orleans festival to have some tasty treats and wine @dezwartevosch030.
d e l i o u s / This dish was perfect! So tasty! Tenderloin rolled in bacon with sweet potato purée and parsnip. #exploreutrecht #uitetenutrecht
n e w / Sam Friday shop on the Steenweg. Totally forgot about the new shop. Wasn’t open so we have to do with a pic of the window display. #exploreutrecht #shoputrecht
s o o n / Nespresso experience open on the Oudegracht soon. (Next to H&M) #exploreutrecht #shoputrecht
c h e e r s / Awesome weather and great seats at Speck. Enjoying the evening with @suusst . Now, what to order! Any suggestions?! #exploreutrecht
w i e r d / Ok! So @suusst and I go to a meat and beer place and order fish and wine. Yay! We like to do it differently. #shakeitup #exploreutrecht
z e n / Sharing a picture of one of my favourite spots to workout. Loads you can do here, such as yoga, stretch or use the benches for exercises. I love working out in the morning, especially when everyone is still in bed, almost no one outside besides dog owners and early birds. Enjoying the morning sun and watching the city wake up. This photo is taking from the platform across Hotel Karel V, at the statute ‘grote ster’ by André Ramseyer.
c u t e / Seeing my cute little friend again at the hair salon. So cute and playful, want to take him home.
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