Got here late last night and did some exploring ... And let me get this out of the way now: the red-light district is odd, hilarious and creepy all at the same time. And I, without objection, am following my mother's instructions: window shopping is fine, but don't go in. Not even all that sure about making eye contact as they tap the window, trying to get your attention.
I did see a very attractive young woman in a doorway this morning, but she was fully clothed and without red luminescence -- though she did work for a street marketing firm. Pretty much the same thing, no?
"Coffee house" is the official slang for marijuana cafe, which is fine unless it's morning and one is looking for an actual coffee house with unadultered pastries.
I did find a standard cafe and ordered an Amsterdam classic: banana pancakes. A bit different. See the pic above.
There also was a cat hanging around in the restaurant. Do they serve cats here? As in, provide them with food (To Serve Man is a cookbook!). Found out she (Pluke) lives there. Found out later that many restaurants have cats to help with the mice problem.
Incidentally, considering how much time I've spent in NYC and LA, I'm a little surprised today was the first time anyone tried to sell me coke. I asked if he had Coke Zero. Confused, he walked away.
Today holds in store a walking tour, some sightseeing/tourist destinations (hello, Van Gogh) and just maybe some local pastries. We'll see. Could help with the internet withdrawal.
3 comments:
Hey - thanks for changing the color scheme... much easier on the eyes.
DM
The Bean is always playing "Red Light Stop" is this what he has in mind??????
I personally think the cat had a space cake, and just keeps getting a serious case of the munchies.
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