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SUMMARY:Join us for the exhibition 'Made in China'
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the exhibition ‘Made in China’ on 23 January. Especially for VNC members\, the curator of the exhibition Willemijn van Noord will take us through this special exhibition that shows the manufacturing industry of China through the centuries. Fascinating techniques\, materials and enormous creativity inspires\, but also tells the dark sides of the factory of the world. Sign up quickly because there are only a maximum of 15 places available.    \nRead more about this special exhibition here: https://www.vnc-china.nl/een-boeiende-reis-door-de-maakwereld-van-china-vroeger-en-nu/ \nThis event is free (excluding museum admission) and only for members. If you are not a member yet\, sign up now and go to almost all VNC events for free and read all ChinaNU+ articles: https://www.vnc-china.nl/lidmaatschap-vnc/  \nAfterwards you can participate in the VNC Eetclub. This time we taste the Northeast cuisine at restaurant Northeast Kitchen in Amsterdam. See more information here .   \nPlease register no later than January 21 using the form below:
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/join-us-for-the-exhibition-made-in-china/
LOCATION:wereldmuseum\, Linaeusstraat 2\, Amsterdam
CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event
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SUMMARY:VNC China Eetclub January 23 in Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:Discover the rich and authentic flavors of Chinese cuisine at the VNC China Dining Club! Join a special culinary journey and explore traditional dishes from different regions of China\, from the refined Cantonese cuisine to the spicy and flavorful Sichuan dishes. Each gathering offers not only a delicious meal\, but also a unique opportunity to learn more about the dishes themselves. During dinner\, you will receive detailed explanations about the ingredients\, preparation methods and cultural background of each dish\, so that you not only enjoy the food\, but also the story behind it.    \nYou can count on a convivial meal at round tables\, where the selected dishes are served with explanations and you will discover the secrets of Chinese culinary traditions together with other gourmets. \nExplore changing restaurants in major cities such as Amsterdam\, The Hague and Rotterdam\, and let yourself be pampered with surprising flavors! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of Chinese cuisine\, discover new flavors\, and learn more about the rich Chinese culture. Sign up quickly for an evening full of discoveries\, conviviality and taste!   \n \nIn this episode of the VNC China Eetclub\, we explore Northeastern cuisine. \nVNC China Eetclub 6\nFriday the 23rd of january 2026 from 18:00 to 21:00 \nRestaurant NorthEast Kitchen\nFerdinand Bolstraat 26 H\, Amsterdam \n(accessible by metro 52\, tram 1\, 14) \nA recent discovery by your host OEY Then Ping is the restaurant ‘Northeast Kitchen’ in Amsterdam. As the name indicates\, they serve dishes from the northeast of China\, a large and not well defined area. With the dishes of the ‘Lu-cuisine’ (Shandong province) as a basis\, supplemented with influences from Beijing and the northern provinces (Heilongjiang\, Jilin and Liaoning). In addition\, there are also influences from Russian\, Mongolian and Korean cuisines.    \nThe flavors are somewhat stronger than those of southern Chinese cuisines\, but the variety of flavors and smells is rich and varied. We are going to enjoy new flavors of the dishes such as ‘Chicken with wild mushrooms’\, ‘Guobarou (slices of pork fried in a layer of flour)’\, eggplant\, sweet potatoes\, and ‘stewed fish with doufu and pancake’. With these and other dishes we will start our introduction to the cuisine of the Northeast of China.   \nThe habit of bringing and discussing some cultural objects will continue Mr. OEY Toen Ping in 2026. This time traditional New Year’s prints   \nMaximum: 15 participants \n \nPrices: \n€36 for VNC members\n\n€44 for non-members\n\nPrior to the VNC Eetclub\, you can also take part in an exclusive tour of the Made in China exhibition in Wereldmuseum Amsterdam. See more information here .  \nYou can register for the VNC Eetclub here. Welcome!
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/vnc-china-eetclub-january-23-in-amsterdam/
LOCATION:restaurant NorthEast Kitchen\, Ferdinand Bolstraat 26 H\, Amsterdam\, 1014BA\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260125T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260119T201751Z
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SUMMARY:Story series: Chinese diaspora in NL and VNC New Year's drink
DESCRIPTION:Story series: Chinese diaspora in NL and VNC New Year’s drink\nSunday 25 Jan 2026 @ Verhalenhuis Belvedère\, Rechthuislaan 1\, 3072 LB Rotterdam \n																														 \nThe Chinese diaspora in the Netherlands has a history of more than a century. This history is little known to many Dutch people. There have been several waves of migration of Chinese over the years. These migrants of the different waves show no visible difference in appearance\, but all have their own history and motivation.In this meeting we invite a few Famous Chinese Dutch (BCNers) who tell their story about their life in the Netherlands. Lecture will be held in Dutch and English.     \nAfterwards\, VNC will hold a New Year’s drink together with InBetweeners. Sign up on time\, because there are limited places! Two drinks are included in the entrance ticket.   \nThe program is: \n11:00 Guided tour Katendrecht\, first Chinatown in the Netherlands\, by David Zee (optional) (free)12:00 Lunch at Belvedere (optional) (costs not included)13:00 Walk-in/registration13:30 Welcome/Introduction13:40 Story of the 1st wave Chinese 1910-1950 – David Zee14:00 Story of the 2nd wave of Chinese 1960-1990 – Cheng Liu14:20 Coffee break14:40 Story of the 3rd wave Chinese 2000-present – Bei Wang15:00 Panel discussion15:30 VNC New Year’s Drink16:30 Closing \n																														 \nDavid Zee\nAuthor of ‘Chinese Kees’ and expert on the 1st wave of migration. David shares the pioneering stories of Katendrecht.  \n																														 \nCheng Liu\nEntrepreneur and Chairman of the Wanyuan Foundation (Chinese elderly care) & Foundation Doctors and Medical Acupuncture. Cheng gives a unique insight into the 2nd Chinese migration wave.  \n																														 \nBei Wang\nInterdisciplinary lecturer and PhD researcher. Bei highlights the 3rd wave of migration\, identity and digital transformation.  \n																														 \nModerator \nLi’ao Wang\nCEO VMN media and member of the Supervisory Board at Rivierenland Hospital and Stroomz \nUnfortunately this event is fully booked. You can still register for the VNC New Year’s reception. See here for more information.
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/story-series-chinese-diaspora-in-nl/
LOCATION:Verhalenhuis Belvédère\, Rechthuislaan 1\, Rotterdam\, Zuid Holland\, 3072 LB\, Nederland
CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event,Vol
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260125T153000
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the VNC New Year's reception on January 25 in Rotterdam
DESCRIPTION:The Netherlands China Association cordially invites you to our festive New Year’s reception on January 25\, from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm in Rotterdam! Chairman Monique Knapen will update you on the plans for the new year\, after which there will be plenty of room for inspiring conversations\, new encounters and a warm atmosphere. A perfect time to look ahead to 2026 together. We look forward to welcoming you! Participation is free.    \nPrior to the New Year’s reception\, there will be an interesting meeting about the Chinese diaspora in the Netherlands at the same location. This event (including the New Year’s reception) is free for VNC members\, non-members pay €10. See here more information and registration if you want to come to both the event and the New Year’s reception.   \nU kunt zich hier aanmelden voor alleen de Nieuwjaarsreceptie.
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/welcome-to-the-vnc-new-years-reception-on-january-25-in-rotterdam/
LOCATION:Verhalenhuis Belvédère\, Rechthuislaan 1\, Rotterdam\, Zuid Holland\, 3072 LB\, Nederland
CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,Economics and Business,Economie en zakelijk,Education and science,VNC event
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