You can call us Chinese Dutch—born and raised in the Netherlands—but our love for Chinese culture and cuisine flows deeply through our veins. That’s why we created this website: to share our passion for the rich Chineseness of Rotterdam.

We believe the city of Rotterdam isn’t doing enough to highlight its unique and historic connection to Chinese culture. Did you know that Rotterdam has been a sister city of Shanghai since 1979? Or that it’s home to mainland Europe’s very first Chinatown? This extraordinary heritage deserves to be celebrated and cherished.

Rotterdam’s Chinese community is incredibly diverse. We come from mainland China but also places like Suriname, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, and beyond. This vibrant cultural mix is woven into the streets of Rotterdam—most notably through its incredible food scene.

Let us show you our city through our eyes, guided by our stories, flavors, and traditions. Visit our pop-up at West Kruiskade 3:

We are Fenmei, Marsha, Ruijun, Lili, Yan, Jin, TianZhao, Lee and many others. Welcome to the yellow heart of Rotterdam.

Services

Chinatown tour Katendrecht: how did the first Chinatown start and why did it move to another location. The lifes of the first generation of Chinese shipworkers and the heritage they left behind. Walking tour passing different historic locations.

Chinatown tour West Kruiskade: the new Chinatown, in the center of Rotterdam, only 5 minutes from Central Station. Walking tour passing many shops by the Asian communities and also others.

Toko Safari: ‘have you eating yet?’ Learn more about what a Chinese supermarket offers. What to do with different kind of sauces and other ingredients. Tips how to cook simple with fresh Chinese veggies or tofu. Ask what you want to know.

Workshop crafts: paper cutting, calligraphy, Chinese knotting, tea ceremonies &tastings, porcelain paintings, creative workshops and more fun activities.

Advising/curating cultural events: exhibitions, installations, PR etc etc

Talks and presentations for educational purposes: almost all topics possible. Specialised in migration, heritage, discrimination, second generation, cultural festivities, Chinese food&culture (no political topics)

Learn Chinese: courses and workshops. Even micro learning is possible. Professional teachers, interactive lessons, practise possibilities during our weekly Language cafe in our pop up.

questions/requests/bookings: fenmei@space101.nl