We're gathering at SwallowTail Huis in Amsterdam — the private canal home of Lauren and Sean, Americans from Maine who made the Netherlands home. Lauren appeared on Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted (National Geographic), where she famously taught Gordon Ramsay how to make butter. She's cooking for US!
Sat, 23 May 2026
13:30 – 17:00
SwallowTail Huis
Korte Prinsengracht 46A, Amsterdam
DAFThub’s next in-person community gathering — for Americans navigating the Dutch American Friendship Treaty. Whether you’re exploring the permit, already on it, or building your life in the Netherlands, this is your room.
We’re gathering at SwallowTail Huis in Amsterdam — the private canal home of Lauren and Sean, Americans from Maine who made the Netherlands home. Lauren appeared on Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted (National Geographic), where she famously taught Gordon Ramsay how to make butter. She’s cooking for US!
Come to town early and visit the Noordermarkt market only 5 minutes walk from SwallowTail Huis 👨🌾
WE ONLY HAVE SPACE FOR 45 PEOPLE – THIS WILL SELL OUT‼️
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🍗 Full catered buffet + drinks included in your ticket
🧀 Farm cheese board, pulled chicken, bean salad, potato salad, slaw
🍺 Local craft beer, regional wine, botanical spritzers
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