The Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is more than worthy of its hotel pedigree. Six grand canalside houses from the city?s Golden Age are home to this exclusive, 5-star hotel.
In addition to its two Michelin-star Librije’s Zusje Amsterdam restaurant, this luxury hotel also offers contemporary fine-dining at its Goldfinch Brasserie, writes Andrew Forbes.

A Place to Meet
At the centre of the richly furnished Peacock Alley lobby lounge of the stunning Bel Etage entrance floor of the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam sits a beautiful armillary sphere of marble and metal. This is a sculptural reference to the armillary sphere used by Amsterdam’s explorers and traders, and is also depicted in the 1668 painting ?The Astronomer? by Johannes Vermeer. This striking feature relates of course to time as well and echoes the classic clocks one might find in a vintage Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
This isn?t the only contemporary interpretation of a classic. The hotel?s relaxed, yet elegant Goldfinch Brasserie is the place to dine in Amsterdam for a modern spin on favourite dishes.
The Goldfinch Brasserie
This autumn I was welcomed to dine at this cosy, smart and upscale restaurant. Found on the garden level of the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, it combines the elegance of the luxury hotel, with the more informal setting of overlooking the property?s private garden.

The Goldfinch Brasserie menus are created by Executive Chef Sidney Schutte (renowned for his dishes at the hotel?s two-star Michelin re...