When warm weather finally arrives in the Netherlands after a long wet winter, it seems as if everybody ditches their work and heads outside to the nearest terrace. And, because we haven't lost hope that better weather will arrive soon, here are a few more of our favorite outdoor patios in Amsterdam, ranging from a classic garden getaway in one of the city's most beautiful parks to newly opened river- and canalside cafes.

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Many people are put off by the complicated sounding term 'en papillote', a popular way to cook fish. In fact, the term simply means 'cooked in parchment'. This recipe from Werken met Vis cookbook uses aluminum foil to form a parcel in which the trout is gently steamed in a tarragon inflected white wine and butter sauce. Learn how to make foil-wrapped trout in eight easy steps.

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Wholesome breakfast items such as brown bread, fruit and low fat spiced rye cake (called 'ontbijtkoek') are popular in the Netherlands. Other options include rusks, called beschuit, currant buns ('krentenbollen'), muesli, egg dishes and crackers with cheese and other toppings. Things get fancier on Dutch holidays, when smoked fish and fruited breads are added. See our 10 Favorite Dutch Breakfast & Brunch Recipes for more ideas for breakfast and brunch on Mother's Day and beyond.

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Not only is this starter light, refreshing and delicious, but it involves no fiddly preparation, only some slicing and chopping. What more could one want on a warm day when the thought of standing in front of a hot oven is enough to make even the keenest cook keel over? We also love the pale colours of this dish - the coral of the salmon, the primrose yellow of the tomatoes and the gorgeous greens of the avocado and mixed lettuce leaves. All it needs is some sourdough toast points and a glass of crisp white wine. Try this easy recipe for salmon tartare now.

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