Welcome to The Netherlands. The country is on the one hand an example of progressive liberalism to the world, yet on the other is incredibly conservative with its unexpected Bible belt.

There’s not too much to say about The Netherlands, other than I really appreciate its progressive nature. For example, The Netherlands was the first country in the world to legalise same-sex marriage. I love the fact that on New Years it turns into a warzone, with every shop (including car dealerships) turning into purveyors of fireworks. Almost every Dutch street is lined with burning oil drums and several days of non-stop ammunitions.

The Netherlands is also home to one of the World’s finest foods. While The Netherland isn’t known for its restaurants or World-beating cuisine, its supermarkets are excellent. Especially it’s gerookte kipfilet, or smoked chicken. Honestly, every time I’m in The Netherlands I buy one from Albert Hejn and eat it whole. Is that a crime?