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DJs spin and you might too, after sampling theLa Fée Verte (The Green Fairy), the controversial wormwood-infused hallucinogenic this late-opening lounge bar takes its name from.

Authentic British fish’n’chips, complete with tabloids and lashings of tomato ketchup and brown sauce.

Puddings are very popular, particularly the classic apple pie, accompanied by a large dollop of whipped cream (slagroom ). By common consent, the bestappelgebak in Amsterdam is served at Winkel.

In a town which doesn’t quite have the 24/7 American mentality, this late-night store can be a Godsend – even if it is a little pricey. General groceries and a good range of alchohol.

A bizarre café-cum-crochet store run by Gary, one half of the legendary “Christmas Twins”, a US cabaret duo. Pop in here for some “foam in rome” (cappucino), a spontaneous horoscope reading by Gary, or simply for cake and gossip.

American-style freshly-baked cookies and cheesecake, freshlys-queezed juices and (rare in Amsterdam) decent-sized cups of coffee.

A cup of strong black coffee, the way the Dutch prefer it.

Toys, gadgets and games with an animal theme. From squirting fish to cuddly bars and rubber ducks that glow in the bath.

Forget the nearby Häagen-Dazs parlour – ice cream never tasted this good.

Served much like tapas to accompany drinks in a café or bar, these deep-fried meatballs have a crunchy exterior and a soft meat filling. They are served with mustard.