chives - Discover U-Pick farms in the Netherlands

Picking fresh chives in the Netherlands is a delight—whether you’re alone, savoring the quiet rustle of leaves, or laughing with friends and family as you snip slender green stems. The earthy aroma lingers on your fingers, a reminder of the simple joy of harvesting something so vibrant. Back home, chives bring a burst of freshness to dishes. Try them:

Scattered over creamy scrambled eggs for a bright, oniony kick.
Stirred into softened butter with a pinch of salt, perfect for melting over grilled corn or crusty bread.
Blended into a tangy yogurt dip with lemon zest and cracked black pepper.

For something unexpected, steep a handful of chives in hot water for 5 minutes to make a light, savory herbal tea—surprisingly soothing. Or shake up a Chive-Infused Gin & Tonic: muddle a few chives in the bottom of a glass, add ice, gin, and tonic water, then garnish with a chive blossom for a floral twist.

If you’ve gathered chive flowers, their delicate purple petals make charming decorations—float them in a bowl of water for a centerpiece or sprinkle over salads for edible confetti. The pleasure is in the picking, and the possibilities are endless.

Oogsttuin Hof van Heden

fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers

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Hof van Heden is an unsprayed vegetable and small fruit garden located in Almkerk, Netherlands. They grow over 65 different kinds of vegetables and herbs year-round, including beets, turnip greens, Jerusalem artichokes, kale, snow peas, rhubarb, beans, and tomatoes. The berry garden features about 10 types of berries like raspberries, blackcurrants, jostaberries, redcurrants, and blackberries. There are also around 25 young fruit trees, including 10 fig trees in a mini food forest.