Days 35 – 36: Distracted in Delft

I wish I had a more professional reason to explain my delayed blogging, but really I was immersed in all things Delft and couldn’t find the time. 

Being back in Delft was so lovely. Delft is so lovely. Of course, it is different to return and not be surrounded by the people who made it such a memorable place to live – but it was fun to explore it again after two years and to show my new friend a few things!

Here are a few of my favourite (Delft) things:

Canals everywhere!

The cute little canals of Delft! They call it a mini Amsterdam.

E. du Perronlaan (aka the world’s ugliest building)

My old place, E du Perronlaan.
Got to love the complete lack of security here. I made it up to our old floor and into the fire escape where I found my name and made a little addition.

TU Delft 

TU Delft, of course. I went on Friday and was surprised to make it when the cafeteria was open. I thought it would be shut because it’s summer break (except for exam resits) and they have very specific hours they are open or else you are out of luck. I couldn’t ignore the universe telling me to get the classic Dutch lunch of croquette with mustard. Exceptional culinary innovation. 

I spent some time in the library taking care of trip planning and other work. Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures of the campus.

Leo’s Deli

The best place for a sandwich in Delft, Leo’s deli. The tartare special sandwich is amazing and only 3.50 euro. Very exciting. 

Haring dangle at the Market

Fresh off the press
About to be dangled into my mouth!

No trip to the Delft market is complete without dangling a Haring in your mouth. And watching elderly Dutch people dangling Haring into their mouths. I don’t use the term “dangle” lightly here. They really do dangle it, tilting their head fully back, coating the Haring with onion, and dipping it vertically into their mouths. It is quite a thing to witness. 

Stroopwafel consumption

No trip to the Delft market is complete without eating a fresh stroopwafel after your Haring dangle. 
Saturday market.

Delft Chamber Music Festival

A fortunate coincidence was the Delft chamber music festival dates coinciding with my stay. There was a great student deal so I went on Friday night, and then with a friend from the hostel on Saturday night too. 

Nature n’ stuff

The lake and the park where I used to go for runs and spend time in the sun. 
My favourite spot in Delft!

Bob

Bob the penguin is an old friend. He came home with us once or twice after a karaoke night. I tried to get a picture up close and personal with him, but he is now bolted down… I wonder why they’ve done that…

Weird Dutch people 

Ahh, just having the time to observe the people of Delft. The Dutch are simply weird and it is amazing. I think this is why I feel so at home here.

DOTD

Winston(s) at the market! Almost bought for mom and mailed home.

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