I've become quite a big fan of Hema since this last trip to Europe. They're all over the…read moreNetherlands and I absolutely adore the stores. Think of a cross between Target and Ikea. Simple basic products with a clean aesthetic but at competitive prices.
The real story here though is breakfast. It truly will be the best buy you will make in the Netherlands. All over the country, in every Hema store from 9-10 am, you can get breakfast for 1€. You honestly can't even get coffee for that anywhere else. We're not just talking about toast and coffee to call it a day. Your 1€ gets you a bacon and egg baguette, a croissant with jam, and a choice of coffee or tea. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/8T7gGWMMd-6L4bzif3qLVA?select=Pm-D4sLEV-04VtodptTwKA#Pm-D4sLEV-04VtodptTwKA) Add orange juice if you please for 0.50€ or a fruit cup for 0.75€.
A total steal for breakfast and reason enough to get out and about earlier. It's just so easy to like the store... Dear Hema, "Dank U wel!"