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Farming and fishing on the Dutch table
Dairy farming, fishing and crop growing underpin traditional Dutch meals. Bread-based breakfasts and lunches contrast with dinners built around potatoes and vegetables, though urban food traditions extend far beyond that pattern.
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The useful distinction is between a traditional meal structure and the broader range of food found in Dutch cities. Butter, cheese, fish and seasonal vegetables reflect the country’s agricultural and fishing background. Recognising those roots helps explain a simple bread lunch or potato dinner without treating either as the whole of Dutch cuisine.
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