Daniel - Owner
Ever since I arrived in Canada in 2006, I have been a customer of Dutch Groceries. Regularly visiting to get my fix of kroketten , hagelslag and all the other goodies that reminded me of “home”.
Fast forward 14 years and something happened I would have never expected; I became the owner of (in my eyes) best grocery store in Ottawa!
I always knew I wanted to do something with the link I had between Canada and the Netherlands, and this opportunity was truly a dream come true.
Even though you might see me mostly in the store, this is still truly a family business: My wife Rosie and kids come over regularly to help with re-decorating and re-stocking the store as well as my oldest daughter Emma helping out on Saturdays.
I am so incredibly proud and motivated to continue Dutch Groceries’ traditions (started by the Veurtjes family in 1953), to continue to make this little store a staple in Ottawa for the Dutch community.
Thank you all for your ongoing support!
Bastiaan - Owner
I moved to Canada in 2020 and right away started working at the Dutch Grocery store. I was really impressed by the Dutch community in Ottawa and the gezelligheid around the store. It honestly felt like home.
Back in the Netherlands, I never really realised how important the Dutch community was to me not until I moved here. Now, after five years, I really feel how much the Dutch culture around me means. The team and our customers mean so much to me, and that’s why I enjoy helping everyone connect to a bit of Dutch culture: whether it’s tasting something familiar or finding their favourite Dutch foods from home.
Meet the team
We’re lucky to have an incredible team working together every day to bring you a truly authentic Dutch experience. While Daniel and Bastiaan lead the business, it’s our amazing Dutch team that makes everything possible. From helping you find your favorite products to sharing stories, traditions, and that gezellig feeling, we’re here to serve you with pride and passion.
Together, we make sure you feel at home whether you’re visiting us in-store or shopping online. 🇳🇱
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