The Grand Amsterdam building has a very rich history. It has been a convent in the 15th century, a Royal Inn during the 16th century and the headquarters for the Dutch Admiralty in the 17th century (the Golden Age of the Netherlands). In 1966 it was the setting for the wedding of Her Majesty the Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands. The Grand has certainly left its mark on the history of Amsterdam. While retaining the soul of an historical monument, The Grand - converted into a hotel only in 1992 - offers the highest standard of modern facilities. With its enchanting courtyard and relaxing spa, this grand 5-star hotel offers a peaceful retreat in the centre of bustling Amsterdam. This book tells us about the history of this extraordinary building, but also gives us a look in the hotel's kitchen, with a lot of delicious recipes from a top chef. It includes text in English, Dutch and French.