A taste of Zeeland – the famous bolus!
No visit to Zeeland would be complete without trying one of its best-known local treats, the traditional Dutch bolus. These sticky, spiral-shaped pastries, made with sweet dough and brown sugar, are a speciality of the province and are traditionally enjoyed generously covered in butter and eaten with your fingers!
The Taxi Charity party had the opportunity to sample them during their recent trip to the Netherlands, with some mixed reviews on the taste and texture!
Claire Welburn, daughter of Market Garden veteran Geoff Roberts MBE, summed up her verdict with a smile: “Hmmm... flavour yes, texture not so much!”
WWII veteran, Ivan Staines, however, was clearly a fan. He had such a lovely time enjoying the bolus cakes that he made sure to take three home with him! It seems Zeeland's sweet speciality certainly made an impression.
