Documentary: My Father’s Choice

Yan Ting Yuen (49) was born in Hong Kong, but her parents moved to the Netherlands when she was six years young. They settled in Maastricht where they opened a Chinese restaurant, Asia, in the center of town. Her documentary, My Father’s Choice, examines their family history in liaison to major changes in China and it balances questions and answers offering food for thought. Continue reading Documentary: My Father’s Choice

Boschstraat 5 no longer vacant!

In 2014, the Mandril Political and Cultural Centre had to be relocated because the municipality had other plans for the building. But nothing happened at Boschstraat 5. The building remained abandoned, until now. A group of cultural entrepreneurs, the cultural underground in Maastricht, decided to restore the soul of Boschstraat 5 and revamp its cultural destination on behalf of Kunsttour Maastricht. Continue reading Boschstraat 5 no longer vacant!

Birgitt Olislager’s Maastricht

Birgitt Olislagers (26) is a young entrepreneur who spent the last eight years in Amsterdam. She is ready to return to her roots in Maastricht and Maastricht will certainly be ready to embrace this versatile and dynamic young woman. “The beauty of Maastricht is that it has a lot to offer without screaming for attention. When you get to know the city, it can offer you whatever you need at whatever time.” Continue reading Birgitt Olislager’s Maastricht