Culture+of+Holland

__All about Holland'sCulture__

The Dutch culture is unique, however, the dutch culture has many contradictions, it is in fact one of the few cultures that has contradictions. The Dutch want to be modern and progressive, but they also wish to preserve their standards and values.

__The Dutch are known for the following:__


 * Their profesionalism; they like to get staright to business straight away.
 * It is a custom in Holland for the presents not to be wrapped and give it staight away to the person, and sometimes pass it around the group.
 * When negotiating they use a straightforward business strategy.

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Dutch food__ Daily eating pattern of the Dutch:
 * Round the clock breakfast
 * Lunch and in between the Dutch cup of coffee at 10.30 a.m.
 * Followed by the ‘borrel’ at 5 p.m. sharp.
 * Then comes dinner.
 * After dinner comes a cup of tea, and usually you are invited to someone's house.