Get the weekend vibes going early with Little Friday at EAST, featuring a new €5 cocktail every Thursday. On May 8th, the Espresso Martini takes the spotlight. No reservation needed just stop by and kick off the weekend early!

All cocktails in EAST

Shane Koppers

Hotel Casa

Little Friday - Gin Basil Cucumber

The Plant-Based Week is almost here!  
Plant FWD is excited to inspire everyone to discover just how delicious plant-based cuisine can be. From Saturday, March 5th to Saturday, March 12th, experience a special menu at EAST featuring fresh, Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

THREE COURSE MENU: €27.50 

Mediterranean Sunshine Salad
A light and refreshing combination of zucchini and carrot, topped with vegan feta for a flavorful touch. €9

Lebanese Mujadara Bowl
A hearty Lebanese mujadara made with lentils, fragrant rice, and golden caramelized onions, bringing comfort and warmth in every bite. €14

Almond Silk Panna Cotta
A smooth, almond-infused vegan panna cotta, the perfect way to finish your meal. €8


Wine Pairing (3 courses): €20.50
Wine by the Glass: €7 (For those who prefer a glass instead of the full pairing)


Make your reservation via the button. See you in EAST!

Plant Based Week

CHEERS TO LITTLE FRIDAY

Time for cocktails!

We like to cheers to the weekend on Thursday’s already! That’s why we spotlight one cocktail every Thursday for only €5 on these Little Friday nights!

On Thursday March 27th it’s up to the Boston. You can just walk in to have a cocktail, without making a reservation.

About the Boston

The Boston is a classic dry cocktail that perfectly balances the crispness of gin with the subtle sweetness of apricot. This elegant drink is crafted by shaking gin, apricot brandy, lemon juice, sugar syrup, grenadine, and a touch of Foamee for a smooth texture. Once shaken, it’s finely strained into a coupe glass and garnished with a fragrant orange peel, adding a hint of citrus to its fruity base. The Boston is a refreshing cocktail with a sophisticated flavor profile, blending the botanical notes of gin with apricot fruitiness for a delightful, well-rounded drink.

A quick cocktail recipe

★ Shake 45 ml gin, 22.5 ml apricot brandy, 22.5 ml lemon juice, 5 ml sugar syrup, 5 ml grenadine, and 2 drops of Foamee with ice.

★ Fine strain into a chilled coupe glass.

★ Garnish with an orange peel.

★ Enjoy your Boston!

Little Friday – Boston

Experience the Magic of Free Mini Concerts During Earth Hour at Hotel Casa!

Join us for a cosy and unforgettable evening at restaurant EAST as we take part in Earth Hour, a global movement to raise awareness about climate change. For one hour, we’ll switch off the lights to show our commitment to a sustainable future.

Throughout this special event, enjoy intimate live performances by our talented in-house artists at CASA. These musicians are students living at Hotel Casa and will provide the music for the evening. Imagine a beautiful piano concert, soulful jazz singing, guitar, violin, and much more – all set in a warm, candlelit atmosphere. To complete the experience, we’ll be serving a special sustainable dish, reflecting CASA’s & Restaurant EAST’s dedication to a greener world.



All information

★ Concerts: The free mini concerts will take place between 18:30-21:30.

★ Reservations: Please make a reservation in the restaurant by clicking here: https://hotelcasa.nl/east/?p=base&c=search


★ Dinner option: Join us for a delicious dinner at EAST before or during the concerts. Choose any dish from our regular menu or enjoy our special of the night for EARTH HOUR.

★ Highlighted dish of the evening: Our Lentil Shepherd’s Pie for only €13,50: A hearty, sustainable twist on the classic, made with protein-rich lentils (using 50x less water than beef) and topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Featuring locally sourced root vegetables, it’s a comfort food that helps reduce food waste.

★ Cocktail time: add your Dark & Stormy cocktail for only €7.50

Free Mini Concerts – Earth Hour

Oyster Night is your fancy way to start the weekend! Gather with your friends in EAST to sip on bubbles, and slurp endless oysters. So mark your calendars and hop on your bike towards Hotel Casa the 21nd of March. You can just walk in, or secure your spot by making a reservation.

The whole evening is meant for fun, oysters & Cava. Celebrate the weekend in EAST with  oysters being priced €2 a piece all night long!

Oyster Night

Thursdays are the new Fridays

Toast to Little Friday with €5 cocktails

Join us on Thursdays for our ‘Little Friday’ nights! Discover a new cocktail in the limelight each week, for only €5. Why wait till Friday to feel weekend spirit? 

On Thursday March 20th it’s up to the Smoked Salty Sour. You can just walk in to have a cocktail, without making a reservation.

About the Smokey Old Fashioned

A unique twist on the classic Whiskey Sour, the Smoked Salty Sour introduces a hint of smokiness and a savory saltiness thanks to the addition of peated Scotch whisky. With its smooth blend of refreshing lemon, sweet syrup, and a dash of bitters, this cocktail offers a memorable and flavorful experience.

A quick cocktail recipe

Instructions:

★ Add 30 ml Peated Scotch Whisky into a cocktail shaker.

★ Pour in 30 ml Tequila.

★ Add 15 ml fresh Lemon Juice and 30 ml Sugar Syrup.

★ Add 15 ml Salt Solution and a dash of Bitters.

★ Add 5 drops of Smoke Essence and 4 drops of Foamee.

★ Shake well and fine strain into an Old-Fashioned glass filled with ice.

★ Garnish with lemon zest for a refreshing touch.

★ Enjoy your smoky, salty, and refreshing cocktail!

LITTLE FRIDAY – Smoked Salty Sour

Iryna

Join us for a Yoga Nidra at Hotel Casa. Yoga Nidra – also known as yogic sleep – is a guided meditation practice that induces deep relaxation while maintaining awareness. Through this practice, you can experience profound relaxation, reduced stress, and improved sleep quality.

The Yoga Nidra practice will be accompagnied by the healing music of singing bowls. The vibrations produced by singing bowls have been said to synchronize brain waves, inducing a meditative state and deep relaxation. As the gentle tones fill the room, you can immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere, allowing stress and tension to melt away.

This peaceful and restorative experience will take place in a room at Hotel Casa with a group of around 20 people. Buy your ticket now and give yourself the gift of relaxation.

ALL INFORMATION

★ Date: Friday March 14
★ Time: 19:30 – 21:00
★ Location: Eerste Ringdijkstraat 4, Hotel Casa Amsterdam
★ Guided by: Iryna (https://thriveyoga.nl/over-thrive/docenten/iryna/) & Chantalle Sampat (https://www.instagram.com/chanti.sampat/?hl=nl)
★ Type of event: Yoga Nidra with Singing Bowls
★ Provided: Yoga mat and sleeping mask
★ To bring: A cosy blanket (optional; a pillow if preferred)

NOTE: We don’t offer ticket refunds, as Hotel Casa operates as a non-profit organisation, with proceeds supporting meaningful community events and initiatives.

Yoga Nidra x World Sleep Day

Time for cocktails!

We like to cheers to the weekend on Thursday’s already! That’s why we spotlight one cocktail every Thursday for only €5 on these Little Friday nights!

On Thursday March 13th it’s up to the Rum Punch. You can just walk in to have a cocktail, without making a reservation.

About the Rum Punch

The rum punch is a refreshing cocktail perfect for a summer day. It combines the robust flavors of dark spicy rum and white rum with the juicy character of cranberry and orange juice. A touch of lime juice and sugar syrup adds a delightful balance of sweetness and tartness. Shaken and served in an old-fashioned glass, it’s garnished with a lime slice for an extra zesty finish. This punch is both juicy and light, making it an easygoing drink for any occasion.

A quick cocktail recipe

This is a must-try cocktail and easy to prep at home. This is how you do it:

★ In a shaker, combine 30 ml of dark spicy rum, 30 ml of white rum, 45 ml of cranberry juice, 22.5 ml of orange juice, and 22.5 ml of lime juice. Add 12.5 ml of sugar syrup.

★ Shake well until chilled and mixed.

★ Strain the mixture into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice.

★ Garnish with a lime slice.

★ Serve and enjoy your refreshing rum punch!

Little Friday – Rum Punch

Celebrate Women’s Day with us in a special art workshop dedicated to movement, expression, and community. This event invites you to explore intuitive drawing and creative freedom, all while reflecting on the theme of Women’s Day. Experience a life drawing performance, complemented by music and poetry.

Together, we’ll create a mindful space for reconnection, guided by a drawing ceremony that encourages both reflection and creativity. What does Women’s Day mean to you? Here’s your opportunity to express it artistically, using drawing as a powerful tool for self-expression and storytelling.

All information:
★ Date: March 8, 2025
★ Time: 16:00 – 18:00 (The workshop is given in English)
★ Type of class: Art workshop
★ Teacher: Mikidou_lifedrawing (https://www.instagram.com/mikidou_lifedrawing/)
★ Spoken language: English
★ Price: €32,50
★ Materials: Included
★ Extra: Fruit & water will be provided during the workshop
★ Questions: please contact us via f.porte@hotelcasa.nl

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate International Women’s Day and empower women through the transformative power of art!

Art Workshop – Int. Women’s Day

Thursdays are the new Fridays

Toast to Little Friday with €5 cocktails

Join us on Thursdays for our ‘Little Friday’ nights! Discover a new cocktail in the limelight each week, for only €5. Why wait till Friday to feel weekend spirit? 

On Thursday May 23th it’s up to the Ginger Margarita. You can just walk in to have a cocktail, without making a reservation.

About the Ginger Margarita

A Ginger Margarita is a unique twist on the classic margarita cocktail. It combines the traditional elements of tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur with the addition of ginger syrup. This syrup adds a spicy and refreshing kick to the drink. The cocktail is typically served over ice in a salt-rimmed glass, offering a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Garnishing with a lime wedge or ginger slice enhances its presentation and taste.

A quick cocktail recipe

This is a must-try cocktail and easy to prep at home. This is how you do it:

★ Rim a margarita glass with salt, if desired, by rubbing the rim with a lime wedge and dipping it into salt.

★ Fill the glass with ice cubes.

★ In a shaker, combine 2 oz tequila, 1 oz lime juice, 1/2 oz triple sec or orange liqueur, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup.

★ Shake well until chilled.

★ Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over ice.

★ Garnish with a lime wedge or ginger slice, if desired.

★ Serve and enjoy your refreshing Ginger Margarita!

LITTLE FRIDAY – Ginger Margarita

Looking for a great brunch in Amsterdam? Get ready to elevate your brunch game with the Bottomless Weekend Brunch at Restaurant EAST. The brunch consists of five sweet and savoury dishes. But hold onto your glass because here’s the best part: it’s BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS OR CAVA to keep the good times pouring!

When?
Join the brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 14:00. Gather your friends and get cosy in EAST! Make sure to make your reservation through the button on the website of EAST: https://hotelcasa.nl/east/

What’s on the brunch menu?
Share five sweet and savoury dishes:
- avocado farmhouse sandwich (feta – pomegranate)
- roasted pumpkin salad (sundried tomato – balsamic)
- chia pudding (toasted coconut – raspberries)
- Spanish styled baked eggs (tomatoes – sweet peppers – chilli)
- buttermilk pancakes (caramelized banana – blueberries – maple syrup)

The brunch is priced €32,50 p.p.
What’s included? First of all: A shared brunch platter with all dishes featured above. But wait, there’s more — bottomless Mimosa and/or Cava are part of the deal! Ready for an amazing weekend? Reserve your spot below and mention that your reservation is for the Bottomless Weekend Brunch!

If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know in advance via info@east-amsterdam.nl or call +31 (0)20 207 8078.

What’s included? First of all: A shared brunch platter with all dishes featured above. But wait, there’s more—bottomless Mimosa and/or Cava are part of the deal! Ready for an amazing Sunday? Reserve your spot below and mention that your reservation is for the Bottomless Sunday Brunch!

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Bottomless Weekend Brunch

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