Spanish and Croatian products

1. Look for specialty shops near you

Large Dutch cities have many international and European food shops. Depending on where you live, you may find Spanish stores, Balkan supermarkets or shops selling products from several European countries.

If you are looking for a shop nearby, search Google Maps using terms such as:

• “Spanish shop” or “Spaanse winkel”;
• “Croatian shop” or “Kroatische winkel”;
• “Balkan shop” or “Balkan winkel”.

Check the opening hours and reviews before travelling, especially if the shop is far from your DB Work accommodation.

2. Order your favourite products online

If you work or live outside a large city, ordering online can be an easier option.

There are online shops in the Netherlands specialising in Spanish food, as well as Balkan shops where you can find Croatian and other products from the region.

Before placing an order, check:

• whether the shop delivers to your location;
• delivery costs;
• minimum order requirements;
• delivery conditions for refrigerated products;
• estimated delivery time.

This is especially important when ordering meat, cheese or other products that need to stay refrigerated.

3. What Spanish products can you look for?

If you are from Spain, you may find many familiar products in specialty shops, including:

• jamón serrano and jamón ibérico;
• chorizo and other cured meats;
• Spanish olive oil;
• paella rice and saffron;
• olives and canned products;
• turrón and other traditional sweets.

Some Spanish products are also available in regular Dutch supermarkets, although the selection may be smaller than in a specialty shop.

4. What Croatian products can you look for?

Balkan shops can be a good place to start if you are looking for Croatian food.

Depending on the shop, you may find:

• ćevapi and pljeskavica;
• kulen and other sausages;
• ajvar;
• kajmak;
• Vegeta;
• Kraš chocolates and other sweets;
• other Croatian and Balkan specialties.

Because many Balkan countries share similar products, you may also find what you need in a Serbian, Bosnian or general Balkan supermarket.

5. Order together with your DB Work colleagues

If several colleagues at your accommodation miss the same products, why not place one order together?

Everyone can choose what they want, while a larger joint order can make delivery more convenient and may help you share the shipping costs.

And your package from home might even become a good reason to cook and have dinner together after work.

6. Regular Dutch supermarkets can also help

You do not necessarily need a specialty shop every time you want to prepare food from home.

Dutch supermarkets sell many of the basic ingredients you need for Spanish or Croatian recipes. Specialty shops are particularly useful when you want a specific brand, traditional ingredient or product that is harder to find locally.

It is worth checking the international section of your local supermarket before travelling to another city.

7. Ask colleagues and local communities

Sometimes your colleagues are the best source of information.

A Spanish or Croatian colleague who has been living in the Netherlands for longer may already know the best shops in the area or an online store that delivers to your accommodation.

You can also check Spanish and Croatian community groups online for local recommendations. When buying food, however, choose reliable shops and sellers and check how fresh or refrigerated products are stored and delivered.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find Spanish products in the Netherlands?

Search for Spanish or international food shops in your area. You can also order from online shops that deliver Spanish products within the Netherlands.

Where can I find Croatian products?

Look for Croatian or Balkan shops. Many Balkan supermarkets sell products from Croatia as well as neighbouring countries.

Can I order Spanish and Croatian products online?

Yes. Online shopping can be particularly convenient if you live outside one of the larger Dutch cities. Always check the delivery area and conditions before ordering.

Can I order together with other DB Work colleagues?

Of course. A joint order can be an easy way to share delivery costs, especially if several colleagues want products from the same shop.

Can I find these products in Dutch supermarkets?

Some of them, yes. Larger supermarkets often have international products, but for specific brands and traditional foods you may have more choice in a Spanish, Croatian or Balkan specialty shop.

WHAT BENEFITS DOES DB WORK OFFER WHEN YOU START WORKING IN THE NETHERLANDS?

• Accommodation with everything you need for a comfortable living;
• Local transport provided with DB Work company vehicles;
• Work equipment and protective gear;
• Health insurance included;
• Support throughout the entire contract period;
• Access to guides with complete information about living in the Netherlands;
• Access to the Plan4Flex application, where you receive real-time information.