“People from most cultures don’t like it when people come into their homes. Maybe there’s clutter or something. And the family just wants to stay downstairs. That’s why we often sit outside.”

“I am a South African Rotterdammer: my house is always open to others and I always have food ready in the fridge. And I have the Rotterdampas.”

“I was born here, just like my parents and grandparents. I am also a hard worker and a go–getter. And I am open to others. I think that is also very Rotterdam.”

“De ramadan is starting soon. So are neighbors already asked if they’ll get cookies from us again!”