Who owns GREY area Amsterdam?

The Grey Area Coffeeshop in Amsterdam is one of my favorite places. I think it may be the only American owned coffee shop still there. A dear friend of mine, John Foster owns it. It’s a tiny place, but basically is where one of the hardest working people I’ve ever known is.

Can a foreigner open a coffee shop in Amsterdam?

Amsterdam bans coffee shops to foreigners because of too many tourists. “We won’t end up like Venice,” the idea is to reserve them for residents. Shopkeepers are against it. After limitations were set in the red light district, the prohibitions for those who visit the city increase.

Is it GREY or gray area?

‘Grey’ is more commonly used in the UK, Ireland, and other places that use British English, although grey is also considered correct. ‘Gray’ is the more popular spelling in America and countries which use American spelling.

What is the meaning of the idiom a GREY area?

Definition of gray area : an area or situation in which it is difficult to judge what is right and what is wrong There are no gray areas in the rules. a legal gray area.

Are edibles legal in the Netherlands?

Space cake and cannabis edibles in Amsterdam. Dutch Coffeeshops are just not allowed to sell these. But cannabis infused space cake and brownies are allowed. These contain THC and will get you high, though it can take 1-2 hours before you feel the effects.

Is Amsterdam strict on ID?

If you are wondering, if they are strict on ID in clubs in Amsterdam, do not wonder anymore. They are crazy strict. If you look under 25, your ID will be definitely checked. Sometimes saying that you are a 19-year-old who forgot your ID, can be somehow successful.

What is a grey area in a relationship?

But the one area they’ve repeatedly referenced that I’ve consistently avoided is the grey area. The in between. That period in dating when things are going well but you’re not sure what you are or where things stand or where they’re going.

What does a flea in his ear mean?

stinging rebuke
An annoying hint or a stinging rebuke, as in He has a flea in his ear about their relationship, or If he doesn’t bring the right equipment, I’ll put a flea in his ear. This expression originated in French and has been used in English since the 1400s.