KARLS Meats
- Jan 26
- 2 min read

"9 Steps to the Perfect Dutch Valentine's Day!

Updated: Jan 27

'Dutch Love Bites'

#1 Start Sweet:

Indulge in Stroopwafels (Caramel-filled Waffle Cookies) or Kletskoppen (Thin, crispy, caramel, cinnamon, and almond cookies pictured below). A sweet Dutch treat to kick off your romantic meal.

Available at Karls Meats

Start Sweet at Karls Meats for Valentines Day

#2 Cheese Lover's Selection:

Explore a curated Cheese Lover's Selection, featuring a variety of premium Dutch cheeses, both aged and flavored, for an exquisite cheese tasting experience.

Available at Karls Meats

Cheese Lovers Selection at Karls Meats for Valentines Day

#3 Artisanal Dutch Charcuterie:

Delight in an Artisanal Dutch Charcuterie, showcasing a selection of premium cured meats, pâtés, and flavorful sausages.

Available at Karls Meats

Karls Meats Cured Deli meats Abbotsford, BC.

#4 Herring Slices:

Experience the ocean's finest with Herring Slices featuring BOS Holland Matjes Herring, adding a touch of Dutch seafood excellence.

Available at Karls Meats (Check availability)

Karls Meats Holland Matjes Herring Abbotsford, BC.

#5 Must-Try Dutch Dips:

Enhance your bites with a trio of Must-Try Dutch Dips, including zesty sauces and flavorful spreads to complement your selections.

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#6 Crunchy Delights:

Choose between Hearty Beef or Chicken Kroketten or Bitterballen, classic Dutch deep-fried rolls with meat ragout inside, covered in breadcrumbs.

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Karls Meats Kroetten snack bites Abbotsford, BC.

#7 Craft Beer Pairing:

Elevate your meal with a Craft Beer Pairing featuring Dutch Pale Ale and Salted Black Porter.

Dutch Pale Ale: Unassuming new world hops combine with traditional Dutch sensibilities to create a brew that is mellow in malt and bitters, with a hint of wheat. subtle, smooth, refreshingly easygoing. Learn More

(Award winning) Salted Black Porter: Brewed with traditional ‘dutch droppies’ (salted black licorice candies), our salted black porter offers flavours of coffee, licorice, chocolate and caramel, for a balanced malt profile and residual sweetness. Learn More
Available at Field Housew Brewing Co.