Only a stone's throw from Pllek, which is housed in former shipping containers, are the headquarters of HEMA, a big Dutch retail chain which has built an empire on its sale of rookworst (smoked sausage). However, forget these mass-produced specimens, because this is the hottest spot in Noord for an authentic thick slice of bread with a homemade sausage and sauerkraut. Humus on sourdough bread is a popular alternative for non-carnivores and the romantic view of River IJ is the prefect excuse to come here just before sunset.