My passion for cooking began in my grandmothers' kitchens. They could do everything: from pate and stews to the most delicious cakes. Everything was made by hand, without fuss, but with a taste you will never forget. I want to continue that authentic knowledge and artisanal love in my kitchen.
Later I saw my father prepare his duck laqué – with endless patience and a
perfect layer of marinade. The magic around the table, the enthusiasm of the guests… At that moment I knew: this is what I want to do.
I went to hotel school, immersed myself in pastry at court supplier Wittamer, did internships at home and abroad and became chef of my own restaurant. In 2009 I was elected Best Female Chef of the Year, a moment that accelerated my career. But it didn't stop there.
LOVE IN THE OVEN
Baking is pure joy for me. From rustic bread to airy cakes and crispy cookies, I can fully express my creativity in it. The smell of a freshly baked cake filling the kitchen, the moment you cut through a perfectly risen brioche… those are the little moments of happiness that count. My program “Goe Gebakken” got Flanders baking en masse, and I continue to share that passion – because baking really is for everyone!
FROM TV SCREEN TO YOUR KITCHEN
You may know me from TV, but today I inspire hundreds of thousands of foodies
online via Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok, YouTube and my website. I want to show
see that delicious cooking doesn't have to be complicated. With feasible recipes, pure
flavors and baking with love I hope to inspire you to put something delicious on the table every day
to conjure.
For me, sustainability is not a trend, but a way of life. I stand every month
With my feet on the field with farmer Tijs, my regular sustainable greengrocer. Every time he teaches me something about seasonal vegetables, growing and harvesting. That knowledge - just like my grandmother's - should not be lost. For me, sustainable cooking means:
- Local & Seasonal Food
- Zero-Waste: Don't waste anything, use everything
- Opting for quality and honest products
Curious how we do that together? Take a look behind the scenes and discover how we harvest and cook with the best of the field.
TO EVERYONE HIS OWN SPECIALITY
I believe enormously in craft and craftsmanship. That is why, in addition to farmer Tijs, I also work together with experts who each have their own specialty.
Luca: Master in Napolitan pizza
RAN: Cocktail expert and taste magician behind the bar
Artisanal bakers & cheese makers who continue to inspire me
Just as I learned from my grandmothers and chefs from home and abroad, I learn
Still at these professionals every day. That is what makes cooking so beautiful: stay
Discover, keep tasting, keep sharing.
MORE THAN JUST COOKING: A LIFESTYLE
Cooking is my passion, but I also love fashion, traveling and feeling good about myself. Self-care and self-love are important to me, and I want to be an example for young people and women who want to enjoy themselves without feeling guilty!
It's not about diets or perfection, but rather about balance, loving yourself and most of all doing what makes you happy. That's why I'm not only taking you into the kitchen, but also behind the scenes in my life: family, travel, lifestyle and more.
