Masterclasses
Herring inspiration
Herring season is about to begin! It’s delicious to enjoy this fatty little fish by the tail or with some onions and a pickle, but herring has much more to offer. Over six episodes, you’ll be inspired by top chefs Ollie Schuiling, Liudger van der Meer, Floris Vriens, Yornie van Dijk, Erik Tas, and Luuk Freriks, who will show you innovative and, above all, tasty ways to prepare the “Hollandse Nieuwe.” From herring with dry-aged beets to smoked herring with asparagus, gain inspiration from this masterclass!
French bistro
In Alain Caron’s French bistro series, you’ll once again meet one of his chefs. This time, it’s Thieme Alkema, the chef behind the pass at Petit Caron. Thieme cooks from a classical French foundation, but stands out for his refined style and sharp attention to detail. In his masterclass, he demonstrates how precision and technique can elevate dishes to the next level. He guides you through a selection of his signature dishes: creamy ricotta with pumpkin caramel, beautifully tender confit rabbit with a smoked bell pepper and hazelnut sauce, and a fresh, perfectly balanced tarte au citron. Expect refined techniques, clever pro tips and dishes where everything comes together, from flavor to presentation. Alain is watching along, seeing how Thieme creates his own signature through finesse and precision.
Greek cuisine
Irini grew up in a small village on Crete, where fresh food and sharing meals together were at the heart of everyday life. That love for hospitality and connection shines through in everything she makes. Chef Irini Tzortzoglou, winner of MasterChef UK (2019), takes you on a journey through the true flavors of Greece in this masterclass: warm, pure, and full of character. It’s all about cooking with great ingredients, big flavors, and the kind of simplicity Greek cuisine is known for. You’ll discover the roots of her dishes, with influences from ancient and Byzantine traditions, as well as the Middle East, the Balkans, and Italy. Irini shows you how to create dishes at home that instantly feel like a holiday. By the end of this masterclass, you’ll understand the philosophy behind Greek cooking and be able to make classics like pita bread, stuffed tomatoes, baked giant beans, and red mullet with savoro.
Italiaans II
After his Italian masterclass, Demian Parasma invites you into a new chapter. Inspired by his cookbook Thanks for the Dance, this series explores the dishes and ideas that have shaped him as a chef. Expect bold flavours, layered dishes, and a deeper insight into how Demian develops his signature style: intuitive, thoughtful, and always guided by balance.
French bistro
Alain Caron’s French bistro series continues with another one of his chefs. This time, you’ll meet Elmer, who works at Café Caron and likes to give classic French cuisine a slightly bolder twist. Elmer cooks with rich flavors and strong technique, but isn’t afraid to push dishes a little further. In his masterclass, he shows how a solid classical base combined with a bit of creativity can result in something truly special. On the menu: a poached egg with confit onion and airy truffle foam, a deeply flavorful choux farci, and a boudin millefeuille where classic ingredients come together in a surprising way. Expect bold flavors, thoughtful techniques, and dishes that impress without becoming overly complicated. And Alain? He’s watching with pride, enjoying how Elmer brings his own twist to the French bistro kitchen.
Gastronomy at home
Jacob Jan Boerma, a familiar face on our platform is back with a brand-new masterclass. Building on his previous courses, this time he transforms the everyday meal into something truly festive. No one masters the art of turning a simple weeknight dish into a spectacular plate quite like Jacob Jan. Perfect for anyone with little time, but a taste for something special. Quick, flavourful and surprisingly refined, just the boost your weekday cooking needs. It’s easy, festive, and exactly what you need to break up the week.