Culinary surprises, in a minute
The surprising Live Cooking buffet
The surprising Live Cooking buffet
At Van der Valk
Would you like to be surprised culinarily during your visit to a Van der Valk hotel? Enjoy Live Cooking, where the chefs and their team prepare delicious fish and meat specialties for you à la minute. In addition to a wide range of fish and meat dishes, there is also plenty of choice for vegetarians.
The Live Cooking buffet is specially composed for you with fresh and seasonal products. Virtually every Van der Valk hotel offers a Live Cooking buffet. The offer may vary by hotel. Would you rather enjoy a Live Cooking brunch, lunch- or dinner buffet? It is all possible at Van der Valk. Live Cooking usually takes place during the weekend or on holidays. The perfect opportunity to get together with friends or family.
Varied dishes, freshly prepared
In an open kitchen, the kitchen team prepares for you, among other things:
Surprising starters, such as various types of bread and carpaccio
Wok dishes
Extensive salads
Various fish and meat specialties
Hot dishes
An extensive dessert buffet
Enjoy unlimited choice for a fixed price
With Live Cooking at Van der Valk, you can enjoy unlimited culinary dishes at attractive prices. You have a choice of various dishes that are specially prepared for you in an open kitchen. Afterwards, you can enjoy an extensive dessert buffet. Taste the many sweets or enjoy a delicious cup of coffee.
Van der Valk Live Cooking with the kids
Children are not left out during Van der Valk Live Cooking. There are various snacks for the children, such as cheese soufflés and chicken nuggets. In addition, the children can have fun in the children's corner.
Combine a culinary evening with an overnight stay?
Would you like to end the atmospheric evening on a high note? Then choose the Van der Valk Live Cooking package. Besides enjoying a delicious Live Cooking buffet in the evening, you can then stay overnight in a luxurious room in the hotel. The next morning, you can enjoy an extensive breakfast buffet. Combine your overnight stay with fun excursions nearby. There is plenty to do in the vicinity of the Van der Valk hotels for both young and old.
For example, visit the zoo or take a walking or bike ride through the beautiful nature. Prefer to relax in the hotel? Many hotels have a wellness area where you can completely unwind. You can also relax in the hotel room. Discover all the possibilities at Van der Valk!
What is the price of the Live Cooking buffet at Van der Valk?
The price of the Live Cooking buffet varies by Van der Valk location and depends on the day and time you come to dine. In most hotels, you can enjoy an extensive buffet from approximately €32.50 per person. Child rates and special packages are often available. View the current price per hotel and book easily online.
Participating hotels
Hotel Amersfoort A1
Van der Valk Hotel Amersfoort A1 in Amersfoort offers modern rooms and suites with comfort and stylish décor. Enjoy the Live Cooking-restaurant, the Skybar SIXX and free parking. The hotel is known for its good accessibility, warm atmosphere and culinary experience.
Hotel Antwerpen
Van der Valk Hotel Antwerpen is located just outside Antwerp’s ring road and is the ideal location for a city trip. The hotel has more than 200 air-conditioned rooms, offers free WiFi and free parking. After a day in the city you can relax in the heated pool or the sauna.
Hotel Beveren
Van der Valk Hotel Beveren is an idyllic place for business and private stays. The hotel is located close to the vibrant cities of Antwerp, Brussels and Ghent. Our excellent cuisine, the pleasant atmosphere and the luxurious wellness area with swimming pool make the stay at Hotel Beveren unforgettable.
Hotel Breukelen
Van der Valk Hotel Breukelen offers luxurious accommodation and stylish meeting rooms for business and private guests. The hotel is centrally located and easily accessible. Enjoy luxurious rooms and themed suites with a sauna, steam cabin and whirlpool and also take advantage of the wellness area with an indoor pool.
Hotel Den Haag - Wassenaar
A visit to Van der Valk Hotel Den Haag - Wassenaar means friendly and personal service at good value for money. The hotel has comfortable rooms and a strategic location, and you can park for free. Explore the surroundings on an (electric) bike that you can rent on-site.
Hotel Dennenhof
Located in the 'Garden of Antwerp' to the north of Brasschaats, Van der Valk Hotel Dennenhof is situated. With its charming appearance, this hotel offers all the necessary comfort and hospitality. At Hotel Dennenhof you can choose from beautiful rooms and you benefit from various facilities that the hotel has to offer.
Hotel Eindhoven
Van der Valk Hotel Eindhoven is a modern, state of the art hotel. The hotel has various oyale and comfortable hotel rooms, 3 dining venues, its own fitness center, and an indoor pool. You will also find electric charging points here, so that during your stay you can charge your electric car or bicycle.
Hotel Gilze - Tilburg
Van der Valk Hotel Gilze – Tilburg is located in the heart of Brabant and offers a variety of luxury rooms, suites, studios and apartments. The hotel set in green surroundings is a true resort hotel with many facilities such as an extensive wellness & fitness centre, bowling alley, Thai massage salon, horse stables, party and meeting rooms, a cozy hotel bar & restaurant and many other facilities.
Hotel Gorinchem-A15
Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem-A15 is a hotel where you actually don't need to go outside. In the hotel you can relax in the spa, watch a film in the cinema, swim laps in the pool, try your luck in the casino and work out in the gym. If you still want to explore the area, you can easily rent a bike at the hotel!
Hotel Hoorn
At Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn you can enjoy the historic city center of Hoorn or take a trip into the beautiful surroundings. Stay in one avn the luxury rooms or suites. And take advantage of the hotel's facilities such as the wellness, fitness, Jack's Casino or go out for an evening to the cinema.
Resort Linstow
Van der Valk Resort Linstow is located amid the breathtaking natural landscape of the Mecklenburg Lake District. The resort consists of spacious hotel rooms and holiday homes, where you can enjoy a well-deserved holiday. Be sure to discover the wellness facilities and the beautiful surroundings during your stay.
Hotel Mons Congres & Spa
In the south of Belgium, close to the border with France, Van der Valk Hotel Mons Congres & Spa is located. The hotel has a delightful wellness and fitness area, or take a seat in Monty’s bar or restaurant with a sunny terrace. The hotel is located directly next to the station, you can park for free and walk to the centre.
Hotel Nazareth - Gent
Van der Valk Hotel Nazareth - Gent has the ideal, central location between Ghent and Kortrijk. Take a lovely walk through one of the forests near the hotel or of course discover the beautiful city of Ghent! Relax in a nice hotel room and enjoy delicious dishes in the atmospheric restaurant with a terrace.
Theaterhotel De Oranjerie
Van der Valk Theaterhotel De Oranjerie is centrally located in Roermond. The hotel features a theater where you can enjoy a pleasant evening. Afterwards, enjoy a wonderful night's sleep in one of the rooms or suites. Furthermore, at the hotel you can make use of the wellness and fitness facilities or enjoy delicious dishes in the restaurant.
Plaza Resort Bonaire
Caribbean vibes at their best! Come enjoy an all-inclusive vacation at Van der Valk Plaza Resort Bonaire. Stay in a luxury room or penthouse and discover the beautiful resort with a private beach, swimming pools, restaurants and a PADI dive school.In addition, you can also visit the resort's marina and go on excursions at sea.
Hotel Sassenheim - Leiden
Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim - Leiden has good accessibility and is located close to Schiphol, Leiden, The Hague and the beach. The hotel has several restaurants, a fitness room, a sauna and bike rental. Want to try your luck after an exhausting day? Right next to the hotel you will find Jack’s Casino, where admission is free.
Hotel Stein - Urmond
Visit the atmospheric Van der Valk Hotel Stein-Urmond, centrally located in Limburg and close to Belgium and Germany. The hotel offers various facilities, such as a fitness room, bicycle rental that allows you to easily explore the surrounding area, and a restaurant with delicious dishes.
Hotel Tiel
Right next to the A15, you'll find the beautiful Van der Valk Hotel Tiel! At the hotel you'll find the Circus Gran Casino, where entrance is free. Prefer not to take a gamble? Then you can take a seat in the atmospheric Skybar, the restaurant or relax in the wellness or luxury rooms and suites.
Hotel Venlo
An excellent welcome in a relaxed atmosphere awaits you at Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, located in the Maasduinen area of Limburg with access to East Brabant and Germany. Enjoy a pleasant overnight stay in a luxury room or suite, unwind in the wellness area with a swimming pool and go for a culinary experience in the restaurant.
Hotel Volendam
At a unique location, in Laag-Holland, Van der Valk Hotel Volendam is located. Within a 30-minute walk you are in Volendam, and by bus you are in the heart of Amsterdam within 20 minutes. You can also easily rent a bicycle or e-chopper. You can relax after a day out in one of the luxury rooms.
Most frequently asked questions about the live cooking buffet
Most frequently asked questions about the live cooking buffet
What is live cooking?
Live Cooking at Van der Valk is a culinary concept where chefs prepare dishes fresh for you on the spot. You can enjoy an extensive buffet with various hot and cold dishes, including fish, meat, vegetarian options, and desserts. Since the chefs cook live, you can communicate your preferences and have your meal prepared exactly to your liking.
How expensive is Live Cooking at Van der Valk?
The costs for Live Cooking vary per hotel and can change depending on the day and the season. Some hotels offer packages including drinks, while others charge for drinks separately. For the current prices, it is best to consult the website of the respective Van der Valk hotel or contact the hotel.
How does Live Cooking work?
At Live Cooking, you can walk past different cooking stations where dishes are prepared on the spot by professional chefs. You can choose from a wide range of dishes, including fish, meat, stir-fry dishes, and salads. It's an interactive dinner where you can indicate how you want your meal and enjoy the freshly prepared dishes unlimitedly.
How long does Live Cooking last?
The duration of a Live Cooking arrangement varies by location, but you can usually expect a duration of about 2 to 3 hours. This gives you plenty of time to relax and enjoy the dishes and the atmosphere.
For more information about availability and reservations, you can visit the website of a Van der Valk hotel.
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