Restaurant De Nieuwe Winkel

Some restaurants follow trends. De Nieuwe Winkel creates its own path. Located in the heart of Nijmegen, this two-Michelin-starred restaurant has gained international recognition for its pioneering approach to botanical gastronomy – a style of cooking that places plants at the centre of the culinary experience without sacrificing depth, complexity, or excitement. Led by chef Emile van der Staak, the restaurant transforms ingredients that many chefs overlook into dishes that surprise even the most dedicated carnivores. The dining room feels calm and understated, allowing the food, the wine, and the story behind each course to take centre stage. A meal here feels less like dinner and more like a glimpse into the future of fine dining.