I left a career in international business to become a chef.
Now I am building my craft from the ground up — learning technique, understanding ingredients, working service, and discovering what kind of cook I want to become.
This website is a collection of the things that shape that process: the food I make, the ideas I explore, the people I learn from, and the experiences that influence the way I cook.
Testimonials
“Luuk is energetic, creative, and knows how to bring out the best in himself and others. In unfamiliar groups, he’s the one who creates positive dynamics and motivates people around him. He deeply values personal development and supported me through a challenging time, for which I’m very grateful. He’s eager to learn and is currently looking for an environment where he can absorb and contribute as much as possible. Luuk has a unique mindset, and once he finds his place, I’m confident he’ll quickly become indispensable to your Restaurant.”
— Emil Vleghels - Bluefin
“In addition to having a strong friendship, Luuk and I worked on several professional projects. In our student times, we launched a D2C hard seltzer delivery service and fulfilled over 2,500 orders from our student rooms. Next to that, sharing a passion for cooking, we ran a catering business alongside our studies, organizing dinners and events for groups ranging from 50 to up to 200 people.
Whether we’re collaborating one-on-one, working in larger teams, or having one of our conversations about where we want to go in life, Luuk stands out to me for his social intellect, creative thinking, and creator skills. Up till now, he's always been one of the guys who brings "vibe" to the team.”
— Olivier Cosijn - PWC
“Luuk is one of those rare creative souls where ideas seem to flow — filming with him always feels like an adventure. He sees things others overlook and effortlessly turns them into visuals that truly resonate. As a friend and filmmaker, he’s a real gift; quirky, sensitive, and always full of surprises.”
— Edwin Koolen - Koolen Photography
Learning from others through film.
Check out my podcast with Bert Klaver. An inspiring professor I met at a conference. Bert has great knowledge and experience in social and emotional intelligence. We discuss different personality types, the problem of capitalism, and confronting our mortality.