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De Coterie, a Michelin Recommended restaurant in The Hague, offers a refreshing take on Modern Cuisine. Rather than the familiar shared-dining concept, this is an approachable fine-dining experience where the whole table can enjoy and taste each dish together. The setting, with counter dining available, brings guests close to the action, making the kitchen part of the evening’s story.
The kitchen centres on European and local produce. Fish comes from the North Sea and European waters, meat from European pastures, and herbs and flowers are handpicked by the team just around the corner in Wassenaar. Working with local ingredients means the menu changes with the seasons — a natural rhythm that keeps the Modern Cuisine fresh and connected to the moment.
De Coterie goes a step further with a direct import from Spain. Here you’ll taste almonds, olives, olive oil, Pata Negra, anchovies, Mojama, and red vermouth that the team says are unlike anything else in the Netherlands. These southern accents sit comfortably alongside the local produce, adding depth and surprise.
The European and local philosophy extends to the bar. Wines are exclusively from the European continent, while cocktails draw inspiration from places and locations across Europe. The result is a drinks list that feels purposeful and cohesive, matching the kitchen’s dedication to provenance.
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At De Coterie, European and local products take center stage. The wine list also remains entirely within Europe, just like the cocktails that draw inspiration from various places across the continent. The shared dining concept translates into the...
Three young dogs with one shared goal: to run a wonderful restaurant where European products take center stage (wines included) and add exactly that little something that makes guests talk about it and return. And they’re doing it in one of The Hague’s most charming spots: on Theresiastraat in Bezuidenhout. Chef Gabriel Gomez—who lived in Spain for several years during his youth, a fact clearly reflected in the flavors on the menu—and his two partners have known each other since childhood and share the same approach to running the business. Their enthusiasm is palpable, and not just that: they master their craft down to the finest details. Gabriel (Gabi) loves cooking with vegetables, and the quirky menu features plenty of vegetarian options. Every dish is surprising and far from ordinary. Shared dining is the norm here. The recommendation is to choose two dishes per person, and we gladly follow that advice. We are lucky enough to be seated at the intimate chefs’ table, allowing us to closely follow the chef’s every move. A lovely atmosphere prevails, and the music and chatter are truly uplifting. We start with a Cava Brut Rigol and order appetizers such as freshly sliced mojama with pistachios and lemon, alongside pickled anchovies served with olives and homemade chips. Our visit is already a success. But there’s more to come. Monkfish with smoked paprika oil, citrus, pickled radish, and fermented capers made from wild garlic is not only a feast for the eyes but tastes like Mother Nature at her absolute best. Next up, vegetarian ravioli filled with cream cheese and mushrooms, drizzled with chanterelle sauce, garnished with dollops of smoked egg yolk cream and drops of sesame oil, and sprinkled with porcini powder along with brioche croutons. We pair it with a beautiful Campuget 1753 Viognier. The Hague can surely count itself lucky to have this gem, which also turns out to be incredibly affordable. Welcome to Lekker.
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