De Graaf van het Hoogveen
| Company type | Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality, Fine dining |
| Founded | 1977 |
| Headquarters | Noordwijk aan Zee , Netherlands |
| Products | Upscale dining, Wine selection |
De Graaf van het Hoogveen was an upscale dining establishment situated within Badhotel Zeerust in Noordwijk aan Zee, Netherlands. It was awarded a prestigious Michelin star starting in 1982 and retained this distinction until 1988.
The venue was known for its cozy atmosphere, accommodating only eight tables. It gained acclaim for an impressive wine selection, boasting 650 varieties and a cellar stocked with 15,000 premium bottles. This dedication to wine excellence led to multiple accolades both nationally and internationally.
Head chefs
- 1978–1980: Adriaan de Jong
- 1981–1983: Henk Savelberg
- 1983: Paul van der Meij
- 1984–1986: Ricardo van Ede
- 1987–1990: Nico Lijding
History
Originally established in 1934 as a modest guesthouse within a double villa, Badhotel Zeerust underwent significant development after Joop Droogh succeeded his father Lambert Droogh in 1962. Joop expanded the property by adding new amenities and rooms. In 1969, he married Ine Goossens, who had previously worked as a receptionist. The introduction of a restaurant occurred in 1977, with Ine assuming the roles of maitre d’ and sommelier. By 1978, the hotel featured 32 upscale rooms alongside conference spaces, a swimming pool, sauna, and solarium.
Following the divorce of Joop and Ine and her subsequent departure from the restaurant, the establishment lost its Michelin star in 1989.
Awards
- Michelin star: 1982–1988
- Elsevier Bouquet Finest Wine List: 1980
- Giscours-concours Finest Wine List of the Netherlands: 1981
- The Wine Spectator Grand Award: 1987
See also
External links
- |-michel-van-der-plas-|-elsevier-magazine/ Photo Adriaan de Jong
- |-jan-van-der-slot-|-de-zeekant/ Photo Henk Savelberg
- |-sylvia-borger--|-de-telegraaf/ Photo Nico Lijding, 1988