Summary: A garden-started 5-8 course seafood delight.
De Kromme Watergang in Hoofdplaat offers a sensory journey through a 5-8 course menu, beginning in a spacious garden. The venue presents an array of exquisitely prepared seafood, including a variety of shellfish from the Eastern Scheldt, dry-aged seabass, crab with sishu and rice crisp, and more. Each dish is a tribute to the sea, sublimating the flavors of fish and shellfish with respect and finesse. The experience continues with roasted langoustines accompanied by local greens, potato cooked in seawater, and a raw langoustine tail, all culminating in a harmonious blend of flavors. The meal progresses to beautifully cooked turbot in algae butter, followed by a dessert featuring chocolate and fresh berries from the garden. The cuisine highlights local ingredients, including fish and seafood supplied by the chef's father-in-law and fruits and vegetables grown by the chef himself. The culinary approach is ingredient-led, infused with exotic spices and modern techniques, aiming to surprise and delight guests. The venue also offers fabulous suites for those who wish to extend their visit and immerse themselves in the beautiful surroundings.