Reviews

Our cooking workshop was a well-curated and memorable experience from start to finish. We were invited into the kitchen to assist with the preparation of lunch. Working at different stations allowed us to follow the full process, with clear explanations and opportunities to taste along the way.

Lunch offered a variety of beautifully prepared dishes. Desserts, petit fours, and coffee were packed for a private boat tour through Giethoorn. We enjoyed a tour through the stunning surroundings, guided by Martin. After checking into a cozy and stylish room, the day concluded with an excellent dinner.
— Nina Jansen | Guest Hosted Experience in Giethoorn Dec 2025
We were very happy with the Michelin-starred dinner and the overall service. It was delicious, and we could have eaten even an extra course. The captain of the boat was extremely informative, and we loved every minute of the story he told us about the Amsterdam Light Festival.
— Anna K | Guest on the salon boat in Amsterdam 2025
The customer service of Bearleaders was excellent. Even during our stay, they checked in to see if everything was to our satisfaction – it felt very personal and attentive. Hotel Pincoffs was beautiful, and the service from Milo and Parkheuvel were truly outstanding. The delicious in-room breakfast and the jacuzzi were the perfect finishing touches. A top-notch experience from start to finish – highly recommended!
— Samantha Schefele de Laat | Guest of Pincoffs / Parkheuvel in 2025
Our visit to the Lindenhof was wonderful and delicious. We learned a lot in a relaxed atmosphere. We had great conversations, and a lovely boat journey through Giethoorn. It’s something we highly recommend to everyone. Martin is a host pur sang, and a top chef. The rest of the kitchen staff was also very hospitable.
— Erik & Charlotte Bosman | Guests of the cooking class in Giethoorn in 2025
Bearleader Donato di Nunzio made us feel instantly at home. He took us on a three-hour hike through the stunning Parco Nazionale d’Abruzzo, one of the best-protected parks in Europe. We enjoyed amazing Abruzzo wines, local cheeses, and delicious homemade Italian food. We spotted plenty of wildlife like chamois and deer—and we’re already planning to come back in September for another shot at seeing bears and wolves!
— Hans | A guest of the journey to Donato di Nunzio in the Apennines (IT) 2025
We had a wonderful stay on Mallorca, with fantastic food by Martin. The group was lovely, and we truly enjoyed the activities and cooking tips. Everything was perfectly arranged — we highly recommend booking this!
— Zilver & Olaf Wagenaar | Guests Mallorca with a Two Michelin Star Chef in 2025
I wanted something special to celebrate my 10-year friendship with my best girlfriend. I booked a Hosted Experience and enjoyed a Michelin-star dinner in the sky in combination with a stay at the five-star hotel Chateau de Vignee. I can recommend everyone to book an experience with Bearleaders.
— Marieke van Herp | Guest in 2024 of Chateau de Vignee Belgium