JEROEN & MARLEEN

Jeroen and Marleen met during their culinary training at Drenthe College in Assen. What began as a shared passion for cooking grew into a love for each other and for the craft, a bond that has never been broken. Both gained valuable experience in renowned Michelin-starred restaurants, both in the Netherlands and abroad, where they further refined their skills and shaped their culinary vision.

In 2016, they took their first major step together by acquiring Herbergh De Loohoeve in Schoonloo. They soon changed the name to Restaurant & Hotel De Loohoeve to emphasize their focus on gastronomy. Two years later came the crowning achievement, their first Michelin star.

After several wonderful years, they decided to sell the business to fully make room for their culinary dream. On March 1, 2022, they opened Restaurant Noor in the impressive Theresiakapel in Groningen, Hoogkerk. Less than three months later, they were once again awarded the coveted Michelin star.

At Noor, everything revolves around pure flavor and experience. Jeroen and Marleen cook from the heart, using products and techniques they truly love. No unnecessary frills, just the main ingredient in its purest form, always at the highest possible level. Refined sauces form the foundation, paired with fish, shellfish, and crustaceans from Dutch waters, wild game, vegetables from local soil, and cheeses exclusively matured in the Netherlands. And when the finest product lies beyond the country’s borders, they bring it to Noor with love.

Their style is rooted in the French tradition, with global influences and a clear fondness for Japanese flavors. Bright acidity, boldness, and elegant richness, that is what Menu Noor is all about.