Mario’s career features a series of highlights merging to become a tasty success story unanimously acknowledged by experts and guests alike. 2008 was a particularly remarkable year for the chef. Despite already having amply earned his gastronomic spurs, 2008 was the year in which he received every recognition. Voted Chef of the Year 2009 by the prestigious GaultMillau, admitted to the Guild of Dutch Master Chefs, the honourable retention of his second Michelin star and, to cap it all, his acquisition of De Zwethheul.
Mario’s cuisine is famed for combining classic simplicity and pure class. Only the best ingredients, recipes and preparations find their way onto the menu. As a Master Chef, Mario is confident enough to make inspired choices, professional enough to never lower his standards and enthusiastic enough to bring his love for the profession to your plate. “Quality survives everything and everyone” is the personal motto that totally expresses the passions and ambitions of Mario Ridder.
Mario’s cuisine is famed for combining classic simplicity and pure class. Only the best ingredients, recipes and preparations find their way onto the menu. As a Master Chef, Mario is confident enough to make inspired choices, professional enough to never lower his standards and enthusiastic enough to bring his love for the profession to your plate. “Quality survives everything and everyone” is the personal motto that totally expresses the passions and ambitions of Mario Ridder.