ROTTERDAM, 24 February 2025 – A frikandel like you’ve never had before is set to take centre stage in Rotterdam. On 7 March, Café Van Zanten presents the return of the Haute Friture Frikandellen Feest, offering a four-course tasting menu dedicated to the Dutch snack.
Frikandel as fine dining at Café Van Zanten
Café Van Zanten is bringing back its Haute Friture Frikandellen Feest, a culinary event where the frikandel is reimagined in a fine dining format. Taking place on 7 March, the evening will feature a four-course tasting menu, with each dish offering a new interpretation of the well-known Dutch snack bar staple.
Dishes include The Russian Roulette, Der Kaiser, Fricandellington, and Saigon Streetfood, each presenting unique flavour combinations that go beyond the traditional deep-fried meat sausage with mayonnaise.
Café Van Zanten hosts four-course frikandel tasting
Live music and atmosphere
Beyond the food, the evening will include a live performance by Jesse van der Wielen and a DJ, creating a lively atmosphere for guests. The combination of music and creative frikandel variations aims to provide an entertaining dining experience in the heart of Rotterdam.
Event details
- Date: Thursday, 7 March
- Time: From 19:00
- Location: Café Van Zanten, Rotterdam
- Price: €19.50 per person (includes four-course tasting menu)
Tickets are sold here.
Getting there
Café Van Zanten is centrally located in Rotterdam, making it easily accessible by public transport, bike, or car. The venue is a short walk from major tram and metro stops, with parking options available nearby.