Discover nature
Rediscover nature in yourself and the nature of our island. Skip the beaten track and live like a true local. We would love to take you on an adventure and offer that moment of tranquillity. Discover the other side of Texel. A place where salt & sweet meet, tranquillity and quality prevail and nature has 'the highest word'.
SALTY WILDPICKING & HERBS
“Op Oost” is just 150 metres from the Wad. A kitchen garden full of delicious salty vegetables and herbs.
Curious about a new edible world full of wild herbs, native shrubs, berries and seaweed? Rediscover nature and learn everything from our gardener Albert. He will take you on an adventure and teach you all about wild edible nature, birds and the Wadden Sea. The tour start in our own garden, next to the hotel.
You can easily book this tour, every Monday to Friday at 11am or 2pm.
Important to know; wear comfortable outdoor clothing. Unfortunately, this activity is not suitable when you suffer from mobility issues.
Based on availability. Get in touch with the reception for more information and to book your adventure.
SALTY ADVENTURE WITH OUR OYSTERMAN
The old oyster port near our hotel was the beating heart of Texel's oyster and seaweed trade in the 18th century. Here you can collect oysters all by yourself.
Book a salty adventure guided by our oysterman and learn all about the oyster, its history, how to gather them and how to open and enjoy them! Of course, he will open some oysters for you during the tour, which you can enjoy whilst drinking a glass of Vuurzee, Cuvée Prestige, Vonkelbier. The cost for this salty adventure is €39 p.p.
Based on availability. Get in touch with the reception for more information and to book your adventure.
THE POWER OF SILENCE
Texel has many faces. Nature can be rough and tough, but also embracing and full of romance.
The many nature reserves around Oost show you the power of silence. Walk through the Slufter, Bollenkamer or the Dennen and taste the wild herbs. Feel the wind against your skin and hear the birds in the distance. The wind dances with your thoughts and invites you to take a break.
OUR ORCHARD
Located between the Waal and Oosterend, a place full of nature magic and special harvests; we called “De Waelde Tuin”.
The orchard, also known as “Fruit Farm Molenbuurt”, is a place of over 6 hectares where our apples, pears and plums grow in all their glory. In the coming period, we will further expand the garden based on permaculture, food forest and agroforestry techniques. You will find these beautiful homegrown products in our restaurant and hotel. And these special vegetables, herbs and fruits get a place in our Waelde shop. Just like our own juice, which is also available at Hanos.nl
Onze Tuin
Our garden
Onze tuin is nog volop in ontwikkeling. Maar we mogen dit jaar al wel genieten van een eerste oogst. Denk bijvoorbeeld aan alle verschillende kruiden zoals lavendel, rozemarijn, kamille en salie. Een heerlijke basis voor al onze siropen en zelfgemaakte wellness producten. De wilde bloemen op de tuunwallen, de walnoot, hazelnoot, bessen en rozen laten zich zien. Struin lekker rond door de tuin en laat je verwonderen door de heerlijke geuren en kleuren.
Our garden is still developing, but we may already enjoy its harvest. Think of all different sorts of herbs such as lavender, rosemary, camomile and sage. A delicious base for all our syrups and homemade wellness products. The wild flowers on the garden walls, the walnut, hazelnut, berries and roses already start to pop up. Stroll around the garden and marvel at the wonderful fragrances and colours.
OOSTORIES
Our 'Oostories' are stories from ourselves, our guests and partners and can be about anything that happens on and around our Texel based boutique hotel. Stories, “op Oost”, that is. We hope you enjoy reading them.
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"Het Kook Atelier" Nominated for Entree Award 'Best Fine Dining Concept'
"Het Kook Atelier" Nominated for Entree Award 'Best Fine Dining Concept'
What an amazing surprise! We are incredibly proud and excited to share that our restaurant, Het Kook Atelier, has been nominated for the prestigious Entree Awards in the category 'Best Fine Dining Concept'. This nomination feels like a wonderful recognition of our hard work, our vision, and above all, our passion for everything we do here at Op Oost.
The Entree Awards are awarded annually to innovative and outstanding hospitality concepts in the Netherlands. This year, we’ve made it into the top 5 in the Fine Dining category. For us, this means that we’re not only inspiring and delighting our guests but also gaining recognition from the experts in the field.
What Does the Jury Say?
Iris Kranenborg, editor-in-chief of Entree Magazine and chair of the jury, put it beautifully: "Congratulations, well deserved with this new permanent and promising location of the restaurant! My colleague Roy visited the place and "Het Kook Atelier" fits perfectly into this Fine Dining category, where we also truly look at the personal signature of the entrepreneurs of the restaurant. A well-earned spot in the top 5!"
What Are the Criteria?
The jury for the Entree Awards take more into consideration than just great food. Of course, the quality and creativity of the dishes are essential, but they also evaluate the story behind the restaurant, its design, and most importantly, the overall guest experience. "Het Kook Atelier" is our personal project, combining our love for the nature of Texel with refined dishes. We believe that every meal should be an experience – from the moment you walk in to the last taste on your plate.
The jury also considers the unique identity of a restaurant and the entrepreneurs who bring it to life. That we’ve managed to establish our distinctive culinary signature with "Het Kook Atelier" fills us with immense pride.
Exciting Times at "Op Oost"
This nomination comes at a fantastic time, as it's an exciting period for us. In addition to the Entree Awards nomination, we’ve also been nominated for 'The Best Discovery' by the We’re Smart Green Guide, and we've been listed in the Food100 – a selection of the most impactful food innovators in the Netherlands. All these amazing developments give us even more motivation to keep moving forward and continue innovating.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported us so far, and of course, to our amazing team. None of this would have been possible without them. We are incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together and are eagerly looking forward to the Entree Awards ceremony!
Stay tuned for the latest news – we’ll keep you posted!
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You can also follow our latest developments through our blog, or take a regular look at "Het Kook Atelier" on our website!
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Interview with Joram Timmerman: "Taste the spring”
Interview with Joram Timmerman: "Taste the spring”
Five times a year, Chef Joram Timmerman changes his entire menu. It's quite a task, but you get used to it. Meanwhile, after running the same menu for a few months, the team genuinely looks forward to it. An interview with the chef from Kook Atelier about inspiration, his favorite dish, and how nature finds its way onto your plate.
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Press Release: ‘op Oost’ Awarded Five Hotel Stars
Press Release: ‘op Oost’ Awarded Five Hotel Stars
In the summer of 2020, they opened the doors of op Oost, comprising twelve suites, an edible garden, and the restaurant Kook Atelier. It took three years of dealing with COVID-19, but they finally completed the construction and brought their vision to life. This achievement was rewarded. “A recognition of your creativity and resilience,” said the Hotel Stars inspector.
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