Erik van Loo

Two Michelin Star Chef
Owner Restaurant Parkheuvel Rotterdam

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About Erik

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Home town | Capelle aan de IJssel

About | Erik van Loo is the owner and Two Michelin Star Chef of Restaurant Parkheuvel in Rotterdam since 2006. He has also has been very successful with his books. Erik supports Liliane Fonds, a charity which finances vocational training, work and income projects and individual support for children and young people with disabilities.

Profession | Owner and Two Michelin Star Chef of Restaurant Parkheuvel.

Achievements | Erik is not only known for his excellent Michelin Star cooking and his beautifully located restaurant Parkheuvel. He is also known as the ‘Master of Sauce’. Erik has many signature dishes on his name and he has become an indispensable figure within the culinary scene.

Instagram | @erik_van_loo and @parkheuvel

LinkedIn | @Erik van Loo

Guides by Erik

ERIK VAN LOO'S GUIDES
Fine Dining on Thailand's Largest Island | Phuket
Fine Dining on Thailand's Largest Island | Phuket

GUIDE | By a Two Michelin Star Chef

Erik van Loo, legendary Two Michelin Star chef of restaurant Parkheuvel in Rotterdam shares his favourite restaurants worthwhile exploring in Phuket, Thailand.

The Bearleaders List | Ibiza
The Bearleaders List | Ibiza

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Ibiza echoes various meanings for different people. Some associate the island with hedonism, others with bohemian serenity. But it is always an alluring getaway. These are the Bearleaders’ hand-picked gems and hotspots that highlight the eclectic culinary vibe of Ibiza.

Where Michelin Star Chefs Eat & Drink | Bonaire
Where Michelin Star Chefs Eat & Drink | Bonaire

GUIDE | By two Michelin Star Chefs

Let Michelin Star chefs André Gerrits and Erik van Loo guide you through the best restaurants and bars in Bonaire.

Colourful Cuisine By The Water | Curaçao
Colourful Cuisine By The Water | Curaçao

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Discover the favourite restaurants, hip cocktail bars, and exciting activities of the Bearleaders. From local cuisine to world-class seafood, from classic beach resorts to hidden gems.

Food & Drink spots | Mallorca
Food & Drink spots | Mallorca

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Discover the best fine-dining restaurants and splash into the Spanish sunshine as the Bearleaders, well-traveled tastemakers, take us on a gastronomic adventure in Mallorca.

Insider Restaurants & Bars | Rotterdam
Insider Restaurants & Bars | Rotterdam

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Erik van Loo, Rotterdam local and legendary Two Michelin Star chef Parkheuvel, Judith van Mourik, an interior architect both living in Rotterdam, and Gastronomist Jorane Cuppen, share their favourite dinner-, lunch, and bar spots.

Fine Dining in the Wine Country | Bordeaux
Fine Dining in the Wine Country | Bordeaux

EXPERIENCE | By two Michelin Star Chefs

Discover the favourite restaurants of Michelin star chefs Servais Tielman and Erik van Loo, including their pictures of the food. Rest assured you will have a top-notch experience worthy of this gastronomical area of France.

Visit Champagne paradise | Épernay
Visit Champagne paradise | Épernay

EXPERIENCE | By a Bearleader in Food

Maison Perrier-Jouët is an iconic champagne house with an exceptional vineyard. Known for the finesse and elegant floral style of its wines, it is crafted by the expertise of only seven Cellar Masters since its foundation in 1811.

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