Willem Hiele
Oudenburg, Belgium
Willem Hiele cooks to the rhythms of the North Sea and the surrounding Belgian landscape. At his restaurant in Oudenburg, fish and seafood lead a daily changing menu shaped by local fishers, farmers and the ingredients available. The approach is instinctive and seasonal, with sauces and preparations designed to bring out the character of the produce. The countryside setting is part of the attraction, offering a different experience from Belgium’s city dining rooms. This is the restaurant’s current Oudenburg location, rather than its earlier home in Koksijde. Diners who enjoy a menu guided by the day’s supply will find a clear sense of region in both the cooking and the surroundings.