Welcome to Zeeland, a unique part of the Netherlands between Lake Grevelingen and the Belgian border. A land protected by dikes, where feet stay dry and heads stay cool and where hearts still beat for the practically ubspoilt nature. We live amidst all of this, together with hard-working Zeelanders, who are pure and downto earth and share a love for all that grows and blossoms.

In this book we will introduce to you everything we see, taste, smell, and feel around us by means of fascinating stories and great recipes. You will find that it's a widespread misconception that Zeelanders are u frugal people. At the very most, they'resparing with nature, their country where life is good, and with each other.

We hope you will enjpy our stories, pictures and recipes. May I also invite you to come to Slijkplaat some day and experience all these wonderful things for yourself.