Once upon a time, there was a little boy and his dog Johnny.
He dreamed of one simple thing: bringing people together around a table — sharing food, laughter and stories.
That dream became Cooks on the Road.
We believe the real magic of a dinner party doesn’t start at the table.
It starts in the kitchen.
While chopping, stirring, tasting and laughing.
Where strangers become friends and friends become family.
In 2025, Cooks on the Road officially rolls out — and we’re inviting you to be part of it.
👉 Join our community.
👉 Follow the journey.
👉 Sign up for updates.
See — and taste — you soon.
Dirk Schelstraete
OUR MISSION
We connect people by bringing everyone together in the kitchen.
Preparing a meal is more than cooking — it’s a celebration.
There might be singing. There might be dancing.
And definitely stories.
A Cook on the Road guides the experience, making sure nothing burns — except maybe a few calories. 😉
We bond while preparing a delicious meal.
And when everything is ready, we sit down together to continue the magic.
Because sharing = caring.
THE CONCEPT
A host invites friends and a Cook on the Road for a unique dinner experience.
The evening begins in the kitchen.
Everyone can join in — or simply enjoy the atmosphere.
The chef:
Makes sure everyone is involved
Keeps an eye on the pots and pans
Joins the table once the meal is served
Practical
Who does the shopping?
The host and the Cook on the Road provide the ingredients.
The host pays the ingredients at cost and provides the drinks.
What does it cost?
Guests contribute what they feel the experience was worth,
with a minimum of €50 per hour (excl. VAT).
Payment by card, cash, or even in return service.
And one more thing:
We donate a percentage of our revenue to charity — chosen by the community.
For Dirk personally, that’s 50%.
Stay connected
Want to:
Join the movement.
Fill in the contact form and stay part of the story.
The road starts in the kitchen. 🍴
