De Matroos en het Meisje — Restaurant in Rotterdam

The name ("The Sailor and the Girl") refers to the past of Katendrecht, the district that was once the harbour area where sailors came ashore and the girls were there for their entertainment. That's long gone, but the name stayed. Eva Eekman took over the corner building on the Deliplein and turned it into a real neighbourhood bistro; later Taco de Vos joined her as sommelier and co-owner. By now the mix of neighbours and regulars from far beyond Rotterdam is a matter of course. Star Wine List named Taco de Vos its Rotterdam Ambassador. Refined but accessible: small, fine and nourishing. Seasonal, always with surprising combinations. The wine list is modest in size but carefully put together by Taco de Vos: mostly organic and natural wines from small artisan producers, for every taste and budget. Champagne and Burgundy are particularly well represented. Half glasses are always available. Two Gault&Millau toques.