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De Lindehoeve is a modern French restaurant at Zavelberg 12 in Tessenderlo, and Gault&Millau scored it 14.5 for 2026. The kitchen is led by chef Pallieter Vaes, who cooks in a rustic room with a creative, seasonal approach.
Pallieter grew up in Diest and trained at the Ter Duinen hotel school in Koksijde. During his studies he worked internships in several top restaurants in Belgium and abroad. The Michelin Guide lists the restaurant as Recommended for 2026.
Recent menus have included hamachi with celery, Granny Smith and dill, turbot with asparagus and cockles, and lamb with paprika, artichoke and black garlic. Strawberry is served in two preparations with vanilla, elderflower and buttermilk. Four courses are listed at €89, five at €119 and six at €145, and a three-course lunch is offered at €65 Wednesday to Friday outside public holidays.
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Hidden in the greenery of Tessenderlo lies De Lindehoeve, run by young, driven chef Pallieter Vaes. He brings extensive experience to this property, which was long known in the area as a restaurant, banquet hall, and hotel. Various passages at pr...
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