Blokzijl is a picture-perfect little slice of the Netherlands. Opt for a table by the window to enjoy the delightful view of the lock and the quintessential brick houses – from the upper floor you can even see the storks' nest across the street! The wall decorated with cartoons is also sure to draw the eye. When it comes to the food, the dishes on the menu are testament to the creativity of the talented chef. With an eye for detail, he bends organic and local produce to his will. Fine classic flavours are shaken up in occasionally daring combinations. The precise dosing creates intriguing nuances. Half a Canadian lobster, for example, is presented in an open lasagne with the subtle bitterness of Blokzijl endive and a lobster bisque infused with the distinctive aroma of bay leaf. The cheese and wine selection is equally enticing. It is no accident that, bar one year, Kaatje bij de Sluis has retained at least one MICHELIN Star since 1978. Quality reigns supreme here.