André Gerrits

Michelin Star Chef & Owner
Restaurant ’t Amsterdammertje

Bearleader in Food

About André

Bearleader in | Food

Home town | Mijdrecht

About | Starting his career at Michelin Star Restaurant ‘De Kromme Dissel’ at age 16, André moved on to gain experience under the subsequent mentoring of chefs Ron Blaauw, Jan de Wit and Tonny Berentsen. In 2009, he took over ‘t Amsterdammertje with his wife Geneviève. André managed to lift the restaurant, resulting in a Michelin Star in just one year.

Profession | Owner and Michelin Star Chef at 't Amsterdammertje, Marché ‘t Amsterdammertje and Bistrotel ‘t Amsterdammertje

Achievements | ‘t Amsterdammertje was awarded with a Michelin Star in 2010 and has held on to it ever since. In 2021, he opened Marché ‘t Amsterdammertje, a culinary shop bringing gastronomical groceries into private homes, and in 2022, he opened the Bistrotel - a bistro and hotel aimed at providing high-quality food and service in an accessible manner.

Instagram | @restaurantamsterdammertje | @marchetamsterdammertje | @bistrotelamsterdammertje