From the rooftop to your plate | Honey at Restaurant Vestdijk47 in Eindhoven
Tomorrow, May 20th, is World Bee Day! On the rooftop of the Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne Hotel, home to restaurant Vestdijk47, lives a special population of honeybees. To mark the occasion, the restaurant is putting their rooftop honey in the spotlight.
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Restaurant Vestdijk47 at Pullman Eindhoven
At restaurant Vestdijk47 in the Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne, it’s not just about flavour—it’s also about awareness. In honour of World Bee Day on May 20th, they’re sharing the story behind their honeybees. Under the care of beekeeper Jack, who started fifteen years ago out of a deep concern for bee welfare, thousands of bees produce honey right on the rooftop of the Pullman Eindhoven hotel. The honey is harvested a few times a year and finds its way into dishes, cocktails, or even as a welcome gift for returning guests.
“What drives me isn’t harvesting honey, but helping the bees. In an urban environment, bees can surprisingly thrive and contribute to biodiversity. On the rooftop of Pullman, we’re creating something small but powerful: awareness, a touch of nature in the city, and a unique ingredient on the plate,” says beekeeper Jack.
Rooftop honey | A personal gift with a local story
The honey harvested from the Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne rooftop is completely natural and unprocessed. Unlike many supermarket varieties, this honey still contains valuable elements such as pollen and nutrients, which not only enhance its flavour but are also known for their potential to relieve hay fever symptoms. Harvesting is done with care and respect for the bees, who overwinter on their own reserves—keeping the yield limited, but all the more special. Occasionally, the honey is used in a chef’s dish, a signature cocktail, or gifted in a jar to loyal guests at check-in.
We wrote about another sustainable initiative by restaurant Vestdijk47 before.
Website: Restaurant Vestdijk47
