A family business in transition

Jonnie and Thérèse Boer have put Dutch gastronomy on the map worldwide with De Librije. After years of hard work, they want to step back and spend more time on their beloved Bonaire. Their daughter Isabelle is gaining experience in their restaurant there, while she struggles with the question of whether she wants to return to Zwolle. Son Jimmie works as chef de partie in the kitchen of De Librije and is searching for his own style, including an internship in Bangkok. Nelson Tanate, once started as an intern, has worked his way up to chef and is doing everything he can to maintain the restaurant’s high standards.

Personal stories and challenges

Each episode of the series highlights a different perspective within the succession process. We see the personal stories and challenges of Jonnie, Thérèse, Isabelle, Jimmie and Nelson. The series shows not only the culinary delights, but also the emotions and dilemmas involved in handing over a life’s work. It is a universal story about family, passion and the search for balance between tradition and innovation.

Why watch?

The Succession offers an inspiring and honest picture of what is involved in running a top restaurant and handing it over to the next generation. It is a must-see for lovers of gastronomy, family businesses and human stories. The series can be seen at Omroep MAX on NPO 2 from February 16, 2025.

Don’t miss this unique insight into the world of De Librije and discover how the Boer family and their team are working towards a tasty future.The Librije by Jonnie and Thérèse Boer