With the picturesque cobblestone streets, tree-lined canals and quaint shops of Utrecht, Netherlands as a backdrop, Chef Jan Willem Vlijm creates dishes using the freshest ingredients available. He serves as Chef for University College Utrecht, an international honors college, where he prepares meals for students, faculty and guests.

He’s been a chef for more than 30 years in restaurants and hotels in the Netherlands, a country recognized as the world leader for its focus on high-quality cuisine and widely available nutritious, healthy foods. When Chef Vlijm is not delighting and satisfying university guests, he’s indulging in his favorite hobby at home—cooking!