Couvert Couvert
Heverlee, Belgium
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Couvert Couvert is the ambitious story of Folmer and Folmer. Brothers Laurent and Vincent greet guests in a softly lit, airy venue of Scandinavian inspiration. The interior is stylish, the terrace peaceful and the service attentive, however the singularity of this restaurant resides in the brothers’ highly individual creative streak. Together they perform a culinary show of cutting-edge precision and strewn with daring. For example, they may pair a crispy skinned breast of guinea fowl with a warm salad of artichoke hearts, pistachio, sweet earthy vernal grass and hints of walnuts and hay, while a suavely sweet sauce adds the final flourish. The chefs enjoy playing with the acidity of fruit and herbs (some of which are almost unknown) to conjure up flavours of great depth. The dishes of the 4- to 6-course set menu can be chosen from the à la carte offering. A sommelier is on hand to suggest insightful pairings with equally surprising wines and thus ensure that your meal is a fascinating experience from start to finish.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Brothers' Highly Individual Creative Streak: The restaurant's uniqueness lies in the collaboration of brothers Laurent and Vincent Folmer, who bring a highly individual and daring creative approach to their cuisine, performing a culinary show of cutting-edge precision.
Unconventional Flavor Pairings: They experiment with unusual combinations, such as pairing crispy-skinned guinea fowl breast with a warm salad of artichoke hearts, pistachio, vernal grass, walnuts, and hay, finished with a suavely sweet sauce. They also play with the acidity of rare fruits and herbs to create deep, surprising flavors.
Scandinavian-Inspired Stylish Interior and Peaceful Terrace: The ambiance is marked by a softly lit, airy venue inspired by Scandinavian design, featuring a stylish interior with carefully incorporated lighting elements and a tranquil terrace, enhancing the dining experience beyond just the food.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant Couvert Couvert in Heverlee include:
- Guinea fowl breast: Used with a crispy skin, it is paired with a warm salad of artichoke hearts and other elements, showcasing the restaurant's creative and precise cooking style.
- Artichoke hearts: Featured in the warm salad accompanying the guinea fowl, adding a tender, slightly nutty flavor and texture contrast.
- Pistachio: Incorporated into the salad to contribute a nutty richness and textural complexity.
- Vernal grass and hints of walnuts and hay: These ingredients add earthy, sweet, and aromatic notes, enhancing the dish's depth and originality.
- Suavely sweet sauce: Completes the dish by balancing the savory and earthy flavors with a subtle sweetness.
These ingredients reflect the restaurant’s emphasis on creative, modern cuisine with a focus on unusual herbaceous and natural flavor combinations, often playing with acidity and depth to create a unique dining experience.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menu
- 4-course menu: €120
- 6-course menu: €180
A La Carte
- Filet de pintade: €45
- Salade tiède de cœur d'artichaut, pistache et flouve odorante: €38
Wine Pairing
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