Books

New cookbook: "Asparagus"

A latest production by Eric and his kitchen team is the culinary handbook about asparagus - Asparagus. A best seller that is praised by the media for its easy-to-follow recipes and tasty background stories about everything about asparagus.

"A culinary journey through the heart of North Limburg, where asparagus is more than a noble vegetable. In this tasty book full of stories and recipes, you travel from field to fork, guided by SVH Master Chef Eric Swaghoven, and dive into the rich history and the limitless character of asparagus and you get to know the taste of the South. With Asparagus we show the versatility of the delicacy that has been cherished and celebrated for centuries. From cultivation to cutting, the different classes, varieties and colors. Feel the pride of North Limburg and understand why this exceptional seasonal product is great in its simplicity. And then, the pièce de résistance: 56 recipes that tantalize the taste buds and 14 techniques that take your kitchen skills to a higher level twists; each recipe is accompanied by striking images and clear explanations. A seasoned chef or simply someone who loves good food? This manual is the start of many tasty moments."

Asparagus can be purchased for €55.00 excl. shipping costs.
A book by SVH Master Chef Eric Swaghoven and his kitchen team. Produced by Merel Waalder - Buro Food.

Master chef Eric Swaghoven of restaurant Valuas presented his book "Asparagus" on March 26, 2024. If you would like to receive more information about the new book or perhaps order the book, please contact us using the form below. The book is written in Dutch.

Asparagus kick-off

The Asparagus kick-off took place again at Valuas on Tuesday, March 26! Are you also coming to this amazing event? For € 200.00 per person you could enjoy the most delicious dishes and matching wines all evening. During the asparagus kick-off, our chef Eric Swaghoven released his new asparagus cookbook!

These chefs are joing our chef Eric during this spectacular evening:

• Jarno Eggen (Groene Lantaarn in Staphorst)
• Jef Schuur (bij Jef inTexel) 
• Erik van Loo (Parkheuvel in Rotterdam)
• Wilco Berends (de Nederlanden in Vreeland)