Gastronomic magic turns strangers into friends
14th of January'25
6pm to 10pm , Turnhout
Dutch spoken event
We’re kicking off the year with a forking bang. This one-of-a-kind evening is crafted to inspire you in ways you've never experienced before.
A live cooking show experience, networking, and a New Year's celebration all in one.
The event where bold flavors meet sharp minds and future-shaping conversations, all set against a backdrop of exclusive design.
The Location: Master Interior, Turnhout

Master Interior, formerly Master Meubel, transcends the concept of a 'furniture store' in every way. Here, an exclusive and architecturally significant building embraces a carefully curated selection of world-renowned design brands.
Address: Steenweg op Diest 111, 2300 Turnhout
Here's what your evening looks like
Live Talk Show 'Forking Hot'
First, we kick off the event with a live-recorded talk show hosted by yours truly. Watch a chef and two guests create a live culinary masterpiece, giving you a front-row view of their creativity and personal stories.
Building relationships & New Year's Celebration
Next, the night shifts seamlessly into a vibrant networking experience and you connect in person with forward-thinking leaders and socialise at the New Year's Celebration.
The heat is on! Meet the 2 talk show guests

Pieter Daelman is CEO and expert in innovation culture at Bedenk, guest lecturer on creativity and innovation at Karel de Grote University College, and co-author of the CROMAX framework.

Leticia Vandemeersche is a consultant, and founder of Oida, specialising in developing high-potential and gifted individuals in educational and corporate settings.
In the company of

Ayt Ems is our chef. He's the owner of the fine-dining restaurant Blanc by Aytems, in Antwerp.
East meet West.
Since starting his career in 1988 at Tante Koosje*, Ayt Ems has refined his craft at prestigious establishments including De Mariënhof*, De Nederlanden**, Brockhorst, and D.O.M.** (São Paulo).
His restaurant Blanc By Aytems

You want some Forking Extra, don’t you?
Admit it, one night of sizzling action isn’t enough for you. You’re the type who likes a little extra spice. And we’ve got just the thing to satisfy your appetite. With ‘The Culinary’ ticket, you don't have just 1 evening, but 2.
Blanc By Aytems, the restaurant in Antwerp, reserved just for us. Because sharing is overrated.
A menu full of flavors crafted by the Chef, Ayt Ems.
And, the kind of people you actually want to sit next to at a group dinner.
So, grab your ‘The Culinary’ ticket and join us for an additional night that’ll have you saying, 'This is the most forking awesome dinner I’ve ever had!'
Now that's what we call extra...

And as your host of 'Forking Hot'
Meet Andy Nijs, founder of the League TV, a visionary entrepreneur with a fiery passion for game-changing experiences. He's on a relentless mission to hoist brands and businesses above mediocrity, and his journey screams audacity and excellence.
Learn more about AndyGet a taste of The League vibes
What's included in your ticket
The Sampler
241,-
EURO incl. VAT
Full access to the entire 3in1 experience
Exquisite food by Djar & drinks
Surprises to be revealed only during the evening
The Rising Star (<30year)
180,-
EURO incl. VAT
The Culinary
423,-
EURO incl. VAT
Exclusive additional private fine dining group dinner (organised after the 14th of Jan)
Full access to the entire 3in1 experience
Exquisite food by Djar & drinks