Date: 31.10.2026 – 11.04.2027 1 hour
Admission and audio guide included with your ticket
Heb je de smaak te pakken? Ontdek het aangepast menu met Bourgondische smaken in de koffiebar of boek een rondleiding mét proevertjes als afsluiter.
Burgundian Dining explores the food and drink culture of the Low Countries in the 15th and 16th centuries. The exhibition unfolds like a four-course meal: from lavish banquets in city palaces and steaming kitchens filled with cooks and kitchen maids, to bustling markets and taverns, before ending with a delicate balance between abundance and scarcity. Where does enjoyment end and excess begins?
What Will You Discover?
A Feast of Power
Take your seat at a truly Burgundian banquet, amongst princes and nobles. Watch this piece of political theatre unfold as spectacular dishes appear on the table, fountains pour an endless stream of wine, and performance and satire fill the dining halls.
Heat of the Kitchen
Descend into the carefully organised kitchens, the beating heart behind every banquet. Here, cooks, kitchen maids and servants prepare the feast within a strict hierarchy.
A City Full of Flavour
Beyond the palace walls, markets reveal what the people of Burgundy ate each day. Herring, grain and spices all meet at this crossroads of trade routes, where ingredients arrive from across the world.
Feasting and Going Without
When does luxury become excess? And when does scarcity become real deprivation? Rich food and meagre fare, seasons of feasting and fasting: the table becomes a mirror in which we can examine ourselves.
Highlights Not to be Missed
Met deze kunstwerken schuif je haast mee aan bij een koninklijk banket. Neem plaats aan een rijkelijk gedekte tafel tussen leden van het Habsburgse hof. Een Bourgondisch banket een stijve bedoening? Allesbehalve!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the exhibition included with my ticket?
Yes. The temporary exhibition is included with your museum admission. There's no need to make a separate reservation. Your ticket gives you access to both this exhibition and the permanent exhibition.
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How long does a visit to the exhibition take?
Most visitors allow between 1 and 1.5 hours to explore Burgundian Dining at a relaxed pace. Prefer to take your time reading and reflecting on the artworks? You may want to stay a little longer. Visiting with children or short on time? You can also choose a selection of highlights.
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Is there an audio guide?
Yes. You can collect one free of charge at the beginning of your visit. The audio guide is available in Dutch, French and English.
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Is it suitable for children?
Zeker weten! Voor kinderen vanaf 6 jaar is er een familieparcours, dat hen de expo op een speelse manier laat ontdekken. Kom je met jonge kinderen? Dan vind je op deze pagina extra tips om je bezoek vlot te laten verlopen.
Absolutely. Children aged 6 and over can follow a Family Trail that introduces the exhibition in a fun way. Visiting with younger children? You’ll find additional tips on this page to help your visit run smoothly.
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Can I visit the exhibition with a guide?
Yes. You can book a guided visit for your group or club.
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