Vision

Laurence De Smet and Abel Demeestere share a common vision: gastronomy as an experience, with respect for the produce, the seasons and the details.

With a background in classical cuisine and a love of refinement, Abel leads the creative direction in the kitchen — pure, layered and always with a distinctive signature. Laurence brings elegance to the dining room and a hospitality that feels natural: discreet, warm and attentive.

After years of experience in renowned establishments, Abel and Laurence took over Restaurant Arenberg with the ambition of bringing a renewed vision, while staying true to the restaurant’s rich tradition. EST is the result of that vision: a place where flavours speak, silence nourishes, and every dish tells a story.