About Tom van Zeller

Tom van Zeller is one of Yorkshire's brightest young chefs. His genuine passion for fine food and fine dining led to the creation of van Zeller Restaurant in 2009 which has since gone on to win numerous awards. His mission is to provide delicious and innovative food in a stylish setting, complemented by the highest standards of service, but without pretension or formality.

Tom has an impressive grounding in the restaurant trade. He grew up in Harrogate, beginning his career in the famous Bettys Tearooms and at Rudding Park before going on to work in some of the country's finest Michelin star restaurants. He spent time working in London, Sydney and New York before returning to his Yorkshire roots where he now has the backing of David Moore, owner of 2 Michelin stars through Pied à Terre and L’Autre Pied restaurants.

The inspiration behind Van Zellers’

Tom’s story and see him in action.

Front of House

Rebecca Dowling, Front of House Manager, entered the hospitality industry at a young age working in her home town of Ilkley at the Michelin Starred Box Tree for two years before moving to Birmingham to work at another Michelin starred restaurant – Purnells . Such is her talent that after one year, Rebecca was asked to assist opening their sister restaurant The Asquith. Now back in her native Yorkshire, Tom is very proud to have Rebecca on board.

Recipe of the month and
culinary tips

Tom features in many cookery articles and each month shares a a fantastic recipe so you can have a taste of van Zellers in your own home. See this month’s recipes on Tom’s recipe page.

If you’re wanting a cooking tip, then why not ask Tom. Use #asktom and @van_zellers on Twitter and Tom will reply directly to you! If you can’t get the perfect Yorkshire pud – then just #ask Tom

Tom's favourites

In and around Harrogate

Betty's Tearooms, Harrogate

The Coach and Horses pub, Harrogate

Old Bell Tavern, Harrogate

The Fat Badger

Yorke Arms, Pateley Bridge

The Malt Shovel

Arlington Interiors

Accommodation in Harrogate

The Lawrance

Royal Parade Apartments

Further afield

Pied à Terre, London

Georges Bruck Créateur de Foie Gras, Depuis 1852. Strasbourg

The Ledbury

Our favourite suppliers

Taylor Foods - Fish

Wellocks

Johnson & Swarbrick Goosnargh

Bellerbys - Dairy 01423 505868

R&J Butchers - Meat 01765 658611