Restaurant Misverstand is a Belgian reality show based on a British format called The Restaurant That Makes Mistakes, which, in turn, was inspired by the Japanese experiment Restaurant of Mistaken Orders, by Shiro Oguni. The show is hosted by Dieter Coppens, with chef Seppe Nobels.[1] The production also features the support of assistant chef Romina and specialist Anouck de Bruijn from the Dementia Expertise Center in Flanders.
| Restaurant Misverstand | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Reality show |
| Created by | Shiro Oguni |
| Based on | The Restaurant That Makes Mistakes |
| Presented by | Dieter Coppens |
| Country of origin | Belgium |
| Original language | Dutch |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| Production | |
| Production companies | Roses Are Blue Red Arrow |
| Original release | |
| Network | VRT |
In November 2024, the second season of the show won the International Emmy Award for Best Non-Scripted Entertainment category in New York.[2]
Format
editThe show aims to address the common misunderstanding faced by people with early-onset dementia, who are often forced to leave their jobs, leading to a loss of self-confidence. The program's goal is to change perceptions by showing what these individuals are still capable of achieving after the diagnosis.[3]
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award | Category | Nominated | Result |
| 2024 | 52nd International Emmy Awards | Best Non-Scripted Entertainment | Restaurant Misverstand[4] | Won |
References
edit- ^ “Mijn gedachten zijn bij de intussen overleden deelnemers”: Dieter Coppens draagt Emmy Award op aan alle medewerkers van ‘Restaurant Misverstand’. HLN. Retrieved December 12, 2024
- ^ International Emmy for VRT 1 programme ‘Restaurant misverstand’. VRT. Retrieved December 12, 2024
- ^ Restaurant That Makes Mistakes wins prestigious International Emmy Award: “A tribute to the courage of participants and caregivers”. Vet international. Retrieved December 12, 2024
- ^ "International Emmys Nominations: Three Countries Vying For Both Drama & Comedy Series Awards". Deadline.com. Retrieved December 12, 2024.