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Denise Kortlever is a presenter, moderator, and speaker with expertise in food, trends, communication, and health. She combines her background in communication and journalism with genuine interest, infectious enthusiasm, and extensive experience across diverse events.
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Denise Kortlever is a food journalist, trendwatcher, and presenter. As a passionate speaker, she brings food trends, vitality, and a love of food to life. With over 15 years of experience on (inter)national stages and in the media, she knows how to translate complex topics around nutrition and health into stories that resonate and inspire action.
As a bestselling author of internationally acclaimed cookbooks and an expert featured in outlets such as LINDA., NOS, and RTL4, Denise has long been active at the intersection of food, health, and communication. She has been a keynote speaker at events including the Food Inspiration Days and has spoken for companies such as HEMA, Edaka, Zwanenberg, the Vriesvers Platform (including Albert Heijn and Dr. Oetker), Zukunft Institut, and AF&BM about food trends and culinary innovation.
For organizations such as Avans University of Applied Sciences, IJsselland Hospital, and the Ministry of Justice and Security, Denise speaks about healthy eating, vitality, and her scientifically backed Feelgood Formula: a practical approach focusing on energy and real food, tailored to the realities of a busy working life.
In addition to speaking, Denise is an experienced presenter and host. She has hosted international cooking competitions such as the San Pellegrino Young Chef Academy and moderated major events and gala evenings for companies including Unilever, Amsterdam UMC, Misset Horeca, and Compass Group. She also presented a children’s program on Emma TV for many years and online video series for LINDA. and Allerhande.
What sets Denise apart is her unique combination of scientific expertise, journalistic insight, and stage experience. She engages both the head and the heart with genuine interest and infectious, accessible enthusiasm. Clients praise her warm, energetic style and her ability to inspire while providing immediately actionable insights.
As a trendwatcher, Denise speaks about the global food and hospitality trends she identifies. Her presentations are not based on intuition or fleeting fads; she combines hard data – from sales figures to demographic developments – with inspiring real-world examples.
Denise is known for spotting trends at an early stage and explaining them before they become widely adopted. She brings food trends to life and shows how organizations can strategically apply them in product development, assortments, or menus.
Do we really need more protein? Should you choose cow’s milk or oat milk? And why do we often experience an energy dip in the afternoon?
Healthy eating and vitality are topics surrounded by much advice and just as much confusion. As a food journalist, nutrition expert, and trendwatcher, Denise can interpret the latest developments and translate them into clear, practical choices for busy lives.
In this talk, Denise shares the latest scientific insights on healthy eating and introduces her Feelgood Formula, developed with Dutch professors. She demonstrates that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated and that small changes can make a big impact.
After this session, participants will know how to eat nutritiously in a way that fits their life. Scientifically grounded, practical, and with a love of food. The content is always tailored to the audience, including young parents, women, or other specific groups, as different life stages require different focuses.
How do you maintain energy and focus during a day full of meetings, deadlines, and obligations?
In this talk, Denise demonstrates how smart, nutritious eating can directly impact energy, focus, and performance – both individually and organizationally. She translates scientific insights into practical food choices that fit even the busiest schedules, showing how small adjustments can prevent energy dips and keep you sharp throughout the workday.
After this session, participants will have concrete tools to manage their energy more effectively and make the most of their workday.
Many organizations invest in employee wellbeing, but see little long-term impact. In this talk, Denise shows how healthy eating habits at work can make a difference, if they are properly facilitated and appealing enough to maintain.
Through examples, scientific insights, and her infectious love of food, Denise explains which nutritional interventions genuinely contribute to better work performance, greater focus, and lower absenteeism. The focus is on practical steps organizations can take, from designing offerings to smart communication and realistic choices throughout the day.
After this talk, employers and HR professionals will understand how nutrition can be strategically and attractively implemented as part of a productive, healthy work environment.
Everything flowed seamlessly, and her culinary passion was a wonderful addition.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.
I was deeply impressed by the way Denise spots and maps out the latest food trends.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.
True passion for food delivered in an inspiring and powerful presentation.
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars.
‘Denise is a charismatic professional and a perfectionist in everything she does.’
Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars.
‘She is engaged, knowledgeable, well-prepared, and flexible.’
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars.
‘Excellent in both content and delivery.’
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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