This delightful Dutch film is full of Rotterdam humor, friendship, and guts. De Marathon (2012) tells the story of four friends who, in financial distress, decide to run the Rotterdam Marathon to save their garage. A heartwarming story about perseverance and camaraderie.
€66.50 per person for movie and dinner
Head chef Anja Sluijs
Truly Dutch with a touch of Rotterdam
The Marathon (2012) is a heartwarming comedy about four friends who are in danger of losing their garage. When their debts pile up, they decide to run the Rotterdam Marathon to raise sponsorship money. This film is full of humor, setbacks, and unforgettable moments, but above all, they discover the power of friendship. The film is in Dutch.
This film is all about perseverance and humor! On this day, we will serve you a mix of Dutch and sporty snacks: simple, savory, and prepared with love. Just like in the film, it’s all about taste and enjoying things together. Be inspired by the Rotterdam mentality of De Marathon.









What you see, is what you eat. During *The Marathon*, you eat exactly what is being eaten in the film at that moment. The culinary script by Cinema Culinair determines the timing for our chef and service staff. Good movie + good food + great timing. That last bit makes all the difference. For example: if, after a night out in Amsterdam that got a little out of hand, your friends are eating their shawarma at around 53 minutes and 21 seconds, you’ll be served the same dish. Not too early, not too late, but right on time. That way, you’ll experience *The Marathon* not only with your eyes and ears, but also with your taste buds.
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Come on time and get a taste of the atmosphere. No cinema, no restaurant, but an urban or classic ballroom with high ceilings, movie screens and long tables. But first: buy a bottle of wine to accompany the film. Or something else delicious.
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At the table, you’ll be told how it works. Seven carefully prepared dishes are served, perfectly timed with the film. There is a break halfway the movie. As soon as the movie starts, the first dishes appear in front of you, quickly and efficiently. Then it’s time to countdown…. 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 and taste. Together all at once.
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You eat exactly the same as the actors in the movie. Right down to the second. So you experience the film with all your senses: see, hear, smell, taste and feel. It couldn’t be more intense. see, hear, smell, taste and feel. As if you were sitting at the table with the actors.
These are the dishes from the movies that you eat on the second flush with the movie.
Upon arrival, a platter of Dutch delicacies such as deviled eggs, sausage with pickles, and cheese cubes will be served.
Filled birthday cake.
Cooking satay on the barbecue.
Vega: Tempeh Satay
Generously filled Turkish pizza with grilled vegetables, feta cheese, and homemade garlic sauce (vegetarian)
Turkish pizza is completely vegetarian.
A Dutch pastry that is both sweet and nostalgic, consisting of a soft cake filling covered with a layer of creamy buttercream. Topped with a thin layer of marzipan and dipped in dark chocolate at both ends, giving it a delicious, crunchy bite.<br>In the context of the film, the mergpijpje plays a symbolic role. It is not only a treat, but also represents Dutch conviviality and the camaraderie between the main characters. The way they interact with food, humor, and each other reflects their simple but warm lifestyle.
Just what you need after a night out with friends. It consists of a warm, crispy bun filled with juicy, seasoned pieces of vegan kebab, fresh lettuce, tomato, and a generous dollop of homemade garlic sauce. It is devoured greedily by the characters and reflects the uncomplicated, no-nonsense atmosphere of the film. Just like the story itself: simple, hearty, and straight from the heart.
Heartwarming classic, just like in the movie: a little messy, but irresistible.
It is not possible to take allergens into account. If you can’t have something, skip this dish. Also consider the all-vegetarian menu. There are two choices: all dishes as in the movie. Or: fully vegetarian. Changing a dish is not possible.
Allergenen
Gang met ingrediënt
Shellfish
N/A (not applicable).
Fish
N/A (not applicable).
Nuts
Corridor: 2 (Peanuts), 3 (Nuts & seeds), 4 (Nuts), 5 (Traces of peanuts) & 6 (Traces of nuts)
Lactose/milk.
Corridor: 1, 3, 4, 5 & 6
Gluten
Corridor: 1, 2 (traces of gluten), 3, 4, 5 & 6
Celery
Corridor: 3, 5
This delightful Dutch film is full of humor and camaraderie that lasts until the end of the Rotterdam marathon.
The Marathon is a Dutch film from 2012. It tells the story of four friends who run a car company but are struggling to keep their heads above water. When their debts pile up, they decide to participate in the Rotterdam Marathon to raise sponsorship money.
This heartwarming story about perseverance, camaraderie, and chasing dreams is complemented by typical Dutch delicacies that you can taste at our restaurant, together with the unforgettable protagonists.
Great night out
Great night out, so nice that combination of film and food at the same time as in the film, streamlined service and delicious snacks.
Sandra MelisHad a great evening
Had a great evening; eating the dish shown on the movie screen greatly enhances your movie experience! Delicious food, cozy atmosphere, highly recommended!
Miriam SchumackerVery nice and tasty experience
Very fun and delicious experience. At the same time with the main character himself live tasting what is eaten in the movie, who wouldn't want that? With your date, with friends, as a family outing - this is a top experience! Be quick though because tickets always sell out quickly.
Heleen VTSSpecial evening out
Special evening out: watching a movie and eating what you see. Super fun and it was so tasty!! Delicious food and fantastic to experience, I will definitely go again!
Tanja MolewijkEat what you see is brilliant...
Rutger and his team have developed this concept into a beautiful experience! The romantic idea is correct. Long tables, good atmosphere, good conversations and good food. It's amazing how good quality food it is to serve so many people at the same time. And let's face it, eat what you see is brilliant...
Arjen de BruinI'm a big fan!
Super fun concept where you watch film and are served dishes during the film that are also eaten at the same time in the film. I'm a big fan!
Tjandra, 2024Perfect Combination of Film, Drinks and Conviviality!
The boozy brunch at Sideways was a huge success! The atmospheric location, perfect timing of the drinks and delicious snacks made it extra fun. Super fun, with those drinks included! Fitted perfectly with this film, of course; we were given lots of goodies to taste and we had a great time!
Ellen, 2024This is an experience you really need to experience
This is an experience you really have to experience. The chocolate presented with the film Chocolat was really brilliant. The whole entourage is cool.
Desirée, 2024Delicious Food, Great Atmosphere and Immediately Fancy Next Time!
Hugely enjoyable experience. Nice food, positive atmosphere and very nice staff. 2nd time I've gone, this time taking my parents with me and they also immediately check when the next show is that we will visit.
Madelief, 2024We will definitely come back again!
Had a great night out at Cinema Culinair! A very fun and original concept that was executed very well. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was cosy and the film ‘The Menu’ fitted in perfectly. We will definitely come back again!
Myra, 2024Perfect concept for a night out.
Perfect concept for an evening out. The food is also excellent for vegetarians. Partly because of the friendly service, the small scale and beautiful location (Tolhuis Amsterdam), there is a pleasant atmosphere.
Claudia, 2024Cinema Culinary Makes Movie Dinners Exciting
Some films literally make your mouth water, and I am not talking about handsome actors, but the delicious food that passes by on screen.
Bye Bye BankhangenFood and cinema... combined!
Unique and great experience for lovers of food and cinema combined... The best way to be immersed in a movie....
Guilleaume, 2024What an experience. Eating = coming together
What an experience. Eating = coming together, that is very clear here. The atmosphere is so cozy, respectful, nice. Chocolat is highly recommended for a filling brunch, and this experience tastes like more. Finally, respect for the great service and reception! 3
Doortje, 2024This is highly recommended!
This is a truly unique experience that you must experience! We went for the film Ratatouille. Despite having seen this one many times before, this was a completely different experience. If you are looking for a unique gift or fun date night, this is highly recommended!
Iris, 2024Such a fun and new experience!
Such a fun and new experience! Delicious food, wines and incredibly cozy brunch this way. Nice atmosphere and really nice as a gift, date or just nice day out!
Eveline, 2024Enjoyed the food, atmosphere and the movie of course!
This is a great night out. Cinema and dinner? Why not at the same time and eat with the movie characters. Chef and Ratatouille attended both nights enjoyed the food, atmosphere and the movie of course!
Gerben, 2024Super fun experience!
Been to cinema culinair for the 2nd time now. Super fun experience! Perfect combination of 2 of my favorite things, food and movies! Definitely going there again.
Robyn, 2024What an A-MA-ZING evening
What an A-MA-ZING evening this was, the slogan “what you see is what you eat” really comes true. Without giving too much away, you really have to experience this yourself, this is a real must do/see.
Petra, 2024Multidimensional experience!
See what you eat and eat what you see, all in a great atmospheric location. Highly recommended!
Gijs, 2024The whole experience is fantastic!!! An experience that really needs to be experienced. A good feel-good movie and fantastic food. We watched the movie Chef and ooh.... the gumbo.... I could write an ode to the gumbo. It can seriously cure depression!!!
Melisandra, 2024Unique in the world
‘Unique in the world. High customer appreciation. Significant growth potential. Finalist in our innovation top 100 of 2019.
KVKNicest gift to be given
‘Best gift to give. And to receive. Exceeds all expectations.’
LeukedingendoenWhere Film and Taste Merge Perfectly
‘Watch a film and taste it in real time. It can’t get more intense than that #bucketlist’
ELLE etenOne of the best experiences in film/food worldwide
‘One of the best experiences in film/food worldwide. When in Holland, go!’
American Express‘Taste sensation that provides a total experience of the film. Enjoy with all your senses.’
Nu.nl‘This is so much fun. Food film: double the enjoyment. I’m a fan. Also of their cookbook.’
NRC - Janneke VreugdenhilGeen berichten gevonden.

Movie with brunch
At Secret Cinema, you are invited to a brunch that is anything but ordinary. You don't know in advance what you will see or taste, but you can count on an imaginative menu that is sometimes sweet, sometimes naughty, and always surprising. Think of flavors that take you back to your childhood, moments when you wonder what else is to come, and a film that perfectly complements this playful culinary journey. A brunch full of fun, wonder, and a touch of magic—but the rest remains a closely guarded secret.
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