In other words: Gourmetten is a beloved Dutch Winter tradition where everyone sits around a table and cooks their own food on a small, table-top electric grill. — but most regular Dutch folk consider the tradition a fitting way to stuff themselves with huge quantities of wine and meat. So why is gourmetten such an essential Dutch tradition? It is the signature fragrance of Dutch Christmas, consisting of nostalgia, burnt grease and a hint of snackbar. Gourmetten is a great Dutch tradition!