Dorien Nuyts Apologizes to Ruben Van Gucht Following ‘Reach to Eat’ Incident

The latest season of the Belgian cooking competition show, Komen Eten (Come to Eat), has seen a moment of unexpected emotional depth as contestant Dorien Nuyts issued an apology to fellow participant Ruben Van Gucht.

The Incident and Apology

The apology stemmed from a remark Nuyts made regarding Van Gucht’s pets, or lack thereof. According to reports, Nuyts stated, “No, since that requires care and love,” in response to a question about whether Van Gucht owned any animals. This comment proved particularly sensitive as Van Gucht had created a memorial for his deceased dog, complete with a dedicated altar P-Magazine.

Nuyts quickly recognized the impact of her words and offered a sincere apology. She and Van Gucht shared a moment, lighting a candle together as a gesture of reconciliation P-Magazine.

Van Gucht’s Reaction and Show Dynamics

Van Gucht, demonstrating grace and understanding, accepted Nuyts’ apology, stating he believed her comment came from a genuine place. P-Magazine. This incident highlights the increasingly intense atmosphere of Komen Eten, where seemingly innocuous moments can quickly escalate into public displays of emotion.

Season Details and Upcoming Episodes

The current season of Komen Eten premiered on February 27, 2026, on Play2. The show features a rotating cast of celebrity guests who take turns hosting and being judged on their culinary skills. Ruben Van Gucht kicked off the season with a unique house rule: providing custom slippers for each guest to maintain the cleanliness of his home Play.

Upcoming episodes will feature Dorien Nuyts hosting a traditional Belgian fries evening at her frituur, Frituur Congé, and comedian Mohsin Abbas fulfilling a long-held dream of appearing on the show Play. Olga Leyers, winner of Celebrity MasterChef Vlaanderen, will too be featured this week.