Meatballs — Culinary Documentary (Amsterdam)

Client: Restaurant Meatballs
Role: Filmmaker (Filming & Direction) · Editor · Colorist · Sound Design/Mix
Tools: DaVinci Resolve (Edit, Color, Fairlight, Fusion)

Project Goal

Reveal the essence of a neighborhood culinary gem by showing how a simple idea—elevating the humble meatball—becomes a craft-driven experience.

What I Did

• Filmed and directed on location with full kitchen access; process-driven coverage (prep → seasoning → shaping → searing).
• Edited a clear, appetizing narrative that weaves perspectives from the owner, butcher Fontijn, and the general manager.
• Designed foley and built a warm, intimate Fairlight mix to support texture and rhythm.
• Developed a natural, honest grade that protects true food color and keeps the kitchen feel authentic.
• Managed finishing and platform-ready exports for web/social.

Deliverables

• Master short documentary (landscape)
• Social cut-downs (1:1 and 9:16) with captions for silent playback

Outcome

An honest, appetite-forward portrait of the people and process behind Meatballs—simple idea, meticulous craft—designed for site, socials, and presentations.

Location: Amsterdam city center