The Golden Boy
Guinness World Record Most Expensive Burger in the World
In 2021, chef Robbert Jan de Veen set a Guinness World Record with a remarkable creation: The Golden Boy.
Developed and presented at restaurant De Daltons in the Netherlands, this burger gained worldwide attention as the most expensive burger in the world.
With a price of €5000, The Golden Boy combines rare luxury ingredients, culinary craftsmanship and a unique story.
The story behind The Golden Boy
The Golden Boy was created by chef Robbert Jan de Veen at restaurant De Daltons in Voorthuizen, the Netherlands.
The burger was officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the most expensive hamburger in the world.
Priced at €5000 and consisting of 148 ingredients, The Golden Boy quickly attracted international media attention.
But the story actually began many years earlier.
As a child, Robbert often browsed through the Guinness World Records books owned by his grandmother. The extraordinary achievements fascinated him from an early age.
Years later, he decided to pursue a record himself.
Official Guinness World Record
On June 28, 2021, The Golden Boy was officially presented at restaurant De Daltons in the Netherlands.
The burger was recognized as:
Most Expensive Hamburger (single portion)by Guinness World Records.
Setting the record required an extensive verification process.
This included:
- independent witnesses
- an official adjudicator
- live verification
- detailed photographic documentation
After reviewing all submitted evidence, Guinness World Records officially confirmed the record.
148 ingredients
The Golden Boy combines some of the most luxurious ingredients in global gastronomy.
Among the most notable ingredients are:
- Japanese A5 Wagyu
- Beluga caviar
- Alaskan King Crab
- Paleta Ibérico Bellota ham
- White truffle
- Wyke Farms truffle cheddar
- BBQ sauce with Kopi Luwak coffee and Macallan whisky
- Dom Pérignon champagne onion rings
- saffron champagne bun covered in gold leaf
Despite the luxury ingredients, the concept remains simple.
A burger should still be eaten with your hands.
Because the bun is covered in edible gold leaf, guests literally end up with golden fingers.
A world record with a purpose
The first Golden Boy burger was sold on June 28, 2021.
The burger was purchased by Remia and eaten by Robert Willemse, chairman of Koninklijke Horeca Nederland.
The full €5000 from the sale was donated to the food bank.
This contribution helped provide over 1000 food packages for families in need.
Worldwide media attention
The Golden Boy received international media attention across the globe.
From Europe to North America and from Asia to Australia, newspapers and news websites covered the story of the world’s most expensive burger.
In the Netherlands, the record also received extensive coverage through radio interviews and television appearances.
In total, more than 200 international media publications reported on The Golden Boy.
World's most expensive Burger 'the Golden Boy' presentation 28-6-2021
FAQ About The Golden Boy
The Golden Boy costs €5000 and was officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the most expensive hamburger in the world.
The first Golden Boy was created at restaurant De Daltons in Voorthuizen, the Netherlands.
However, The Golden Boy can also be prepared on location for special events, demonstrations or exclusive dining experiences.
Chef Robbert is available to recreate The Golden Boy both in the Netherlands and internationally, depending on the event and location.
The Golden Boy contains 148 ingredients, including Wagyu, Beluga caviar, King Crab and white truffle.
Since its introduction, The Golden Boy has been sold 12 times.
Experience The Golden Boy
The Guinness World Record burger The Golden Boy can be enjoyed at our location or prepared on request for exclusive dinners, demonstrations and special events.
Chef Robbert can recreate The Golden Boy in the Netherlands and internationally, depending on the event and location.
Get in touch to discuss the possibilities.