The King of Waltz Has a Secret Life You’ve Never Seen. When the music stops and the lights go down, André Rieu heads straight to the kitchen. He’s not just cooking for fun—he’s cooking for love, and his wife is the reason behind it all.

“The Maestro in the Kitchen”: André Rieu Reveals His Hidden Passion for Cooking—And It’s All for His Wife

We know him as the King of Waltz, the world-renowned violinist and conductor who fills stadiums with timeless music and spectacular performances. But behind the spotlight and grandeur, André Rieu has a surprisingly down-to-earth, delicious hobby: cooking and baking at home.

In a recent interview, Rieu opened up about his love for the kitchen—a passion that many fans never knew about. And it turns out, it’s not just about food. “My wife loves everything I cook. So I cook and bake for her. That’s my real joy when I’m not on stage,” he confessed with a warm smile.

From homemade pastries to hearty dinners, Rieu finds serenity in preparing meals that bring comfort and happiness to his beloved wife, Marjorie. He even experiments with traditional Dutch recipes, giving them his own twist—much like the way he reinvents classical music with flair and soul.

“Music is about feelings, and so is cooking,” Rieu added. “When I play, I want people to feel joy. When I cook, I want my wife to feel loved.”

While fans around the world swoon over his violin, it’s the scent of fresh-baked bread or a simmering stew that truly melts hearts at home. Who knew the maestro had magic in both hands—the bow and the spatula?