From Doubt to Drafts: Two Friends’ Risky Bet on a Spanish Bar Pays Off
Spain – What does it take to launch a new life, and a new business, in a foreign country? For Mitch and Kevin, two young Dutchmen, the answer involved a leap of faith, a hefty dose of hard work, and a bar in Spain. Their journey, recently featured on Dutch television program I leave, is a testament to youthful ambition – and a willingness to learn on the fly.
The idea itself raised eyebrows, even amongst family. Just days before their departure, Kevin’s father, Eric, voiced the concerns of many: “How can two young guests buy a bar in Spain without any catering experience?” He described his son as impulsive, questioning whether the scale of the adventure had truly sunk in.
Even kevin’s stepmother, Jolanda, harbored reservations. While acknowledging Kevin’s comfortable upbringing - “He didn’t really do much, a made bed was about it” – she also saw a spark of potential. “Now he really has to do it himself,” she conceded, adding, “I think they will make it together. It will work out.”
Arriving in Spain, the reality of transforming an empty building into a thriving bar quickly proved more challenging than anticipated. “In all respects, we underestimated the project,” Kevin admitted. The difficulties compounded when their initial project broker withdrew his support, frustrated by their decision to deviate from his proposed plans.
But Mitch and Kevin refused to be deterred. Despite missing their initial opening deadline, they persevered, pouring two extra months of relentless effort into the venture. the doors opened.
“I was very tense this morning,” Kevin confessed,recalling the grand opening. Thankfully, their hard work paid off as customers began to fill the space. The emotional weight of the moment was palpable for Eric, who struggled to contain his pride. “Super proud. Today is the day. It’s a considerable tension that is now falling away,” he said, visibly moved.
Looking back on their adventure, both Mitch and Kevin express immense satisfaction. “I love it totally. I’m doing it with my best self,” Mitch enthused. Kevin echoed the sentiment, stating they’d “learned more in the last twenty years in the Netherlands.”
Their story is a compelling reminder that sometimes, the biggest risks yield the greatest rewards – and that a little bit of naiveté can be overcome with determination and a strong friendship.
Catch I leave every Saturday at 9:35 pm on NPO 1.
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