Known as the ‘capital of Europe’, Brussels represents an approach to gastronomy that’s appreciative of an incredibly wide variety of culinary cultures. Travelling through the northeast of Belgium demands the finest gourmands stop at chip shops, bars, craft breweries and Michelin-starred restaurants alike. The journey continues in museums with splendid paintings of still lifes and in the unique chalet atmosphere of beautiful Christmas markets. Belgium vibrates to the rhythm of dishes that are never pretentious but often very tasty.
Culinary tourism has developed enormously in the Belgian capital in recent years. Young chefs and new restaurants have progressively reinvented classic dishes including cervelas sausages, chicory au gratin, vol-au-vents or shrimp croquettes. Every fall, the Eat Festival brings together around sixty chefs in the city for four days, to the delight of gourmands…
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On the edge of the beautiful Sonian forest, renowned Chef Pascal Devalkeneer achieves the perfect balance between traditional and avant-garde concepts. This talented chef’s cuisine is well-thought out and beautifully executed. Delectable Per Se caviar and broccoli flowers, Parmentier style, enhance the...
Hotel and restaurant in town. Only 50 metres from the Place du Marché, this fine 19th century building is the ideal starting point to explore on foot, by carriage or boat the historic, mythical and romantic town of Bruges, its museums and boutique. On returning to the Heritage, relax in one of the guest rooms with their unique, sophisticated décor or in the comfortable lounge bar, Le Magnum. To savour local cuisine, head for Le Mystique restaurant, with its charm that has remained intact since 1869, where you will be privy to the delights of a 14th century wine cellar. The vaulted fitness room has also been wonderfully preserved and dates from the 12th century.
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Considered the culinary capital of Flanders, Antwerp offers both gourmet restaurants with a global world-view and humble chip shops that are as local as they are tasty. Foodies will enjoy exploring the city’s many small, independent chocolatiers and purveyors of Antwerpse handjes, or Antwerp hands–delicious cakes whose recipe dates back to 1934. Others will want to tour its craft breweries or the aptly named Elixir d’Anvers–a liqueur to be consumed in moderation.
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The ninth floor of Antwerp's Museum of historical culture (MAS) is home to masterpieces of a very special kind. This is where self-taught chef Viki Geunes has established his restaurant Zilte. Enjoy a moment of discovery and emotions, with a breathtaking view of the harbour and the city of Antwerp....
Hotel and restaurant in town. Beyond the sheer beauty of Kasteel van Ordingen, the remarkable hospitality of its owner, Richard Sleurs, is such that one feels immediately at home. Like the lord of the castle, enjoy a splendid holiday between the cities of Liege, Maastricht and Brussels. Gilding, antiques and Flemish Renaissance architecture set the scene for this exceptional hotel, which has been lavishly restored and modernised, as evidenced by its 32 rooms and suites designed by the famous interior designer Pieter Porters. Ideal for a relaxing family break or a romantic weekend, enjoy an intimate Vespa ride or a leisurely jaunt on an electric bicycle. Wind through the orchards and hills to discover the lush green nature and beautiful landscape of the province of Limburg. In the evening, Kasteel van Ordingen lights up and an unforgettable dinner awaits in the Aurum gourmet restaurant. Known for his flavoursome, responsible and highly creative cuisine, the talented chef Gary Kirchens will delight all with his array of deliciously bold dishes.
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Ter Dolen abbey beer has been brewed since 1994 at De Dool castle. The stables of the former summer residence of the abbots of Saint-Trond Abbey provide an amazing setting for a high-tech brasserie. The guided tour provides a fascinating introduction to brewing, the manufacturing process and the bottling...
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Hasselt Christmas Market
Undoubtedly one of the most exciting Christmas markets in Belgium, the small Hasselt market, originally created in the 2000s, has established itself as the quintessential place for all lovers of Christmas spirit, complete with wooden chalets, mulled wine and other tasty treats. On the menu: sausages,...
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Wilderen Brewery Tour
Wilderen was once a gigantic distillery, built in 1890, but which was abandoned for a long time. Reopening in 2011 after more than 70 years of inactivity, it is today both a prime example of the region’s dynamic industrial heritage and also the ideal place to taste a Tripel Kanunnik (brewed with four...
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A tea ceremony in the Japanese Gardens of Hasselt
Twinned with the town of Itami, near Osaka, Japan, Hasselt is home to an unexpected and delightful Japanese garden, called Japanse Tuin. In the heart of this haven of tranquility, a pretty tea house regularly hosts tasting ceremonies, where tea master, Staf Daems, explains the principles behind the practice...
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Ter Dolen Brewery Tour
Ter Dolen abbey beer has been brewed since 1994 at De Dool castle. The stables of the former summer residence of the abbots of Saint-Trond Abbey provide an amazing setting for a high-tech brasserie. The guided tour provides a fascinating introduction to brewing, the manufacturing process and the bottling...
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Hasselt Christmas Market
Undoubtedly one of the most exciting Christmas markets in Belgium, the small Hasselt market, originally created in the 2000s, has established itself as the quintessential place for all lovers of Christmas spirit, complete with wooden chalets, mulled wine and other tasty treats. On the menu: sausages,...
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