In days gone by in this northwest district of the city, Brussels was bustling more than anywhere else: the fair was in full swing. Then, calm and relaxation settled in…
To my left is the counter—gourmand, fresh, almost ruthlessly so. What else can I write… irresistible. I dare anyone to pass this window without stopping to appreciate one of the…
A resolutely modern brasserie – Happy's has immaculate decor that’s set around a majestic bar, with fireplace and piano to one side, a restaurant on one floor, with a 50-seat…
The Brasserie-Oyster bar that Ixelles has been missing. Who doesn’t know the Toucan Brasserie, with its colourful and animated atmosphere, its brasserie cuisine, both modern and hearty? Those are just…
Praise is undoubtedly due in welcoming Emile van Landuyt 's bright idea - not only has he brought life and soul back to this old neighbourhood bistro on the corner…
Restaurant Vincent marks the ages: with its fine traditional cuisine it has reigned over the Îlot sacré, regaling us with its gourmet fervour for three generations. This place has a…
Six years have flown by since she decided to give offal its proper place, and La Boma is showing no signs of wrinkles – she is just as ambitious and dynamic,…
Looking for the ultimate in meat ? Then you have to head to Mons to discover the phenomenon of "elite carne". Installed in recent years in the heart of the…
Our last visit to Michel Tosar’s place only confirmed what we already knew: the change in direction has been a great success. Abandoning so called ‘gastronomy’ for the grill and…
A ‘Marché aux Poissons’ institution; in its old-fashioned, charmingly antiquated café, regular Bij den Boer customers relax in a friendly atmosphere and enjoy simple, fortifying, delicious food. Marnic Malaise and…
In the family of restaurants where the welcome can be described as 'noble' I must include 't Verschil. Initially a cook, Peter Maertens learned his trade in impressive houses such…
