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Brussels’ guinguettes return for a special 10th anniversary season

Brussels’ beloved park cafés, the popular guinguettes, are back, marking the start of the open-air season. From late May, terraces across the city’s parks reopen for what promises to be a…

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The Retail Edit: Hybrid retail x tattoo parlours are having a moment in Brussels

There’s no denying interconnecting our daily activities has become the norm these days. With telework, we combine house tasks with professional ones. And when we go out, we like to…

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City vibes: Not just waffles and EU drama

Paris dazzles, London hustles, and Madrid shines with its sun-soaked plazas. And then there’s Brussels. Often overlooked, sometimes underestimated, but quietly – almost mischievously – offering something that many other…

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The Retail Edit: Exciting new stores in Brussels

We love Brussels for its diversity, its culture, its food, its heritage and… its retail scene. To shed more light on this specific facet, our publication has called on Elisa…

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Le Rendez Woof, new social network app for dogs, founded in Brussels

Dogs are social creatures. Humans are too. So, why not make it easier for both to meet, mingle, and have fun together? That’s the idea behind Le Rendez Woof, a…

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Guided Tour with a Taste of Belgian Chocolate

Whether you’re spending time with colleagues, catching up with friends or enjoying a day out with family, our Guided Tour with a Taste of Belgian Chocolate is a delicious way…

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Second edition of MAD Parcours: Brussels fashion and design talent in the spotlight

After a successful first edition, MAD Parcours returns this fall to Brussels city centre. From Wednesday, November 12 to Saturday, November 15, MAD Brussels, the centre for fashion and design,…

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BEL Prizes 2025: the Brussels Expertise Labels turn the spotlight on talents from Brussels

The Brussels Expertise Labels (BEL) organises the 4th edition of the BEL Prizes, from November 14th to November 16th 2025, in Autoworld Brussels. This event will honour the expertise, creativity and…

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Lessons from living and working in the heart of Europe – the good, the tricky, and the unexpected

September in Brussels is a funny month. The heart of Europe doesn’t just get busier – it gets younger, more eager, and slightly overdressed. Traineeships start, new jobs kick off,…

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Leica celebrates 100 years by opening a new boutique in Brussels

A new space dedicated to the Leica universe has opened in Zaventem, near Brussels. Known for its iconic red dot, Leica has embodied innovation, German precision, and timeless design for…

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#ClickRevolution: Watch the trailer for the new documentary film by Brussels-based director Anja Strelec

What happens when a young, educated woman, an independent member of Generation Z who is also an influencer, decides to enter politics? What role do social media play in mobilising…

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10+1 Art Deco landmarks in Brussels you need to see

Brussels is a city of quiet grandeur, a place where historical and modern architecture mix and mingle, with many surprising gems coming your way in most unexpected ways. In 2024,…

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Photo story: Sunny mornings around Brussels Canal

If you are among early risers, you surely know how unique and beautiful mornings can be. This is especially the case during those crispy sunny mornings when the city wakes…

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Brussels’ guinguettes return for a special 10th anniversary season

The Retail Edit: Hybrid retail x tattoo parlours are having a moment in Brussels

City vibes: Not just waffles and EU drama

Become our contributor. Join the team!

The Retail Edit: Exciting new stores in Brussels

Le Rendez Woof, new social network app for dogs, founded in Brussels

Guided Tour with a Taste of Belgian Chocolate

Second edition of MAD Parcours: Brussels fashion and design talent in the spotlight

BEL Prizes 2025: the Brussels Expertise Labels turn the spotlight on talents from Brussels

Lessons from living and working in the heart of Europe – the good, the tricky, and the unexpected

Leica celebrates 100 years by opening a new boutique in Brussels

#ClickRevolution: Watch the trailer for the new documentary film by Brussels-based director Anja Strelec

10+1 Art Deco landmarks in Brussels you need to see

Photo story: Sunny mornings around Brussels Canal

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