Belgium: Brussels
Areas in the city:
In a nutshell...
Known as the capital of comic strips, Brussels is also unique for its mix of modern buildings and Art Nouveau style homes.
An animated and festive city, it is not rare to witness a fanfare or a parade in the Grand Place nor is it uncommon to see the Mannekenpis being adomed in a new costume; Brussels is a city for walking.
The city is spread out, with 19 districts depicting many different faces of the capital. Ixelles is famous for its nightlife, where Saint-Gilles, particularly the Maison Horta, is popular with those who are interested in Art Nouveau.
Truly European in character, Brussels offers all the Belgian specialities, from beer to waffles, but Italian and French dishes are also popular. This is a city where everyone can find something of interest.
Brussels : Restaurants
LA CUISINE
La Cuisine, open in 2004, can be found between Flagey Place and Balli street. On the wall, two lunches are offered as well as several desserts and and minimal but good selection of wines. In an old bucher shop, which has its tiled floor and the beams from which once hung meats and sausages (today they serve as coat racks) the customer will find chairs of all different styles. In the kitchen, Spanish chef Miguel Exposito creates excellent dishes like his specialty "'takaki" (flamed argentinian beef which is served after it has recooled.) with soy beans, mint, sesame and ginger (18€). In nicer weather, tables and chairs are set up outside.
IXELLES 1050
00 32 2 644 29 21
