Photo by Tom Ritson on Unsplash MEPs have adopted a resolution that condemns China’s continued military provocations against Taiwan and firmly rejects any unilateral change to the status-quo in the Taiwan Strait. These attempts, it says, particularly by means of force or coercion, will not be accepted and will incur a decisive and…
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Alsace Cuisine Featured by “Wine Days”
Photo by Arvid Høidahl on Unsplash Alsace cuisine is heading to Brussels at the city’s annual “wine days” event, a month-long jamboree showcasing some of the best food and drink from France. The region, located on the west bank of the Rhine River bordering Germany, is known for the quality of its food…
The Best Croquettes Aux Crevettes in Brussels
Photo by Poul Hoang on Unsplash It’s official …. food critics have crowned “Bouillon” for creating the best croquette in Brussels. The fifth edition of the Brussels competition that celebrates that gem of Belgian cuisine, the delicious shrimp croquette, was recently held. After a blind taste test, the jury made up of food…
10 October, Taiwan National Day
Photo by Tom Ritson on Unsplash Taiwan’s ambassador to the EU and Belgium has hit out at what he calls distorted claims about the island by China. Ambassador Roy Chun Lee, Representative of the Taipei Representative Office in the European Union and Belgium, was speaking on Wednesday. He told an audience in Brussels…
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Pope Francis Visits Belgium
Is it too early to talk about pantomime?
Oh no it isn’t! Yes, preparations for that much-loved of English traditions the panto are back in full swing. The panto season does not actually start until nearer Christmas but, as they are so popular all over the country, plans such as casting are already well under way and tickets are selling fast. For many…