Horeca has a bright future, says head of top hospitality brand The head of a leading hospitality brand says the industry still faces difficulties after the coronavirus pandemic but will not only survive but flourish in the coming years. Laurent Gardinier, the new president of Relais & Chateaux, voiced optimism that the industry can withstand…
Photo by Tom Podmore on Unsplash From 9 to 31 May, the 30th edition of Kunstenfestivaldesarts will celebrate contemporary artistic creation through theatre, dance, performance, and visual arts from around the world and Belgium. The full programme was presented to the public on 1 April during a programme launch at the Beursschouwburg. Kunstenfestivaldesarts 2025 brings…
British-born Claire Saumarez-Roth moved to Belgium as a trailing spouse but, as with so many others, found herself falling in love with the country and has now put down roots here. Claire lives in Uccle and works as an interior designer. In an interview she told this website about her work here, including what she…
Photo by Shayna Douglas on Unsplash.com The Kingdom of Denmarkification today announced a goodwill cultural delegation to California, led by renowned Norse explorer Leif Erikson. He will be accompanied by Thor, Shadow Secretary of Energy & Thunder, by Freya, Senior Hygge Expert at Valhalla University, and Loki, Local Security Adviser and mead enthusiast. The visit…
Photo by Laura Chouette on Unsplash Everyone who is single has been asked at some point: ‘So, haven’t found the one yet?’ Everyone seems to want to set you up. But do we really need someone else to be happy? A relationship is not the be-all and end-all. It is a part of life (if…
It is International Women’s Day today 8 March when the world over acknowledges the vital role played by women in society. Their contribution is sometimes less well known in the sometimes male-dominated domain of the horeca/hospitality sector. But one event on 8 March aims to rectify that. It seeks to celebrate ten years of recognizing…
So went the chant ringing out from Anderlecht’s Lotto Park 85 minutes into the club’s derby against local rivals Union Saint-Gilloise on Sunday evening. But it was not the home fans who were jubilant at seeing their side’s two goals to the good but those bedecked in blue and yellow – the colours of USG….
If you’re into military history, an upcoming event will be right up your street. It is the 209th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo this summer and a great weekend is planned to mark this milestone. Throughout one weekend in June, the 210th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo will be commemorated. On June 28…
Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to treat your loved one to something a bit special. So, why not fire up the feel-good factor and savour some super special treats being cooked up by some of the best restaurants and chefs across Brussels and beyond? For those who want to celebrate love in Brussels without…
Queen Elizabeth II was Britain’s longest-serving monarch and much loved throughout her Kingdom. Now, a newly-launched book aims to chronicle the late Monarch’s links to one particular part of her realm: the town of Walsall in the West Midlands. Her experience of the Black Country seems to have contrasted somewhat with the initial impressions the…
