Art & Culture

Hidden Belgium: De Achtersikkel

The massive stone houses in this dark lane date from that violent period when wealthy families lived in houses that were built like fortresses.

Monday, 27 March 2023

From the Aztecs to Neuhaus: How Belgian chocolate conquered the world

It all began when conquistador Hernán Cortés met Aztec chiefs in Mexico in 1519 and discovered the sacred standing of the cocoa bean in their culture.

Sunday, 26 March 2023

Hidden Belgium: De Pelgrim

De Pelgrim is an old Antwerp cafe opposite the De Koninck brewery. So you know to ask for a bolleke.

Sunday, 26 March 2023

New contemporary art space 'Fondation blan' opens in Ixelles

“We invite artists who are part of the spirit of the foundation, who interpret and question meaning and critical thinking with a constant quest for aesthetic research.”

Saturday, 25 March 2023

Hidden Belgium: Huset

"Huset is a place where anything can happen."

Friday, 24 March 2023

Brussels Metro appears in Netflix show 'Braqueurs'

"Don't forget: movies remain movies. Nothing is what it seems. Better not to imitate that," STIB said on social media.

Thursday, 23 March 2023

Hidden Belgium: Lulu Kanal

As well as selling stylish furniture, the store has a big cafe where locals gather for coffee or a healthy lunch.

Wednesday, 22 March 2023

Thieves make off with comic book plates worth €60,000

Twelve original pages of an early Cowboy Henk comic book, worth a total of €60,000, meant for an exhibition in Corsica, were stolen on Sunday night.

Tuesday, 21 March 2023

Antwerp Diamond Museum to reopen on Friday after one-year closure

A new permanent exhibition showing the different phases of production of a diamond jewel will be inaugurated on Friday at the Antwerp Diamond Museum.

Tuesday, 21 March 2023

Francophone culture hit by energy crisis despite Covid-19 recovery

The energy costs of some theatres "have multiplied by three or by four."

Tuesday, 21 March 2023

Moodymann, Omar S and Bibi Seck: Paradise City Festival announces 40 new names

Paradise City Festival takes place just outside of Brussels from 30 June to 2 July, and is renowned for its impressive stage setup, audio and lighting systems.

Tuesday, 21 March 2023

Museum of Capitalism opens in Brussels

The museum was born from a visit to the Museum of Communism in Prague. The lack of an equivalent institution for capitalism led to its creation.

Tuesday, 21 March 2023

Hidden Belgium: Tervuren street art

The town has created a 3 km walk that takes you past the works.

Tuesday, 21 March 2023

Green wave of Irish cinema hits Brussels

Irish Film Festival Belgium runs from March 21st-March 25th in Brussels, Antwerp and Ghent. Over 20 films and a number of live panel discussions will be organised celebrating Irish culture.

Monday, 20 March 2023

Iconic Brussels venue Hôtel Métropole to sell off its historic Belle Epoque items

Bar furniture, signed guest books, chandeliers, a piano, and cutlery from the historic venue, which opened in 1896, will go to auction on 30 March.

Sunday, 19 March 2023

Hidden Belgium: Le Millefeuille

Millefeuille is a small bookshop and lunchroom in a quiet Brussels neighbourhood. The owners also organise literary evenings to discuss French novels.

Sunday, 19 March 2023

American rapper Chris Brown risks fine after smoking in Brussels nightclub

The founder of the Bloody Louis nightclub regrets the incident but clarified that Brown was not smoking a joint.

Saturday, 18 March 2023

Hidden Belgium: Bus 95

But 95 takes you from central Brussels to Boitsfort and the vast forest that wraps around the southern edge of the city, with trails running in all directions.

Saturday, 18 March 2023

Sound wars: Fuse nightclub again faces sound limits

Brussels-Environment's changes to the nightclub's licence have been annulled, though the club will have to adhere to stricter noise limits.

Friday, 17 March 2023

What to do in Brussels this weekend: 17 – 19 March

From exploring a festival of water to an early edition of Belgium's largest Latin American event, find out what's on this weekend in Brussels.

Friday, 17 March 2023