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Brussels: cultural crossroads

Optimism, peace, new technologies, scientific discoveries and – last but not least – a flourishing art scene: these are the things we associate with t…

Belgian chocolate on top form

Belgian chocolate is praised all over the world for its superior quality. Our chocolatiers have an impressive reputation, which is mainly due to the b…

The world’s last horseback shrimp fishermen, Oostduinkerke

Today, Oostduinkerke – about 20km down the coast from Oostende – is the only place in the world where horseback shrimp fishermen still ply the shallow…

Kinrooi, the home of white asparagus

Emma discovers what the Belgians call their 'white gold' on a visit to Leo's asparagus farm in Kinrooi.

Shrimp fishing Oostduinkerke

A special tradition that combines the power of horses and the will of men, to bring us a tiny, sweet gift from the sea – the Belgian Grey Shrimp.

Genoels-Elderen: Europe’s northernmost vineyard

Emma talks about her first steps in wine tasting on her visit to the chateau of Genoels-Elderen in Limburg.