1. Taste of Belgium, Waffle & Chicken, $10 (brunch/lunch), $14 (dinner) This Belgian bistro took on a beloved Southern classic with great success, topping a dense, sugary Liège waffle with crunchy fried chicken and maple syrup. And the moral of the story is this: Don’t fear the hot sauce. 2. Hang Over Easy, Chicken and Waffles, $9.99 A soft Belgian waffle…
Belgium is one of the major banking and financial centres on mainland Europe, with Belgian banks influencing the country s position as a pioneer of the cashless society. Combined with Belgium s multicultural nature, today there are many banks in Belgium offering specialised services to expats, including non-resident bank accounts, as well as online banks in Belgium…
Discover the highlights of Spa in Belgium. Here are the top six must-see attractions including the Grand Prix Circuit, spas, museums and galleries. The Belgian municipality of Spa, in the Province of Liege, is famous for its healing cold springs, hence its name. In the area, you will also find the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, which plays host to the annual Formula…
Belgium traditional clothing is nowadays only worn on special occasions at festivals and special celebrations. Today an example is The Shrove Tuesday Carnival in Binche, where men dress in brightly coloured padded costumes with large white collars and wooden shoes. This event is the closest demonstration to the style of ethnic clothing worn and imitates the Wallonia…
It is about the same size as the Netherlands and also has roughly the same amount of people (they are neighbors and both speak Dutch). Belgium happens to be the 16th most visited country in Europe while the Netherlands is number nine on the list. All data is based on numbers from the World Tourism Organization. The People I haven’t traveled through much of Western…
Location: Western Europe, bordering France 620 km, Germany 167 km, Luxembourg 148 km, Netherlands 450 km Capital: Brussels Climate: temperate; mild winters, cool summers; rainy, humid, cloudy Fleming 58%, Walloon 31%, mixed or other 11% Religions: Roman Catholic 75%, Protestant or other 25% Government: federal parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarch…
1988. Belgium. Boy on bike. (Ok, make that a young man of 32.) As our aspiring young homebrewer rides his mountain bike with fat tires through European villages famous for beer, New Belgium Brewing Company was but a glimmer in his eye. Or basement. For Jeff Lebesch would return to Fort Collins with an imagination full of recipes and a handful of ingredients…
If you’re keen to discover Historic Sites in Belgium then you can explore our interactive map above or delve deeper by using the links below. The modern nation of Belgium has a complex and varied history which spans from its early occupation by the Belgae tribe and its subsequent integration into the Roman Empire as the province of Gallia Belgica through to rule…
The above image is an extract from a proclamation by the German General Otto von Emmich, distributed widely in Belgium in the autumn of 1914 as the German army crossed the tiny nation’s borders and began its slow march south. The declaration it makes is rather incredible: It is to my very great regret that the German troops find themselves compelled to cross…
Most workers from outside of the European Economic Area will need a work permit to work in Belgium. The main categories of foreign nationals exempt from the work permit requirement are as follows: Nationals of a member state of the European Economic Area (EEA) and their spouses, their descendants aged under 21 years or who are still dependent on them, relatives…
You have a craving to take a journey, but this time you need to go beyond a staycation. You need more than what s on offer in the block next door. You want to take to the heavens, and you ll soon be experiencing a delightful new place. You need flights to Liege! You can rely on Expedia.com once it s time to take your next getaway. Thanks to our discounted flights…
L entrĂ©e d artistes@historical Ghent is a very popular compact, small, sunny room provided with all the facilities.On 7 walk from the Graslei, Castle provided with microwave/fridge/priv.bathroom(see photos)2 bikes, towels, bedding, bathrobe, hairdryer, coffee, thee, milk( incl) Breakfast is optional and only possible if it fits to my working schedule in the opera…
I had Bruges figured into my August travel plans from the moment I found out that it was an optional stop on Busabout s North Loop through Europe. I didn t really even know much about Bruges (or Belgium, for that matter), which made it difficult to answer the “Why are you stopping there?” questions that I received from a few of my Busabout companions. From pictures…
Belgium celebrates its independence day at the Cinquantenaire Arch. (Photo: Paul O Driscoll/Getty Images News/Getty Images ) Related Articles Belgium is a neighbor to France and the Netherlands, a small nation rich with history and culture. Founded as a constitutional monarchy in 1831, Belgium was a major battleground for both 20th century World Wars. The region…
Beer Style Old Flemish Brown Ale The Beer In the same vein that gueuze beer typifies the Pajottenland region, this beer is also a genuine Flemish regional product. In the Roman pantheon, Bacchus (son of Jupiter) was the god of wine, inebriation and general drunkenness. When Luc Van Honsebrouck decided to stop brewing pils, he clinched a deal with KrĂĽger from…
National Flower of Belgium The Common Red Poppy is the national flower of Belgium. Growing in fields and waste places, these beautiful flowers are mildly analgesic and sedative, and have long been used in European herbal medicine, particularly for ailments in children and the elderly. Used chiefly as a mild pain reliever and as a treatment for irritable coughs…
1 Palais des Princes-EvĂŞques Palais des Princes-EvĂŞques This building - now housing the Law Courts and the seat of the Walloon government - is the former palace of the prince-bishops. The original building was destroyed at the end of the 15th century, and the reconstruction, which took place between 1526 and 1540, marks the transition between the Gothic and Renaissance…
Women and men who have loose abdominal skin and fat that is concentrated in the abdomen can benefit from abdominoplasty. Sometimes these conditions are inherited. In other instances, substantial weight loss may cause abdominal skin to become flaccid. The procedure may somewhat improve the appearance of stretch marks, especially those located below the navel…
Like most European nations, Belgium has its own way of celebrating Christmas. Read on to know more about customs, traditions and celebrations pertaining to Christmas in Belgium. Christmas in Belgium is believed to be breathtakingly beautiful. In this country, there are two visitors during Christmas; one is the conventional Santa Claus and the other is Sinterklaas…
Name:Bouillon Location: Near Brussels Country: Belgium Hours: - Ticket Prices: - Website: - Content Though the first mention of Bouillon is in a text dating from 988, there can be no doubt that it existed for centuries before then. Experts agree that the name goes back to the Gallo-Roman period. In the absence of conclusive documentation it is not possible to…
Brussels is a city with dual personalities. It is where Flemish meets French, hip meets historic and beautiful meets bizarre. The Belgian capital is filled with contradictions, contrasts and intrigue, coming together to create a multicultural experience in a true historic heirloom. Art nouveau architecture and monumental edifices outline the city s casual atmosphere…
The Chemical and Materials Engineering programme educates students to become innovative engineers who will contribute to their profession and society. [+] MSc in Chemical and Materials Engineering This master is jointly organised by Vrije Universiteit Brussel in collaboration with UniversitĂ© Libre de Bruxelles, leading to a joint master s degree. This master’s…
The multi lingual North European country of Belgium has a cultural diversity that contradicts its dull reputation among travellers. With two main linguistic groups, the population of Belgium is divided between the Dutch speaking Flemish of the north and the French speakers of Wallonia in the south. There are also some pockets of German speakers residing in the…
Welcome to our helpful guide for Belgium. Should you be looking to travel, live, relocate or do business in the sovereign state, we will give you a helpful head start on understanding the country and its cultures. Facts & statistics Belgium is a sovereign state in Western Europe, bordered by France, the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg and the North Sea…
On December 6, 2016, The Electronic Privacy Information Center, The Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood, The Center for Digital Democracy and Consumers Union filed a Complaint and Request for Investigation, Injunction and Other Relief (Complaint) with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against Genesis Toys (Genesis) and Nuance Communications (Nuance) regarding…
Family–owned Demeyere has been making stainless steel cooking utensils since 1908; the Belgium–based company is known for crafting high–quality stainless steel cooking utensils designed to meet the needs of the most exacting chefs and demanding users. Any accomplished cook knows that using the correct utensils is essential; professionals chefs appreciate even…
Other Names Belgian Shepherd Malinois Malinois Chien de Berger Belge Mechelse Shepherd Description The Belgian Malinois has a body that is often described as square, as that is the shape it appears to have when the legs and topline are viewed from the side. The chest is deep. The topline is level, sloping slightly at the withers. The overall size of the head…
