Belgian Beers – In Belgium
A sampling of my sampling of beers from Belgium's best local (and large) breweries. Seef Bootje's Bier of Antwerp Enjoying a local Seef Bootje Bier in Antwerp at the Red…
Cuberdon, the Local Candy Specialty in Ghent
Cuberdon (“little noses”) stand in Ghent, Belgium. While the candy is for everyone, this stand is extra adorable - and meant for tourists. Cuberdons come in different flavours, represented by…
Amadeus Ghent 1, Ghent, Belgium
Wow. Thank you Yelp and the Yelp community for finding this wonderful funky place with crazy decor and 1920's music playing while they serve the most meaty rack of ribs…
De Stokerij, Ghent, Belgium
This restaurant, in a former distillery, is a local favourite and a delight for a weary traveler. The place is packed. The staff were incredibly accommodating, spoke English, and had…
The Willow Tea Rooms, Glasgow, Scotland
As we purchased tickets to tour the architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh at the Glasgow School of Art, our host suggested we spend our waiting time at the Willow Tea…
Starbucks, Korenmarkt, Ghent, Belgium
Sometimes, when you're far away from home, and you need a really good coffee, you find a sign that welcomes you with its familiarity. Enjoyed May 2015. Korenmarkt 4, 9000…
The Pot Still, Glasgow, Scotland
When you find yourself in Glasgow, you ask around until you find a wonderful whisky shop, where you then get a recommendation for an amazing bar to enjoy a variety…
Guest Chef David Santos of Loudon, NYC at Drake One Fifty, Toronto
Considering myself lucky to have friends and loved ones who go on adventures with me, like this one: guest chef David Santos of Louro NYC was in Toronto…
Kelly’s Bake Shoppe, Burlington, Ontario
Lovely, busy bakery shop with mouthwatering cupcakes on display - which happen to be healthy and vegan. We tried the salted caramel and the red velvet cupcakes. Both were good,…
La Belle et la Boeuf , Laval, Quebec
This lively burger bar restaurant on the promenade in Laval, outside of Montreal, has a great patio and engaging pop interior. We were hungry, and the menu was inspirational. Craig…