Coffee & lunch bar "Cabagine", ideally located in a quiet residential area in Berchem, Antwerp, basically kept me sane during the first lockdown...

"Tartine" in Antwerp takes bread very seriously. They have 'tartinis' inspired by world cuisines, but you should definitely try the Tartini Monsieur...

"Host" in Antwerp focuses on sustainable wear, consisting of a selection of decoration & lifestyle items. It just screams 'gift ideas!'

If I feel like a balanced lunch on a Saturday afternoon in Brussels, then I opt for "Nordica 31". I love their sour bread & the best sweet buns in town...

"Helios" in Antwerp is the kind of convenience store that completely lures you in - it's my go-to store for when I'm invited over for dinner somewhere...

I recommend any of their pastries as well as their fabulous 'Green Goddess Sandwich' - guacamole, a poached egg, and salmon, what else could I ask for?