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Paloma Antwerp
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Paloma – Beer and wine with a twist

"Paloma" is a bar ideally located in Antwerp's harbor area. It has a pretty, tiled floor and a cozy vintage wooden seating area - and oh, the drinks!

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Nov 17, 2024
Matty Antwerp
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Matty – Easy fine dining

"Matty" in Antwerp has a reputation for being a fine dining restaurant with reasonable prices. I am always impressed once I step inside their hallway!

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Nov 14, 2024
Cabagine Antwerp
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Cabagine – Coffee and lunch with a view

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

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Nov 10, 2024
Mampoko Antwerp
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Mampoko – All-day, every-day brasserie

"Mampoko" in Antwerp is a cozy brasserie located in a beautiful restored building serving bistro cuisine all day long for any kind of customer & hungry soul!

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Nov 9, 2024
Bar Vert Antwerp
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Bar Vert – Flatbread and French toast heaven

"Bar Vert" in Antwerp is for you if you are a fan of Sunday brunches but are looking for a bit more adventure on your plate than just an omelet/croissant.

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Oct 22, 2024
Tartine Antwerp
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Tartine – A slice of bread, international style

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

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Oct 22, 2024
Ciro's Antwerp
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Ciro's – A traditional brasserie

If you are visiting Antwerp and want to have a taster of what real Belgian food is all about then book ahead for a table at brasserie "Ciro's"...

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Oct 22, 2024
Host Antwerp
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Host – Local and sustainable shopping

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

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Oct 22, 2024
Tangerine Sunshine Antwerp
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Tangerine Sunshine – For '80s lovers

Those who miss the heydays of TV shows such as Miami Vice and Magnum should definitely drop by "Tangerine Sunshine" in trendy Berchem in Antwerp...

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Oct 22, 2024
Talent in de Buurt Antwerp
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Talent in de Buurt – Support local talent

"Talent in De Buurt" in Antwerp is a platform for local designers & creative souls alike. You know you support the local economy with every purchase here.

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Oct 22, 2024
Krugerstraat Antwerp
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Krugerstraat – Graffiti Valhalla

"Krugerstraat" and Meeting of Styles do their part to bring Antwerp to the street art/graffiti pantheon of cities like LA, London, Medellín, Bogotá...

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Oct 22, 2024
Nordica 31 Antwerp
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Nordica 31 – Lunch hygge style

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...

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