The owners of Cosimo are very careful to only select books that they've read (and enjoyed) themselves and will also offer some hidden gems as well.

"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!

"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!

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

"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!

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