Copyright Ghent
Arts and architecture
I'm addicted to books. I design them, I hug them, I go to the library and buy books in nice and cosy bookstores. Sometimes I'm looking for old books at flea markets and at the bookmarket at the ajuinlei. I'm mostly looking for books about art and design, it's pretty rare that I buy a novel, most likely it's the well designed cover that made me buy it.
Copyright is a bookstore I visit regularly. They have a big collection of art, design, architecture and photography books. When I'm looking for a specific one about graphic design or photography, there's a great chance I'll find it here. I love to come here just to rummage through the stacks of books, smell the scent of the paper (no, I'm not a freak) and discover a great and beautiful addition to add to my collection.
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STAM
Ghent city museum
"STAM" is Ghent's city museum. It's located in the old abbey. I must say, if you haven't been to this museum, you haven't been in Ghent!
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Eetkaffee Multatuli
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"Eetkaffee Multatuli" in Ghent is a true hidden gem of a spot. Please, keep quiet about this restaurant as I don't want it to become more popular!
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Noodlebar Ramen
Fresh - cosy - no-nonsense
"Noodlebar Ramen" is a fresh, cozy and no-nonsense noodle restaurant in Ghent. The owner has published several books on street food. I come here for lunch.
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MSK
Museum voor Schone Kunsten
"MSK" in Ghent, or Museum voor Schone Kunsten (fine arts) doesn't look so big from the outside. For me, a walk there is the perfect Sunday afternoon...
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Citadelpark
Green and culture go hand in hand
"Citadelpark" in Ghent, only 800m from Sint-Pieters station, is the oldest and biggest park in the city - the perfect place for picnics and outdoor games.
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Chocolatier Van Hoorebeke
Handmade chocolates
"Chocolatier Van Hoorebeke" in Ghent is a shop run by my family that specialises in Belgian pralines, or chocolate! Do try our Brasil mix...
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City Park
Green heart of Ghent
"City Park" is a small park next to the much-discussed City Hall - a meeting place for young and old. I enjoy getting philosophical with the view here...
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Le Bal Infernal
Used book café
"Le Bal Infernal" in Ghent is a used book cafe where you go inside, admire the beautiful interior and switch the books with one you have already!
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Yoga-on-call
De-stress like a local
"Yoga-on-call" is a contemporary yoga studio in the heart of Ghent. All the teachers are enthusiastic and helpful and speak English. I'm always energized.
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Simon Says
Time for coffee and much more
"Simon Says" in Ghent is more than a coffee bar. They offer breakfast, lunch and great cakes. I don't like coffee but it's said that theirs is the best.
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Portus Ganda
Back to basics
"Portus Ganda" is one of the four marinas of Ghent. Its history goes back to the very basis of the city and is my favourite spot - I feel connected here...
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Damberd
Discover Jazzy Ghent
"Damberd" is the best example of that they call a 'Belgisch bruin café' in Ghent and one of its oldest bards. Very popular with the jazz crowd!
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