Sarah Filion
Spotter since 2017
About me
About me
Originally from Montreal, I've always dreamed of seeing the world. My interests in politics and travelling led me to a career in international relations and inevitably to Brussels, which I first discovered in 2010 while studying for my Master's degree. Living in Europe was my dream, and living it is better than I imagined. On a daily basis, I try to fulfill my addiction to hygge, my quest for beauty, my passion for excitement and my pursuit of happiness – and that of others.
Why Brussels
All roads led me (and led me back) to Brussels. After all, it is the capital of Europe! Brussels is an easy-going city with an easy-going people where you can have a very comfortable life. In Brussels, I can be my francophone-self.
Brussels is a city that is misunderstood, often snubbed by travelers or even the people who live here. I have a soft spot for underdogs.
What’s exciting about Brussels is that it’s not yet overrated; it’s up-and-coming, still authentic. It’s a city full of potential and new places to discover.
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My spots (27)
Bia Mara
Mouthwatering fish and chips
"Bia Mara" in Brussels (on rue du marché aux poulets - kind of ironic!) is all about the fish and the chips. I just their beers, too...
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Filion
Maison Renardy
Tea house & divine hot chocolates
"Maison Renardy" (est. 1912) in Brussels is one of the ways I fight the winter blues -- this lovely tea/coffee house makes DELICIOUS hot chocolate...
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Filion
Brussels Beer Project
Locally brewed with style
"Brussels Beer Project" is visible all over the city, but it took me a while to find their actual taproom! I like how their beer is like modern tradition.
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Brussels "Impasses"
Hidden routes to the past
The Impasses in Brussels are a part of its historical charm. There are some famous ones, but I do think the hidden ones are really worth discovering!
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Sarah
Filion
Lulu Home Interior
A dreamy place to be
"Lulu Home Interior" Brussels combines two of my main passions: beautiful Scandinavian-inspired decor, and coffee. This concept store is day-dream perfect.
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Parc Tenboch
Romantic Eden
"Parc Tenbosch" Brussels has become one of my regular spots and definitely my favourite green space. Its proximity to buzzing Ixelles makes it even better!
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