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Shop | March 2011
This cool store stocks the latest gear from
fashion designers including Sweden's
Anne-Sofie Back and Parisians Kitsune.
It's also an exhibition space, restaurant,
bookstore and general hipster hangout.
Address: 13 Kloosterstraat. | Tel: +32 (0)3 292 3780
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Hotels | March 2011
Moments from the Town Hall square,
Hotel Julien offers a zen-like
retreat in a restored 16th-century building
Address: 24 Korte Nieuwstraat. | Tel: +32 (0)3 229 0600
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Bars | March 2011
Occupying one of the restored old port
buildings
Address: 12 Oude Leeuwerui. | Tel: +32 (0)3 232 8682
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See | February 2010
Photo Festival Antwerp captures the realities of today's world through the lensbased work of emerging and established shutterbugs. The images are exhibited in the FotoMuseum and various galleries around town on 15-22 March.
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Hotels | February 2010
A boutique hotel for perky young couples, the Black has brought sexy back with a bang. Its three rooms are all decked out with pristine black and white furnishings, and it boasts a prime location too, near the shopping and dining zone of Antwerp Zuid.
Address: 113 AMERIKALEI. | Tel: +32 (0)3 298 4298
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Bars | February 2010
Slotting comfortably into the city's smart culinary scene, this split-level newcomer (pictured) has softly lit, dramatic décor, and a vibrant mix of Italian-inspired “slow food” dishes. But the real pulling power is in the impressive wine list, assembled by sommelier and co-owner Jurgen Lijcops.
Address: 4A DE BURBURESTRAAT. | Tel: +32 (0)3 237 0613
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This gorgeously sleek, high-gloss city restaurant is the first solo venture from renowned local chef Gert-Jan Raven. His seasonally inspired menu of French and Belgian classics takes traditional meat and fish dishes to a new level.
Address: 14 GROTE MARKT. | Tel: +32 (0)3 233 2833
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This long-established healthfood
café and shop is ideal for a
nutritious lunch or breakfast, and
the organic fare is heaven-sent
for vegetarians and vegans. Enjoy
soups, salads, sandwiches, tapas
and desserts, with highlights such
as vegan tiramisu and Ginger Love,
an award-winning, fruity ginger tea.
Address: 78 LOMBARDENVEST. | Tel: +32 (0)3 233 6819
