Brussels
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Listen | March 2011
Brussels
Mim
Ever wondered what a “modeku” sounds like? With a world-renowned collection of 7,000 pieces, the Musical Instruments Museum is the place to find out.
Address: 2 Hofberg, Montage de la Cour. | Tel: +32 (0)2 545 0130
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Hotels | March 2011
Brussels
Aloft
Promising “style at a steal”, Aloft does not disappoint. Located in the EU quarter near the Metro, its welldesigned rooms come with everything from flatscreen TVs to style magazines. DJ nights at the bar add a cool vibe. Doubles from €104.
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Bars | March 2011
Brussels
Monk
Attracting a loyal following for its Trappist beers and old-fashioned decor, Monk is a classic Brussels hang out. With its large mirrors and wooden benches, it's perfect for settling down to a glass of Westmalle.
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Restaurants | March 2011
Brussels
Steak Frit'
Enjoy prime Irish beef, fine wines and gorgeous starters like Ostend shrimp croquettes at this new restaurant on Place-Sainte Catherine. That's not all: Order chicken, steak, or steak tartare and the waiters keep bringing more, together with chips or mash, until you say “when”.
Address: 22 Place-Sainte Catherine. | Tel: +32 (0)2 229 0009
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Restaurants | December 2010
Brussels
BLUE ELEPHANT
Specialising in central Thai cuisine, this eatery (part of an international chain) offers good service, a fantasy decor of foliage, flowers, waterfalls and fountains, and scrumptious food. On New Year's Eve, expect such delights as duck breast stuffed with morel mushrooms, saffronmarinated prawn skewers, and young coconut steamed in banana leaves.
Address: 1120 CHAUSSEE DE WATERLOO. | Tel: +32 (0)2 374 4962
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Bars | September 2010
Brussels
FLORIS TEQUILA
Charmingly decorated with earthy colours, Aztec masks and paintings, this unique bar offers a staggering 500 tequilas and mescals. Staff are knowledgeable, and you'll find a mixture of casual drinkers and serious tequila aficionados.
Address: 2–3 IMPASSE DE LA FIDELITE. | Tel: +32 (0)2 514 4434
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Bars | June 2010
Brussels
DELIRIUM CAFÉ
A bit like the state you might find yourself in if you worked your way through the drinks list, Delirium has a staggering 2,000 beers from around the world. The studenty venue is decked out with colourful adverts and hosts live jam sessions on Thursday nights.
Address: 4A IMPASSE DE LA FIDELITE. | Tel: +32 (0)2 514 4434
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Restaurants | May 2010
Brussels
L'HORLOGE DU SUD
This lively restaurant is the beating heart of a venue that promotes South African food and culture through its programme of concerts, fi lm screenings and art exhibitions. Attracting a cosmopolitan crowd, its smartly presented dishes like grilled quail salad and duck breast with hibiscus-fl ower butter belie the fact that prices are actually pretty low.