Italian coffee and an organic bakery, that’s Barista in Ghent. They make bread, homemade cakes, pies and healthy sandwiches every day. Barista has a wide choice of tea, freshly squeezed fruit juices, smoothies and organic lemonades, and if you book online you can also enjoy a brunch, picknick or aperitif on a boat trip through the canals. Read more »
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Greenway in Ghent
Greenway in Ghent is a veggie fast food restaurant. Try a crisp fresh salad, organic ciabatta, a homemade soup or this tasty vegan kebab wrap, stuffed with seitan, lettuce, tomato, onion and a garlic curry sauce. Yummie! Read more »
Brooderie in Ghent
Note: the bed and breakfast closed in 2014 : ( The good news is that Brooderie is still open for breakfast and lunch! We visited Brooderie in August 2013… An authentic, inviting, cozy lunchroom and bed and breakfast in the center of Ghent. Don’t expect a luxurious B&B. The three rooms are simply decorated and the bathroom is shared with other guests. Although it sounds very basic we warmly recommend it to you. Read more »
Graanmarkt 13 in Antwerp
We’ve saved the best for last. Seppe Nobels is the chef at Graanmarkt 13 and he likes veggies to be the stars of the menu. We were surprised with a tasting of several delicacies like mussels, grilled lettuce, beets and goat cheese. Oh, and did I mention the delicious organic white wine? Read more »
Juliette in Antwerp
After enjoying dinner at De Broers van Julienne we decided to also visit her sister, Juliette. It’s a deli store in Antwerp where you can order take away or sit and eat at one of the tables. Painted in pastels Juliette is like the little sister. Everything is homemade, but not necessarily organic. Read more »
Normo Coffee in Antwerp
Via Instagram we got the tip to check out Normo Coffee. So we did. Jens, the owner, explains that everything starts with taste. This governs all his choices when selecting ingredients. Not always with an organic or fair trade certification, but without pesticides and he pays a fair price.
Lombardia in Antwerp
At Lombardia in Antwerp, almost everything is organic, except for the tropical fruit. The owner Alain has known the restaurant since he was 6 years old, when his mother owned it. On the wall you will find photos, tweets and Facebook posts from Sting, Moby, Jamie Cullum and Ian Thomas. Read more »
De Broers van Julienne in Antwerp
Yummie! The food in the Broers van Julienne (Julienne’s Brothers) window looks very tasty: their delicious cakes are real eye-catchers. They have plenty of homemade food and organic products to go. Read more »
Daylesford Organic in London
Fruit and veg from the Market Garden, artisanal cheese from the Creamery, bread from the Bakery and organic meat from their own animals. Daylesford’s produce is fresh and seasonal and comes directly from their own organic farm. Visit their website to find the locations of their shops. You can also visit the organic farm in Gloucestershire, where they teach a range of special courses like ‘Grow Your Own’ in spring and ‘Cider & Apple Juice Making’ in October. Read more »
Borough Market in London
Over the last few years the number of farmers markets has been steadily rising. One market that has been around long before this trend started, is Borough Market. It is one of the oldest, dating as far back as the 11th century. Situated right next to London Bridge Station it’s easy to reach by public transport. In the market you find local producers, some of them offer free range and organic food. It’s a celebration of British produce. Read more »