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Belgian National Day
Belgian National Day, celebrated annually on July 21, is a vibrant public holiday marked by parades, family fairs, and either fireworks,...
Shawn Basey
Jul 14, 20258 min read


Taking advantage of Brussels sun: Guinguettes!
When sun hits Brussels, find the best guinguettes. Your guide to the city's pop-up park bars for summer, from their history to finding a perfect Belgian beer.
Shawn Basey
Jun 17, 20255 min read


Going Medieval in Brussels
For one weekend only, from May 30th to June 1st, the monumental Cinquantenaire Park takes everyone back to the medieval times with the Marche Medieval (medieval market). Neo-folk musicians, beer stands, amusement rides, tight rope walkers, HEMA sword fights, tons of food stalls, and more fill up the park.
Shawn Basey
May 26, 20256 min read


Moving out of Brussels (and into the chaos)
Leaving a city for good leaves one with all kinds of feelings. Here we dive into leaving Brussels, the process and the feels.
Shawn Basey
Mar 18, 20257 min read


Brussels vs. Prague
Comparing Prague and Brussels. Which was better to live in? To visit? I've got your answers here.
Shawn Basey
Feb 27, 202511 min read


The Bombs of Bastogne
A visit to the 101st Airborne Museum in Bastogne is a true experience of the senses. From life-sized dioramas to a bombing simulator.
Shawn Basey
Feb 12, 20257 min read


Don't be croque'd: A guide to sandwiches and baguettes in Belgium
Brussels has no shortage of lunch options. In recent times living here, I’ve discovered a more “local” kind of lunch, the baguette sandwich.
Shawn Basey
Jun 24, 20245 min read


Brussels for Beginners: A Parent's Survival Guide for Moving
So you've moved to Brussels with your Dear Little One. Now its time to get a little oriented on how the schools work.
Shawn Basey
Jun 16, 20248 min read


Jogging the streets in Brussels 20k
... the most absurd thing in Brussels is how people will jog even through veritable war zones.
Shawn Basey
May 27, 20243 min read


The art of le pee in Belgium
Brussels is an eccentric world of toilets – a stark contrast to what I'm used to in the US – Americans could never pee here. Read on.
Shawn Basey
Apr 24, 20245 min read


Not all farmers fling poo
Living in a room with a view of protests in Brussels leads to a lot of random thoughts. These days it's all about tractors and poop.
Shawn Basey
Feb 27, 20245 min read


Off to Brussels
The facetious saint moves to Brussels with his family. Weirdly easily during covid.
Shawn Basey
Sep 19, 20214 min read
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