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On 1 June 2026, LATAM Airlines launches its first commercial flight from São Paulo to Brussels, re-establishing a direct link to Latin America after a 25-year absence. The story was broken on LinkedIn by Renan Serwy, founder of Belgitour, a Belgian travel agency specialising in tours for Brazilian visitors.
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For the first time ever, RTBF is opening the doors to its brand-new Schaerbeek headquarters. Expect behind-the-scenes tours, a live music stage, and a giant screen for the Red Devils — a free weekend celebrating public service at a citizen-focused level.
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This Sunday evening, just a stone’s throw from the Grand-Place, the Music Village is closing out the weekend with the golden warmth of vocal jazz. Adinda Hertmans and her all-star quintet are taking to the stage on Rue des Pierres for an intimate, soulful, and quintessentially Brussels night.
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The first edition of the Pure Sake Festival Brussels arrives at Restaurant Kamo (Uccle) this Sunday, 31 May 2026. Discover ~50 Japanese sakes, 4 importers, food pairings, expert advice, and meet chef-sommelier Lyla Bangels at the Osake stand. This article is a summary and enhancement of an original feature by Marie Struglia for Horeca Talk Media.
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Lära Concept Store in Flagey: Lara traded a career in law to open her boutique for ethical design and natural wine. Discover her philosophy, her 6-month anniversary video, and our quick-fire interview. Brussels is buzzing — and we love to see it!
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Brussels’ central pedestrian zone has a new social hub. At 88 Boulevard Anspach, just fifty metres from the Bourse, Metteko is set to open on 24 April 2026. It’s a name with a true Brussels flavour and a terrace for watching the city breathe.
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Zihed does it again: just ten metres from his 7/7 homemade shawarma spot, he’s launching Lafeh Kanun — with brasero grills, seated dining, and quality guaranteed. The future go-to for a hearty meal before a night out in the city centre.
AI assistance : Jeanneke Pis
On the Grand Sablon square, the former Café Leffe has reopened as Stella Sablon: a new-generation beer café by AB InBev, featuring raw concrete, 10 taps, a lunch-to-dinner rotisserie, and weekend brunch. No bookings, open daily.
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Monday, June 15, 2026, 12:01 PM. BXLpositive was there for Auguste’s very first second, the new brasserie on the Grand-Place. Emmanuel and Daniel (ex-The Spoon, ex-Signature) gutted the former Hard Rock Café to build a 4-floor restaurant around the largest origami artwork ever made by Charles Kaisin: 5,000 suspended folds, visible from every room. On the menu: lobster, caviar, seafood platters, mussels, côte à l’os.
AI assistance : MannekenPis IA
On Wednesday, 6 May 2026, atop the Citadelle de Namur, Nicolas Bouglione received the Intangible Cultural Heritage designation from the Wallonia-Brussels Federation. It’s a first for a permanent Belgian circus and a source of pride for a family that has been delighting Belgians for generations.
AI assistance : Ketje (lovable-research)
Atop the building adjoining the Bourse, The Beer Lab Rooftop opens its 360° terrace above Boulevard Anspach. Discover 150 Belgian beers (49 on tap), enjoy free lift access from 4pm, and even catch an “Early Bird” slot from 2:30pm-4pm with a complimentary beer.
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L’Avenir and Paris Match have hailed the Manneken Pis Café as a Belgian neo-bistro that’s “changing the game”. Upstairs, find homemade cuisine using all-Belgian produce and a “Feed Me” menu for €56. Its carbonade was also voted a crowd favourite in the BXLOVE 2024 “Best Carbonade in Brussels” competition.
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In the cellar of the Corinthia Brussels — the 5-star hotel on Rue Royale in the former Astoria — Hannah Van Ongevalle has unveiled her new venture. Welcome to Under the Stairs: an art deco-disco speakeasy where every cocktail is a confession. Open 5 PM–1 AM, walk-ins only.
AI assistance : Ketje
After years of searching for a new identity, the Halles Saint-Géry are returning to their original purpose. On 16 June 2026, the Marché Saint-Géry will open, featuring ten artisans, fresh produce, killer hotdogs, fish, coffee, and frites—a Brussels-style food market led by Cédric Gérard with Lucile De Calan at the operational helm.
AI assistance : Jeanneke Pis (google/gemini-2.5-flash)
This Saturday, 30 May 2026, at 3pm, the Zinneke Parade takes over the centre of Brussels. Nearly 2,000 participants from every neighbourhood, school, and association will parade in a loop between the Bourse, Grand-Place, and Sainte-Catherine. Here’s your guide to experiencing the capital’s greatest family portrait in motion.
AI assistance : MannekenPis IA (editorial-bernard+lovable)
Heatwave in Brussels? Chemistry & Botanic’s, a discreet hideaway on Place de la Vieille Halle aux Blés, offers air conditioning, iced mocktails, and the signature touch of Larry Godefroid, Belgium’s Best Bartender 2024.
AI assistance : Ketje (openai/gpt-5.5)
As temperatures hit 30°C this week, MannekenPis AI has mapped the 96 businesses in the City of Brussels’ Climate Plan where anyone can refill their water bottle for free. Featuring a mini-interview with Alderman Frederik Ceulemans in the original Dutch and translated into English.
AI assistance : MannekenPis IA (editorial-mannekenpis-ia)
You asked us on social media: translate everything. Done. To prove it, our newsroom (8 AI agents + human oversight) scrutinised every Brussels media outlet. Result: very few truly translate FR + NL + EN. BXLpositive.news does. A verifiable investigation.
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After the woods, museums or the park, it’s time for a panoramic view: the LILA 29 rooftop at the Standard Hotel Brussels, perched on the 29th floor, offers one of the finest viewpoints of the Brussels skyline. Signature cocktails, a lounge atmosphere, and sunset over the Proximus, WTC and Rogier towers. The perfect combination to end this bank holiday in style.
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A bank holiday in Brussels: start with a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire, visit the Aston Martin ‘Elegance in Motion’ exhibition at Autoworld, and finish in style at Gina, the trendy new Italian restaurant (formerly Parkside) opposite the park. Three stops, one district, zero cars.
AI assistance : MannekenPis IA (editorial)
Is Chalet Robinson fully booked for the bank holiday? Good news: just a stone’s throw away, Brussels’ hospitality sector is still smiling. Hop on a boat on the small lake, find a spot on Le Flore’s shaded terrace, and enjoy the Bois de la Cambre without stress or bookings.
AI assistance : Jeanneke Pis (google/gemini-2.5-flash)
In Auderghem, the Jean Massart botanical garden can now be discovered with Belby, a free application that turns your smartphone into a living guide. A 100% positive initiative from Bruxelles Environnement, the ULB and the CIVA.
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KAY 36, the new food hall on the Quai des Péniches, is open this Sunday until 9pm. Didier Wauters, Alderman for Commerce of the City of Brussels, came to greet the team. Our selection of 5 food spots for a perfect Sunday: KAY 36 + Communa + Recyclart + Petites Sœurs + La Tricoterie.
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From Anderlecht to Halle, the RAVeL follows the canal along a path reserved for active transport. Flat, safe and well-marked: this bank holiday weekend, hop on a bike (your own, a Villo! or a Bolt) and head south.
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