Le Marché des Tanneurs

Set in the former Palais du Vin, gorgeous Art Nouveau building from the late 19th-early 20th century, this market is a charming way to spend a Saturday or Sunday morning shopping for organic groceries. You can combine this with a visit of the Marolles and the Sablon, both only a few steps away. 

The salespeople are patient and friendly. The market offers a wide range of fruit and vegetables, milk products, cereals and wines. For meat lovers, the offer is sparse though. 

The building also hosts Les Ateliers des Tanneurs, dealing with social reinsertion and encouraging local economies. 

Address:

Rue des Tanneurs, 58-62
1000 Brussels

OUPS

One thing hard to find in Brussels are really good soups. 

Coming from a country where soup is sacrosanct, I was ecstatic when I discovered this little jewel close to Place Flagey. They have warm and cold soups with exotic names and spices. They even bake their own bread every day!

The owner is a former advertising expert, perpetually smiling. 
For more info, please take your time and read this article.

Here is also the official website of this magical place.

Bon appétit!