Traditional French, Luxembourgish and Italian cuisine are served at this basic, comfortable restaurant. I had the white asparagus appetizer and pasta. Neither was amazing, but both were tasty enough to encourage another visit. This restaurant is open on Sundays. 111 Avenue Dix Septembre, Luxembourg
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Reims, France
Charming city Reims anchors the northern end of France’s Champagne region. Reims was established in 80 B.C. as Durocorteron (“round fortress”) for the Remi tribe. Throughout history, French kings were crowned in its cathedral, Notre-Dame de Reims.
Domaine Pommery
This is worth a visit if only to view the eclectic art collection displayed throughout its 12 miles of limestone and chalk cellars. Pommery was founded in 1858 by Alexandre Louis Pommery. After his death, his widow, Louise Pommery, built the winery into one of the most significant Champagne brands. The half hour tour is […]
G.H. Mumm
This tour was informative and included a Champagne equipment museum. The company was established by Peter Arnold Mumm in 1761 in Cologne. In 1827, his three sons, Jacobus, Gottlieb and Phillip, established the Champagne house in Reims, France. In 1852, Georges Hermann de Mumm, son of one of the founders, built new cellars and facilities […]
‘Tis the Season en France: Moules Frites
Just try ordering something besides mussels. I did and was denied. So an enormous, flavorful pot of moules it was and a side of frites that was almost as good as the five servings I had all over Belgium. When in France, just get the special. I was wrong to think I wanted anything […]
Sofitel Brussels (Or, Mike Ness & Us)
Where else might you spot Mike Ness in the flea market going on right outside the front door? Aside from housing musicians during the Rock Werchter festival, this hotel is a great value and incredibly comfortable. It had a nice roof deck, a stylish bar and a Neuhaus chocolate shop. Place Jourdan 1, Brussels
Eat This Pizza
Mamma Roma. Brussels. This pizza is shockingly, overwhelmingly outstanding. Angelo and I tried to think of better pizza we’ve had. Nowhere in the U.S., including NYC and that one place in New Haven. Nowhere in Europe, including Italy (although the owner learned pizza-making in Italy before modernizing it for this shop). The crust is sourdough-ish, […]
Rock Werchter
You and 79,999 other music fans, frites, beer, sunshine…what could be better? Held annually since 1974, this 4-day music festival has grown to one of Europe’s largest. Until the 1990’s, it mostly attracted Flemish attendees, but has recently grown more international in scope to include Dutch, British and Australian contingents. And at least two […]
Brasserie du Cercle
Fresh and seasonable food is the focus at this Place d’Armes brasserie. The menu includes regional specialties (quiche, meat and fish dishes), salads, pizzas, pastas and artisanal ice creams. The pizza and ice cream are delicious. Skip the pasta. There’s a good selection of wines from Luxembourg, France and Italy and beers from Belgium, Germany […]
Pavillon du Parc Bel Air
A great Luxembourg City al fresco dining spot: Pavillon du Parc Bel Air ‘s patio, which overlooks the pond in Parc du Merl. The menu offers regional specialties such as grilled meats with a choice of sauces, pasta, quiche and salads. A small selection of wines, Champagne and crémant from France and the Moselle Valley […]
