LA MAISON DES POIVRES
Read moreA spicy address! Sandrine V. Kabonga is a producer, expert and consultant in peppers and spices. Many of her spices come from the DR Congo (the country of her ancestors), directly from the Misao production chain to her boutique. You'll find a wide selection of spices from other parts of the world: pepper, vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, chillies..., as well as homemade blends: curries, zaatar, spiced coffees and teas. Spice-tasting workshops are also held at Misao. Simba and Tembo beers from RDC are also available.
LA DOLCE VITA
Read moreA counter full of flavours, colours and smells instantly immerses the gourmet in the heart of Italy. You'll find all the finesse of Italian products such as cold cuts, cheeses and other oils, not to mention the famous antipasti. Mamma mia! Also on the menu: variations of lasagne, ravioli, risottos and pizzas! Would you like to enjoy the cuisine of the mammas without leaving your seat? Nothing could be easier thanks to the catering service of La Dolce Vita. Since 1978, we can say that it's a business that runs smoothly.
LA TSAMPA
Read moreA grocery store and a restaurant sponsored by the buddhist community. Naturally, emphasis is placed on on whole grains and cereals. Nothing boring about the cuisine, to the point that you might be tempted to take a few cooking classes. They do their stuff at their other location.
THE SOL AR STORE
Read moreAu départ de l'idée, un groupe de passionnés décidés à (re)dorer l'image des produits portugais dans la capitale belge. Les articles proposés sont strictement sélectionnés parmi les AOC de l'alimentation et du vin : un petit nombre de producteurs que l'équipe aide en internationalisant leur distribution. Dans cet espace dédié aux saveurs du Portugal, on trouve des vins, des produits bio ou d'épicerie fine mais aussi de la savonnerie de luxe et des objets de création et de designers. The Sol Ar Store propose aussi des apéros-concerts, le mercredi de 18h à 22h. Les magasins lusitaniens sont rares à Bruxelles, mais celui-ci est d'exception!
DITTA GRACEFFA
Read moreDitta Graceffa is a specialist importer of Italian products based in Drogenbos. For almost 54 years, this family business has been importing and distributing leading Italian brands in Belgium. Their products include a wide range of salumi, charcuterie, Italian cookies and snacks, olive oils, Italian cheeses, Italian wines and much more. The Italia Autentica Città Market store has been in existence for 44 years in La Louvière, and 17 years ago, an outlet was opened in the Brussels region. Ditta Graceffa offers over 450 exclusive products from renowned brands such as Saclà, De Cecco, Tomasello, Corsini and Collavita. Their logistics service delivers products throughout Belgium, Luxembourg and north-eastern France.
MANNEKE
Read moreManneke is located a stone's throw from the Grand Place and offers only local products. In Lawrence's unique souvenir shop, everything is Made in Brussels, or at worst, Made in Brabant. From food items such as beers from small brewers, biscuits and confectionery, to recycled items, jewellery, T-shirts, cosmetics and even books on unusual Brussels, this local know-how, which is everywhere, is just waiting to be discovered by the general public.
TAGAWA
Read moreIf you're a lover of Japanese cuisine, you'll find everything you need to prepare your gyozas, sashimi and other specialties at this venerable institution: soy sauces, tsuyu, seaweed, mushrooms, noodles, miso paste... and everything you need to prepare your dishes and accompany them: cooking utensils, tableware, Japanese sake and beer, tea.... And if you don't feel like cooking, Tagawa also offers sushi boxes, sashimi platters and more. Other addresses in Stockel and Delta.
ZAGORA
Read moreThe Chaussée d'Ixelles in Brussels is a pedestrian street located between Porte de Namur and Place Flagey. Once a bustling commercial thoroughfare, it is now mainly known for its many cheap stores and fast-food outlets. Reviews from travelers are mixed, with some describing the street as cluttered and uninteresting, while others appreciate the diversity of shops. Recent renovation work has also been criticized, with unfinished finishes and damaged sidewalks. Despite this, the Chaussée d'Ixelles remains a popular thoroughfare for locals and tourists alike, offering a varied shopping and dining experience.
OXFAM MAGASINS DU MONDE
Read moreOxfam offers a wide range of food and non-food items, unique and original products made from natural materials and traditional manufacturing. The prices allow thousands of partner-producers from Africa, South America and Asia to make a living. On the food side, rice, chocolates, beers, biscuits, coffee, cereals, oils, spices, juices, teas, wines, honeys, etc., attract lovers of authentic flavours. Their Worldshake juice(grapefruit, orange, banana and beetroot) is well worth a visit.
POLSMAAK
Read moreBakers in Poland, the Ciszkowski family has been developing the business in Brussels for about fifteen years now. In total, there are four shops (Ixelles, Anderlecht, Jette, Forest) where local specialities with unpronounceable names for our French-speaking mouths take pride of place. But our taste buds appreciate the caraway or pumpkin bread, the swidry (doughnuts), the rolled cakes or the poppy strudels. Another advantage of these gourmet haunts is that the shops also sell groceries... local products, of course.
KAM YUEN
Read moreThe Asian quarter of Brussels, however small, has its own supermarket. This one is impressive in its diversity of products, making it the largest Asian supermarket in the country and the exclusive distributor of Tsingtao beer for the kingdom. Products, staff and customers are all Asian, as are the labels written in Mandarin. Rice, noodles, vegetables, sauces, spirits, spices, teas, frozen foods, Chinese remedies and newspapers - nothing has been left out. Including beautiful Chinese or Japanese dishes and utensils.