Last December I had the pleasure of visiting one of the two 3-star Michelin restaurant Belgium has to offer: Hertog Jan. Having started in 2005, Chef Gert De Mangeleer and his companion sommelier Joachim Boudens obtained their first star in 2007, followed by the second star in 2010 and the current third star in 2012. In 2014 chef De Mangeleer was voted European Chef of the Year and having enjoyed some of his creations, I am not surprised:)
‘t Zilte… For people in Antwerp and surroundings, its name evokes a sense of high class, distinguished dining, something reserved for special occasions. The fact it’s -unbelievably fantastically- located on the top floor of the iconic MAS museum in the trendy Eilandje neighborhood only reinforces that awe.
Having had already quite the nice dinner experiences in Antwerp, my two partners and food enthousiasts in crime and I decided to step up the game and let us be amazed by 2 star Michelin chef Vicki Geunes …continue here for pictures and to read about the rest of my visit
In Aug15 I managed to find time during the holidays to visit the restaurant of chef Johan Van Raes (and when in Antwerp, do take some time to chill at the Zuid district).
At the time I had no clue what to expect, though heard some very good comments from friends, so let’s try… In the end I’ve been back twice in the year after, so should already say enough about how I liked it:) continue here for pictures and to read about the rest of my visit
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