The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels

This book offers a practical guide to Brussels' finest places, covering all bases to ensure no visitor to the city is ever anything short of captivated. The 'secrets' are listed thematically and include 60 places for good food, 45 places for a drink, 50 places to shop, 20 places for fashion, 40 buildings to admire, 40 places to discover the world, 25 things to do with children and 60 activities. AUTHOR: Derek Blyth is a Scottish writer who has lived in Brussels for the past 21 years. Editor-in-chief of the Brussels news magazine The Bulletin until 2010, he has published several books on the Low Countries, including Flemish Cities Explored and Brussels for Pleasure. As well as working as a writer and translator, he gives guided tours of literary Brussels and organises regular cultural events. SELLING POINTS: A practical guide to discovering Brussels' finest places, buildings, restaurant, shops, museums, neighbourhoods, parks, hotels and cafes 60 colour illustrations