tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post941393035987107270..comments2023-11-02T07:13:53.064-07:00Comments on Beervana: Tips for the Belgian Traveler?Jeff Alworthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02930119177544342495noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-45580007529866453822011-10-27T12:00:43.762-07:002011-10-27T12:00:43.762-07:00Went in 2009 and loved de Garre in Brugge and Moed...Went in 2009 and loved de Garre in Brugge and Moeder Lambic in Brussels. Also there was a fantastic beer bar in Amsterdam, Arendsnest.boobeerynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-22722150536807540582011-10-21T12:27:52.590-07:002011-10-21T12:27:52.590-07:00In Ghent?
Velootje
Not my review but it was my ex...In Ghent?<br />Velootje<br /><br />Not my review but it was my experience.<br />http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/7457<br /><br />Visited 10/2008<br /><br />I only had one place left on my list and it was definitely chosen due to atmosphere over beer selection. It is called 't Velootje and is run by an eccentric barkeep named Lieven. It is famous for having dozens upon dozens of bicycles Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05517937508601507605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-64008665372491252052011-10-20T09:26:10.572-07:002011-10-20T09:26:10.572-07:00On your way to Sint Bernardus, check out the town ...On your way to Sint Bernardus, check out the town square of Watou. There's a great cafe there (I think it's in the CAMRA book.) Nearby, Ypres is a beautiful town with a ton of WWI history and good restaurants. Have fun!Cris Carternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-17236796209463802212011-10-20T09:23:19.337-07:002011-10-20T09:23:19.337-07:00Folks, again, thanks so much. This info is incred...Folks, again, thanks so much. This info is incredibly rich. I'd thank you all individually but it would get tedious. Thanks thanks thanks.Jeff Alworthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02930119177544342495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-39228643920968392322011-10-20T08:22:58.605-07:002011-10-20T08:22:58.605-07:00I just got back from Brussels and I have to say th...I just got back from Brussels and I have to say that De Heeren van Liedekercke is, IMO, the biggest can't-miss destination for the beer traveler. Their vintage list is both awe inspiring in its completeness as well as being generally affordable. (Cantillon Crianza Helena 375mLs are 15 Euro which I thought was decent) But it's the food that really drives home the recommendation. I did not writerljbergnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-30283784372894424822011-10-20T06:52:28.276-07:002011-10-20T06:52:28.276-07:00One more Belgium tip - look for the stands (food c...One more Belgium tip - look for the stands (food carts) with olibollen and get some to eat right then while they are warm. They are Dutch dumpling type treats that are available only near the holidays, and we saw them in Bruges in November a couple years ago.Tracy Thomasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-45522737167981304782011-10-19T17:15:36.967-07:002011-10-19T17:15:36.967-07:00Re: Scotland's it's own country
I'd sa...Re: Scotland's it's own country<br />I'd say listen to ElGordo!Jack R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07625645308707849072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-78048607438197152662011-10-19T17:02:42.419-07:002011-10-19T17:02:42.419-07:00Ghent was maybe my favorite city there. If you go ...Ghent was maybe my favorite city there. If you go there--not exactly a beer bar, although they have some good bottles, you should check out the Cafe Damberd. Great place, good music & atmosphere.Jasonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-21216202042616646382011-10-19T15:30:53.133-07:002011-10-19T15:30:53.133-07:00Brugge is completely overrun by tourists (maybe le...Brugge is completely overrun by tourists (maybe less so in November), but it is a marvel. My wife didn't care for it; I rather enjoyed it. If you go there, <a href="http://www.its-pub-night.com/2011/08/bierbrasserie-cambrinus-brugge.html" rel="nofollow">Cambrinus</a> is a gastropub that nails it. 't Brugs Beertje is a fabulous pub, and de Garre is certainly worth a visit if you can Bill Nighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09202318621724165312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-72945615637498359822011-10-19T15:23:40.814-07:002011-10-19T15:23:40.814-07:00This was my experience in west flanders again:
ht...This was my experience in west flanders again:<br /><br />http://thebeercave.blogspot.com/2010/03/belgium.htmlpedXerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02886282200590240335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-48130937070232797912011-10-19T13:46:45.091-07:002011-10-19T13:46:45.091-07:00As others have said, Cantillion in Brussels is a g...As others have said, Cantillion in Brussels is a great place to stop. Historical, interesting, and very unique. <br /><br />http://www.cantillon.be/br/3_1<br /><br />Moeder Lambic (now with two locations) is a great low key bar to enjoy a variety of belgian brews.<br /><br />http://www.moederlambic.eu/<br /><br />Most important, enjoy getting lost. It's bound to happen. Whether you are Matthewnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-91933685048012311962011-10-19T12:47:05.544-07:002011-10-19T12:47:05.544-07:00I'd say listen to Harry!I'd say listen to Harry!Doc Wortnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-50996381065186355202011-10-19T12:33:19.681-07:002011-10-19T12:33:19.681-07:00ElGordo, that is a debate into which I shall not e...ElGordo, that is a debate into which I shall not enter (full disclosure: I'm one-quarter McClure), except to note the current political arrangements cast some doubt on your claim. As to a deeper, more profound sense of the word "country"--that is for philosophers, not beer bloggers.<br /><br />All others--thanks! I am busy following links and making notes. The internet is so coolJeff Alworthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02930119177544342495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-17011656657430623682011-10-19T12:27:32.928-07:002011-10-19T12:27:32.928-07:00Tips for Bruges - which you really should go see. ...Tips for Bruges - which you really should go see. Hotel der Duinen is an awesome hotel. Nice rooms, nice staff, and a great Euro-breakfast with meats, cheeses, breads, and, of course, chocolate (it's important to eat right before drinking all that strong Belgian beer). You do really need to check out the 't Brugs Beertje pub. The people who run that place are awesome. And, if you have Tracy Thomasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-51691123678141462742011-10-19T12:20:20.358-07:002011-10-19T12:20:20.358-07:00De Heeren van Liedekercke not too far west of Brus...De Heeren van Liedekercke not too far west of Brussels is a food and beer must stop. Only place in the world where you can buy Drie Fonteinen J&J Blauw/Roze and Cantillon Crianza Helena.<br /><br />Another vote for De Garre and 't Brugs Beertje in Bruges.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-79226123856097298442011-10-19T11:53:12.721-07:002011-10-19T11:53:12.721-07:00Tip 1: take your time drinking. Waiters will bring...Tip 1: take your time drinking. Waiters will bring you a beer when they think you're ready for another.<br /><br />Tip 2: <a href="http://boakandbailey.com/2007/08/20/restobieres-no-beer-for-you/" rel="nofollow">don't go to Restobieres in Brussels</a>.<br /><br />Tip 3: <a href="http://boakandbailey.com/2010/08/07/ancient-beer-and-charming-clutter/" rel="nofollow">Kulminator in Antwerp isBaileyhttp://boakandbailey.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-90960390125277404272011-10-19T10:43:07.803-07:002011-10-19T10:43:07.803-07:00Absolutely must go to Drie Fonteinen, though try t...Absolutely must go to Drie Fonteinen, though try to go on a Friday so the tasting room and train station are open, unless you have a car, then Saturday works as well. <br /><br />If you're heading down south to Orval, I also recommend writing Fantome and stopping in, we had a great time there, very rustic brewery.<br /><br />Edinburgh was great as well. You'll really get your cask fix DA Beershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13592377918990052792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-31789356985358891072011-10-19T10:27:00.829-07:002011-10-19T10:27:00.829-07:00If your going to tour breweries in Belgium. Do it ...If your going to tour breweries in Belgium. Do it right and blanket the area. Here's a list of Belgian Breweries to tour:<br /><br />Bosteels Brewery<br />Cantillon<br />De Dolle Brouwers<br />Drie Fonteinen<br />Huyghe<br />la Brasserie Fantome<br />La Chouffe<br />La Rulles<br />Rochefort<br />Rodenbach<br />Trois Fourquets<br />Van Eecke<br />Westmalle<br />Westvleteren<br />Boon<br />Harry Houstonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-70895973985655252032011-10-19T10:16:02.165-07:002011-10-19T10:16:02.165-07:00Staminee de Garre in Brugge, and De Dolle in Esen ...Staminee de Garre in Brugge, and De Dolle in Esen (may already be on your list).Mike Wrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01787357174063046376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-60861395146831904432011-10-19T09:19:19.835-07:002011-10-19T09:19:19.835-07:00Your description of a "two-country odyssey&qu...Your description of a "two-country odyssey" angered up this kilt wearer. You know Scotland's it's own country, right?<br /><br />Absolutely, positively go to Cantillon in Brussels. It's easy to get to from the Metro and is a living museum of the process of making gueuze. Also, not beer-related, but I really enjoyed my trip to the Atomium outside of Brussels (http://ElGordohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14008502996123204974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21271644.post-55893040979875744242011-10-19T08:57:17.254-07:002011-10-19T08:57:17.254-07:00If you end up in Bruges at any point I've rece...If you end up in Bruges at any point I've recently finished a series of posts on beer cafes and restauarants there after a trip in August:<br /><br />http://beerprole.wordpress.com/tag/bruges/<br /><br />I'd also recommend "Around Bruges In 80 Beers".Nickhttp://beerprole.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com