La Chouffe Belgian Blond Ale

This entry is part 6 of 16 in the series Belgium in a Glass

La Chouffe Belgian Blond Ale (photos via Andrew unless otherwise marked)

Summer is around the corner and nothing pairs better with a Belgian summer than a refreshing Belgian beer. Blond ale is a great choice for the season and there are many options in Belgium. Today we get you started with a few you should try.

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4 things you need to know about working in Belgium

I’ve worked in Belgium for eight years. In that time, I’ve discovered a number of rules about working here, which may be confusing or different from elsewhere. Today I’ll share information about four things you should know about working in Belgium.

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How a VPN works in a business situation

How a VPN works in a business situation

Missing your BBC iPlayer? Can’t access Facebook? Expats and travellers often can’t log on to websites and services they use back home. A Virtual Private Network, or VPN, can help you reach those sites wherever you are in the world.

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ULB Solvay Brussels School of Business Management

Want an MBA in Brussels? Solvay may be a good choice. [Photo via Antonio Ponte]

A year and a half ago, I decided to start a Masters of Business Administration (MBA). I looked at options around Europe, but discovered the best choice for me was here in Belgium.  Today I’ll tell you why Belgium should be at the top of your list for an MBA.

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Ever wonder where Chimay comes from?

Ever wonder where Chimay comes from?

When I think about beer brewed by monks, I imagine dark, old buildings full of ancient brewing equipment, with a musty smell of old beer in the air. We recently travelled to Chimay to visit their brewery and to put my theory to the test. Boy, was I wrong!

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3 Belgian Lambic Beers

This entry is part 5 of 16 in the series Belgium in a Glass

3 Belgian Lambic Beers – Lindemans Faro and Apple beer and Mort Subite Gueuze.

There’s something special in the air around Brussels. No it isn’t just the delicious smell of waffles or frites! It’s the natural yeast and bacteria used to produce Lambic, one of the most unique types of beer in the world.

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