Sugar and spice and all things nice
Ophélie d’Ippolito moved to Saint-Gilles about two years ago, where she currently runs a cupcake shop just off the Parvis
For lovers only
Paris isn’t the only destination for a short romantic getaway. Our writers round up some of the best hotels for an amorous weekend
On the petition warpath
For all campaigners against injustice, one sure fire way of getting your case heard at a political level is to submit a petition
The Debussy conundrum
A fine array of anniversary concerts celebrate the French composer, and might just boost his placement on the charts
The Brand – Hof van Cleve
Michelin-starred restaurant Hof van Cleve has established itself as one of the world’s best. We met its founder and head chef Peter Goossens
The real Brussels
Michel Courbet owns an authentic American clothing shop on one of Brussels’ most authentic streets: Rue Haute in the Marolles
Schools for thought
If sending your child to a Belgian school is not for you, what are the alternatives?
Django’s timeless swing
Django Reinhardt remains one of Europe’s most celebrated guitarists, but his musical achievement tends to be overshadowed by his legend
The art of multitasking
Is it a hairdresser’s, is it a publishing house or is it an art gallery? Why, Salon d’Art is all three
Hit the slopes
Our guide to the best short ski holiday destinations
Used-car market revs up
Our guide to driving off with the best second-hand car deal in town
My big, fat Belgian wedding
Planning on getting married in Belgium? Don’t do a thing until you’ve read The Bulletin’s ultimate guide to organising your big day
Love at first bite
One couple's quest to eat and drink only 100 percent Belgian produce for 2011
Hot dates for 2012
The next six months hold great stuff in store, but she who hesitates will not get in the door. Herewith, The Bulletin’s picks

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Sugar and spice and all things nice

About five years ago, 25-year-old Ophélie d’Ippolito swapped her hometown of Liège for Brussels. After a few years in Ixelles and Laeken, she came to Saint-Gilles, where she turned an old newspaper shop on Avenue Jean Volders into a cupcake shop.

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The real Brussels

Michel Courbet owns an authentic American clothing shop on one of Brussels’ most authentic streets: Rue Haute in the Marolles

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For lovers only

On the petition warpath

The Debussy conundrum

Schools for thought

Django’s timeless swing