Together Magazine

09/07/2024

Gent makes for a great summer getaway

In the ‘quality of life’ category, Gent ranks 9th with a score of 93.5 out of 100, putting the East Flemish capital in the company of the Swiss cities of Bern, Basel and Zurich. The French city of Grenoble comes out on top in this category.

Summer has finally arrived – or so it seems - so thoughts naturally turn to hazy, lazy days out. Here´s a few ideas to help fill your summertime diary.

09/07/2024

People in Belgium eat less at restaurants and more at fast food joints, according to latest research.

The data shows that the market share of the fast food sector has risen sharply from 9.4 per cent to some 17.1 per cent.

Belgians are less likely to eat in restaurants – 43.5 per cent compared with 51.3 percent before the coronavirus outbreak.

People in Belgium eat less at restaurants and more at fast food joints, according to latest research. The data shows that the market share of the fast

05/07/2024

Candidates have to demonstrate their talent in four different tests, including a questionnaire in English on bar products; a taste test (discovering 6 bar products); the creation of a cocktail in a given time and an oral presentation of the cocktail in French.

Belgium’s Best Bartender of 2024 has been announced. It is Larry Godefroid who will now represent the country in the world championships later this year.

04/07/2024

As Brussels continues to grapple with the challenges posed by cancer, Kom Op Tegen Kanker remains steadfast in its commitment to standing up to this formidable adversary, offering a beacon of light and inspiration to all those touched by the disease.

Together Magazine meets Kom Op Tegen Kanker In the heart of Brussels, the fight against cancer takes on a powerful form through the activities of Kom Op

04/07/2024

Michael Beadling interviews Tarik Hussein and looks at the luxury sneaker resale market in Brussels that has exploded since 2020.

To be ethically conscious and minimalistic is hot right now in 2024, but will soon pass and make way again for the frivolous consumer willing to mortgage his parents apartment to buy 40 pairs of the same shoe.

Michael Beadling interviews Tarik Hussein and looks at the luxury sneaker resale market in Brussels that has exploded since 2020. Walking around central

20/06/2024

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29/03/2024

The LUX Audience Award is the annual version of an EU Oscar. It is led by the European Parliament and the European Film Academy, in partnership with the European Commission and Europa Cinemas. The award celebrates European cinema and its aim is to raise awareness of Europe’s social, political and cultural issues. Nevertheless, read on!

The films rarely sound like a barrel of laughs, though last year’s selection included the Triangle of Sadness, which included that funny moment when the male model transitions from the unapproachable Balenciaga look to the H&M cheap and happy look – google it.

Together takes a look at the short list for the prestigious prize that celebrates European cinema The LUX Audience Award is the annual version of an EU

27/03/2024

Located in the eastern part of Switzerland in the canton of Graubünden, near the border with Austria, at about 1,800 metres the Swiss village of Samnaun is a winter sports paradise offering direct access to over 238 kilometres of groomed slopes and 44 ski lifts which comprise the Silvretta Arena. The village is linked with Ischgl in Austria, but offers a more sedate base than its more boisterous Austrian neighbour from which to enjoy the world class skiing and first rate winter sports infrastructure of the area. Its predominantly south facing slopes mean that its visitors generally get to enjoy sunnier mornings on the slopes and on windy or stormy days when the high border is impassable due to closed lifts guests can still enjoy the less populated slopes of the Swiss side of the Silvretta Arena.

Located in the eastern part of Switzerland in the canton of Graubünden, near the border with Austria, at about 1,800 metres the Swiss village of Samnaun

26/03/2024

As nature begins its rejuvenation, the China Cultural Center in Brussels extends a warm welcome to women artists hailing from diverse linguistic and national backgrounds.

Art connects and serves as the common language of these artists, fostering mutual understanding and respect. It transcends geographical boundaries and disregards differences, intertwining a vibrant tapestry of friendship with its unique allure.

To boost cultural exchange between China and Europe, artists from China, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Poland, Czech Republic, and Ukraine, exhibit almost 60 pieces across a spectrum of mediums, including Chinese painting, oil painting, printmaking, acrylic, watercolor, textile art, and sculpture.

As nature begins its rejuvenation, the China Cultural Center in Brussels extends a warm welcome to women artists hailing from diverse linguistic and

25/03/2024

‘20,000 Species of Bees’ is the first feature-length film by Spanish film director Estibaliz Urresola Solaguren. It explores diversity in terms of identity, nature and culture. It is one of five candidates in the running for the European Parliament’s Lux Audience Award for cinema.

Julian Hale reviews one of five excellent European films in the competition to win the coveted Lux Audience Prize. ‘20,000 Species of Bees’ is the first

25/03/2024

Mark Browne explores this historic and lively neighbourhood of central New York.

A district of New York that earned its intriguing moniker of “Hell’s Kitchen” in the 19th century, this neighbourhood on the west side of midtown Manhattan has a rich history that reflects the evolution of the city. Stretching from 34th Street in the south to 59th street in the north, 8th avenue in the east and the Hudson River to the west, the area was traditionally one of the toughest in New York and its development was heavily shaped by the characters that called it home, including dockers and gangsters of the infamous “Westie” gang in particular. The exact origins of the name “Hell’s Kitchen” are unclear but are believed to reflect its historic reputation as a place where mischief and vice were concocted!

Mark Browne explores this historic and lively neighbourhood of central New York. A district of New York that earned its intriguing moniker of “Hell's

21/03/2024

From March 23 to May 12, 2024, the Cultuurcentrum Scharpoord in Knokke-Heist hosts the 5th edition of. The exhibition highlights emerging photographic talents with innovative and original works. The selection includes the work of 10 promising photographers and is complemented by Maroesjka Lavigne’s photo series “Someone, Somewhere, Sometime”. Since her participation in “Unknown Masterpieces” in 2014, Lavigne has become a leading figure in the world of photography.

With ’Unknown Masterpieces’, curators Stéphane Verheye and Freddy Van Vlaenderen wish to offer emerging photographers a platform allowing them to highlight artistic work that stands out from conventional approaches.

From March 23 to May 12, 2024, the Cultuurcentrum Scharpoord in Knokke-Heist hosts the 5th edition of. The exhibition highlights emerging photographic

15/03/2024

The quest for snow surety has driven the development of once remote hamlets high in the Alps. This has certainly been the case with Gurgl in Ötztal, western Austria. Known as the “Diamond of the Alps”.

The neighbouring villages of Obergurgl and Hochgurgl which together make up the Gurgl ski area, have been expanded substantially in recent years to cater for the demand for premium level resorts and take advantage of the surrounding snowy slopes. These range in altitude from 1,800 metres to over 3,000 metres and this lofty altitude ensures that the resort is among the first to open each season – typically in mid November – and also that it can continue to operate all the way until mid-April.

Mark Browne explored a diamond of a ski resort - through a unique crystal lens! The quest for snow surety has driven the development of once remote

14/03/2024

Bozar, CINEMATEK and the Chantal Akerman Foundation present, “Chantal Akerman. Travelling”. The exhibition retraces the atypical journey of Belgian filmmaker, writer and artist Chantal Akerman (Brussels 1950 – Paris 2015), from her very first films to her late installations in 2015.

Bozar, CINEMATEK and the Chantal Akerman Foundation present, “Chantal Akerman. Travelling”. The exhibition retraces the atypical journey of Belgian

13/03/2024

The Green Door Gallery brings the work of Irish artist Gillian Murphy to Brussels.

Gillian Murphy divides her time working between her studios in Valentia, County Kerry in the South West of Ireland, and Dublin. Working in a variety of media, most of the paintings in this exhibition are rendered using cold wax and oil on panels. This is a multi-layered technique lends itself beautifully to Murphy’s exquisite rendering of the misty landscapes and the dramatic wave formations of the Atlantic ocean.

The Green Door Gallery brings the work of Irish artist Gillian Murphy to Brussels.  Gillian Murphy divides her time working between her studios in

10/03/2024

The Tartine et Boterham is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the celebration of Brussels’ most artisanal bakeries. The guide lists no fewer than 70 artisanal bakeries and patisseries located in the Brussels-Capital Region.

The Tartine et Boterham is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the celebration of Brussels' most artisanal bakeries. The guide lists no fewer than 70

07/03/2024

Easter is fast approaching and the arrival of Spring signifies what, for many, will be blessed relief from a long, wet and dreary winter. It’s the first real chance that many will get to contemplate a short trip to revive their drooping spirit.

Martin Banks welcomes Manoir de Lébioles as a much needed retreat for those who want a short break and don’t want to spend that break in airport queues.

06/03/2024

The Korean Cultural Center Brussels has inaugurated its first exhibition of 2024, a unique showcase of Korean traditional culture encapsulated within three distinct “boxes”.

The boxes are themed around the Hanok, a traditional Korean house. The boxes are replicas of traditional Korean elements, offering visitors a glimpse into three aspects of Korean life: one box represents the life of a man, another the life of a woman, and the third encapsulates general Korean culture. Each box is a microcosm of various unique elements. The exhibition will also feature traditional instruments and skillfully crafted furniture. Additionally, visitors are invited to partake in a Hanbok experience, where guests can try on traditional clothing and capture the moment with photographs. This exhibition promises a comprehensive and immersive journey into the heart of Korean culture.

The Korean Cultural Center Brussels has inaugurated its first exhibition of 2024, a unique showcase of Korean traditional culture encapsulated within

04/03/2024

Zal was twice nominated for an Oscar for Best Cinematography: in 2015 together with Ryszard Lenczewski for Ida (2013) and Cold War (2018). The film tells the story of the commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Höss, and his wife Hedwig, who strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden next to the camp

Federico Grandesso sat down with Łukasz Żal, the cinematographer behind the Cannes Film Festival winner ‘Zone of Interest’ directed by Jonathan Glazer.

02/03/2024

The China Cultural Center, 2 rue Philippe Le Bon, presents ‘A Ceramic Tour on the Silk Road – China Jingdezhen Ceramic Culture Special Exhibition’; through dozens of representative porcelain art pieces, the works invite you to explore the beauty of Chinese ceramics.

The China Cultural Center, 2 rue Philippe Le Bon, presents ‘A Ceramic Tour on the Silk Road - China Jingdezhen Ceramic Culture Special Exhibition’;

01/03/2024

Kimberley Wilson’s book ‘How to Build a Healthy Brain: Reduce stress, anxiety and depression and future-proof your brain’ is in many ways a manifesto; her book is a call to action at a personal and public-policy level to address the surge in mental health problems. The book isn’t just for those currently experiencing real difficulties, but for everyone. There are things all of us can do to make ourselves more resilient.

Kimberley Wilson is on a mission to ensure that we look after that most complex of organs, the brain. Wilson wants us to develop a more holistic

26/02/2024

James Drew makes his pick of films to watch in the coming weeks.
1. Dune: Part Two
2. Ferrari
3. The Last Front
4. Amal
You can read more about each film by clicking on the link below

James Drew makes his pick of films to watch in the coming weeks. Dune: Part Two Now, shout me down if you wish, but I happen to think that David Lynch’s

21/02/2024

TOGETHER IS HIRING. Due to its international expansion, Together Media is hiring a Sales Executive for Belgium. Your responsibility will be to sell advertising space in our print publications, social media and on the internet. If you have experience in these fields, and would like to join our dynamic team, please contact us.

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Jobs Brussels. Looking for a job in the Belgian capital? En raison de son expansion internationale, Together Media embauche un(e) Commercial(e) pour la

21/02/2024

The Netflix series, The Queen’s Gambit, resulted in a surge of interest in chess. Increasingly, women are becoming more involved in the game. Catherine Feore met with Luxembourgish, Woman International Master and chess commentator Fiona Steil-Antoni.

Steil-Antoni started playing chess when she was eight or nine years old. She was inspired by her father: “He had a passion for chess, he had so many chess books. He would sit over the chess board and play through games, sometimes a friend would come over to play friendly games. Eventually, I asked my dad to teach me the rules and I very much enjoyed playing. My younger brother also started playing.”

The Netflix series, The Queen's Gambit, resulted in a surge of interest in chess. Increasingly, women are becoming more involved in the game. Catherine

19/02/2024

A new tourist attraction close to Paris has just opened that’s ideal for Francophiles and Francophones, whether native French speakers or not. If you enjoy words, the French language and want to know more about the history of the French language, the Cité Internationale de La Langue Française is the place to go

Julian Hale seizes on the chance to immerse himself in the intricacies of the French language. A new tourist attraction close to Paris has just opened

15/02/2024

‘Brodeck’ is an adaptation of Philippe Claudel’s novel Brodeck’s Report. The critically acclaimed novel, published in 2007, has been adapted into a graphic novel (Manu Larcenet), a play (Valerie Zipper, La Compagnie du Chien Jaune) and now an opera. Ahead of its premier in Opera Antwerpen (9 February), Claudel, composer Daan Janssens, and director Fabrice Murgia, discussed the book and the opera with Opera Vlaanderen’s Artistic Director, Jan Vandenhouwe.

‘Brodeck’ is an adaptation of Philippe Claudel’s novel Brodeck’s Report. The critically acclaimed novel, published in 2007, has been adapted into a

12/02/2024

This book is a thought-provoking exploration on what makes a good life. The authors are from Yale College’s Center for Faith and Culture who run their most in-demand humanities course: Life Worth Living. Students describe the course as life changing, and preliminary research has shown significant effects of the course on students’ sense of meaning in life. Now we can all have these insights through this guide.

As part of our ongoing series on books aimed at inspiring you to be your best, Together reviews ‘Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most’ by

12/02/2024

Expectations run high for Valentine’s Day, Martin Banks looks at some excellent dining options for those who want to celebrate in style. So why not fire up the feel-good factor and savour some super special treats being cooked up by some of the best restaurants across Brussels.

Expectations run high for Valentine’s Day, Martin Banks looks at some excellent dining options for those who want to celebrate in style. So why not fire