đ” MATCHA BELGIUM - Maya goes around the Belgium and drink top quality matcha drinks and green cakes.
đ” Antwerp: Diamonds, Fashion, and Matcha – Where to Get the Best Green Tea in Belgium's Coolest City?
Tags: #AntwerpMatcha #MatchaBelgium #AntwerpCafes
Matcha Maya: Goedemiddag from Antwerp, the bright diamond capital of Belgium and a big name in fashion! I am standing on the old stone streets of Meir, which is the city's main shopping street. Around me, I can see tall and beautiful old buildings, and people here are looking sharp and full of energy. Today, I want to see how the people in this lively Flemish city enjoy matcha. With me is Lars De Smet. He is a food blogger from here, and he loves coffee. He also knows the best places to eat and drink in the city.
Lars: Maya, hello and welcome to Antwerp! This city is a place where many cultures meet. We have diamonds that come from India, fashion from Paris, and now our matcha comes from Japan. We have put our own style on it.
Matcha Maya: That is really interesting! If you are visiting for the first time, where should you start to get into matcha?
Lars: You need to try KĆ«kai Matcha Studio first. It is a women-owned spot in the middle of the city. They do more than just make matcha. They love everything about it. You can get lattes that feel smooth or try matcha in the old way. Every drink here is made with a lot of care and love. The place is small, and the people who work there really know their stuff. You can also buy good matcha powder to make at home and enjoy it in your own way.
Matcha Maya: That sounds good. What if I want something more trendy?
Lars: Then you have to go to CaffĂšnation on the Meir. This is one of Antwerp’s most well-known coffee shops, and their matcha latte has a big name. They use high-quality matcha and bring it out with a bit of Antwerp style. There’s also Norma, a nice cafĂ© in the chic Zuid area. Their iced matcha with oat milk looks great for photos on Instagram.
Matcha Maya: And for a truly local experience?
Lars: Go to De Broers Van Julienne in the old town centre. It is a warm and simple place where you can have a matcha latte with a piece of appeltaart (Dutch apple pie). This spot brings together Japanese style and Flemish comfort in a good way.
Matcha Maya: Here is one last thing you may want to know. How can you go from Antwerp International Airport (ANR) to the Meir? The Meir is the main street for shopping, where people may get matcha drinks or cakes.
Lars: Antwerp Airport is 5 km from the city centre. The best way to get there is to take bus 51 or 52 to Antwerp‑Berchem station. After that, get on a tram. You can take tram 4, 8, or 15 to the Meir. The trip will take around 20 to 25 minutes. A taxi may get you to the city in about 15 minutes and will cost €20 to €25. When you reach the Meir, you will see many cafĂ©s and shops. You can follow the smell of fresh matcha all around.
Matcha Maya's Verdict: Antwerp is a city with old and new parts. It holds on to tradition, but it is also cool and up-to-date. You will find a lively and wide range of matcha spots here, the same way the city shows off many styles in its fashion. So, if you love matcha or you want to try it for the first time, Antwerp has the right green drink for you.
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Plan your trip: Visit Antwerp – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Meir (main shopping street), diamant (diamonds), mode (fashion), Schelde (river), Zuid (trendy district)
START POST 2: GHENT
đ” Ghent: Old Canals and Matcha – See the Green Heart of Flanders!
Tags: #GhentMatcha #MatchaBelgium #GhentCafes
Matcha Maya: Goedemiddag from Ghent, a beautiful old city where canals, castles, and creativity meet! Today, I am standing on the lovely Graslei harbour. The place is filled with guild houses from a long time ago. Fien Van den Berghe is here with me. She is a local guide and loves matcha. She knows every hidden spot in this Flemish city.
Fien: Maya, welcome to Ghent! The city has a lot to offer. There is history, art, and now matcha. We have made it a part of the city.
Matcha Maya: Where do you think we should begin our matcha journey?
Fien: You should go to Yume Coffee near Dampoort. They are known for good coffee, and they treat matcha with the same care as their coffee beans. Their matcha latte is smooth, bright in color, and you will remember it for a long time. You should also try Kaffee Allez. It is a small and warm spot in the city centre. They serve matcha with Ghent's well-known neuzekes (candy noses)—a fun local snack!
Matcha Maya: What about a more relaxed vibe?
Fien: Go to Aura Coffee. You will find the place open and bright. You can sit and enjoy a matcha latte as you watch people outside. If you want to try something different, WASBAR is both a spot to wash your clothes and a café. You can have your matcha while your clothes get clean. This is a true Ghent experience.
Matcha Maya: A simple way to ask this is: How can you get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Veldstraat? This street is known for shopping. Tourists go here to buy items like matcha drinks or cakes.
Fien: Brussels Airport is around 60 km from Ghent. The quickest way is to take the train at the airport. Get off at Ghent Sint‑Pieters station. It takes about 40 minutes. From the station, take tram 1 and go to the city centre. Veldstraat is the main shopping street in Ghent. It is close to the Korenmarkt and you can walk there. A taxi will cost about €100 and it will take about 45 minutes.
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Plan your trip: Visit Ghent – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Graslei (harbour), Gravensteen (castle), Veldstraat (shopping street), neuzekes (candy), Korenmarkt (square)
START POST 3: CHARLEROI
đ” Charleroi: The Industrial Heart and Matcha Soul – See Green Tea in Wallonia's Biggest City!
Tags: #CharleroiMatcha #MatchaBelgium #CharleroiCafes
Matcha Maya: Bonjour from Charleroi, the strong industrial city in Wallonia! A lot of people do not notice this city, but the creative energy here is high. Many new cafés are popping up, and you feel the buzz in the air. Today, I am in the lively Ville Basse area, where streets have lots of art and you feel change happening. With me is Camille Dupont, a local blogger and someone who loves to discover the city.
Camille: Maya, hello and welcome to Charleroi! We are a city that likes to come up with new ideas. Matcha is now a big part of how we change and grow.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get good matcha in Charleroi?
Camille: Charleroi does not have a matcha bar at this time, but the coffee scene is getting bigger. Places like Parlor Coffee were among the first in Belgium to bring matcha to the coffee world, and they have made other cafés start offering it too. You will see matcha lattes listed at many cafés in the city centre, mostly near Rue Neuve.
Matcha Maya: What about a cozy spot to relax?
Camille: Go to Le Pain Quotidien near Place Charles II. This place makes matcha that gives you a feel of comfort on a rainy Wallonian day. If you want something a bit different, walk around the cafés near Quai de Brabant. Many of them are now enjoying matcha and making it in new ways.
Matcha Maya: A simple question: how to get from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Rue Neuve, the main shopping street where people can buy matcha drinks or cakes?
Camille: Charleroi Airport is about 7 km from the city centre. The best way is to take bus A1 from the airport to Charleroi‑Sud station. The ride takes about 20 minutes. After that, you can walk to Rue Neuve in a few minutes. A taxi will take about 15 minutes. It will cost around €15–€20.
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Plan your trip: Visit Charleroi – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Ville Basse (lower town), Rue Neuve (shopping street), Sambre (river), street art (street art), terril (slag heap)
START POST 4: BRUSSELS
đ” Brussels: The Capital of Europe Sips Green – Where to Find the Best Matcha in Belgium's Heart?
Tags: #BrusselsMatcha #MatchaBelgium #BrusselsCafes
Matcha Maya: Bonjour from Brussels, the busy center of Europe and a city with many different styles! Today, I am in the stylish Sablon area. Around me, there are old shops, chocolate stores, and a lively feeling that you can feel all around. My guest today is Sophie Laurent, a local food writer. She really loves matcha.
Sophie: Maya, hello and welcome to Brussels! The city has lots of different cultures, and matcha is a big part of it. You will find all kinds of places here. There are fancy cafés and also small, warm spots.
Matcha Maya: A visitor can start their matcha journey with us by trying our classic matcha drink. It is made with the best matcha powder. We mix it with hot water or milk. You can enjoy it plain or add sugar if you like it sweet. This drink is easy to make and tastes fresh. If you feel new to matcha, this is the best first step. You can really see what makes matcha so special.
Sophie: You should go to Parlor Coffee. They were one of the first in Belgium to bring matcha to coffee places. They still make it better than almost anyone. Their matcha latte tastes just right. It is earthy and smooth, and it is not too sweet. Another good place is KAGE. It is a tea studio. They let people try matcha and join workshops about it.
Matcha Maya: What about something more on‑the‑go?
Sophie: Barkboy is known for its matcha cans. They are great when you want to grab an iced matcha latte on a busy day. Akko Café on Rue du Bailli is a warm place where you can sit, drink a matcha, and see the stylish people at Sablon walk by.
Matcha Maya: A question people often ask is this. How can you get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rue Neuve? This street is where tourists go to buy matcha drinks or cakes.
Sophie: Brussels Airport is only 12 km away from the city centre. The quickest way is to get the train from the airport to Brussels‑Central station. It takes about 17 minutes. Rue Neuve is a 10-minute walk from there. A taxi will take about 25 minutes and cost between €35 and €45.
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Plan your trip: Visit Brussels – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Sablon (district), Grand‑Place (main square), Rue Neuve (shopping street), chocolat (chocolate), EU (European Union)
START POST 5: LIĂGE
đ” LiĂšge: The City's Matcha Awakening – Get Green Tea in Wallonia's Cultural Capital!
Tags: #LiĂšgeMatcha #MatchaBelgium #LiĂšgeCafes
Matcha Maya: Bonjour from LiÚge, the lively city with a bold spirit! This place was once known for its industry. Now, it is full of life, art, and music. The café scene here is growing fast. Today, I am at the busy Place du Marché, where old buildings stand and you can feel the city's energy. With me is Julien Remacle, who is a local barista and loves matcha.
Julien: Maya, welcome to LiĂšge! We are a city that loves to show how we feel, and that is true when it comes to good food and drinks, too.
Matcha Maya: Where can we get the best matcha in LiĂšge?
Julien: You have to go to KAWA LiĂšge. They have matcha and hojicha. The care they put into what they serve is great. A good place to try is The Coffee LiĂšge. They make a matcha and white chocolate cookie that people really like. If you want plain tea, check out Tea Tower on Rue Saint Paul. They have strong matcha and let you try some for free.
Matcha Maya: What about a trendy café?
Julien: Balio Café is a place many people do not know about. It is famous for matcha cookies. They are chewy and sweet. These cookies go really well with a hot latte. The café crowd in LiÚge loves to find new spots. So, feel free to walk around the side streets. You may find matcha in places that will surprise you.
Matcha Maya: A real question people ask is, how do you get from LiÚge Airport (LGG) to Place du Marché? This is the main street for shopping, and visitors like to buy matcha drinks or cakes there.
Julien: LiĂšge Airport is about 10 km from the city centre. The best way is to take bus 57 to LiĂšge‑Guillemins station. The ride takes about 30 minutes. After that, you can ride the tram for a short distance. You can also walk to Place du MarchĂ© in about 15 minutes. A taxi ride takes about 20 minutes. It costs around €25–€30.
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Plan your trip: Visit LiĂšge – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Place du Marché (market square), Meuse (river), cÎteux (hills), boule de LiÚge (meatball), fiery
START POST 6: SCHAERBEEK
đ” Schaerbeek: Brussels’ Most Lively Part – Where Matcha and Mixed Cultures Come Together!
Tags: #SchaerbeekMatcha #MatchaBelgium #SchaerbeekCafes
Matcha Maya: Bonjour from Schaerbeek, one of Brussels’ most lively and mixed boroughs! This is a place where Art Nouveau buildings stand with people from all over the world. Today, I am on the busy ChaussĂ©e de Haecht. The feel of the neighborhood is all around me, with people always bringing something new. Yasmina El Khoury is here with me. She is a local food blogger, and she knows every secret place.
Yasmina: Maya, welcome to Schaerbeek! This is a place where different things come together. Matcha is a good fit for this feel.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get good matcha in Schaerbeek?
Yasmina: While Schaerbeek does not have a matcha café made only for matcha yet, you can get good matcha lattes in different coffee places on Avenue Louis Bertrand. The area near Josaphat Park is seeing new cafés pop up that are starting to bring in the matcha trend. For something different, walk around the side streets close to Place de la Patrie. You may find some places that serve matcha in their own style.
Matcha Maya: A real question: What is the best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Chaussée de Haecht, where you can find shops for matcha drinks or cakes?
Yasmina: Brussels Airport is around 10 km from Schaerbeek. The best way is to get the train from the airport to Brussels‑North station. It will take about 15 minutes. Then, ChaussĂ©e de Haecht is a 10‑minute walk from there. You can also use the tram for a short ride. If you take a taxi, it will take about 20 minutes and cost around €30–€40.
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Plan your trip: Visit Brussels – Schaerbeek Guide
Local Keywords: Josaphat (park), Art Nouveau (architecture), Chaussée de Haecht (street), multiculturel (multicultural), Patrie (square)
START POST 7: ANDERLECHT
đ” Anderlecht: Football, History, and Matcha – Find Green Tea in Brussels’ Greenest Area!
Tags: #AnderlechtMatcha #MatchaBelgium #AnderlechtCafes
Matcha Maya: Hello from Anderlecht! This area is the place where Belgium's top football club plays. It is also full of nice spots in Brussels that many do not know about. Today, I am near the old Saint‑Guidon church. There are both old and new things around me here. Thomas Vanden Berghe is also here. He works as a sports journalist and loves to find good cafĂ©s.
Thomas: Maya, welcome to Anderlecht! Here, we have a strong feel for who we are. Our cafés are growing and doing well.
Matcha Maya: Where can you get good matcha in Anderlecht?
Thomas: Anderlecht is getting noticed as a spot for matcha. There are several cafés near Place de la Vaillance that now serve matcha lattes. The Erasmus district is close to the well-known Erasmus House. It has tea spots that feel nice and welcoming. If you want something different, check out the cafés close to Astrid Park. They are great for a calm break with matcha.
Matcha Maya: A simple question: how can people go from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Place de la Vaillance, the main shopping street where you can buy matcha drinks or cakes?
Thomas: Brussels Airport sits around 15 km away from Anderlecht. The best way is to get on the train to Brussels‑South station. After that, you can take tram 81 to Place de la Vaillance. The trip takes about 40 minutes. A taxi will get you there in 30 minutes and that will cost you about €40–€50.
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Plan your trip: Visit Anderlecht – Official Guide
Local Keywords: Saint‑Guidon (church), Erasmus (district), Parc Astrid (park), football (soccer), Vaillance (square)
START POST 8: BRUGES
đ” Bruges: The Venice of the North Sips Matcha – Find Green Tea in Belgium's Fairytale City!
Tags: #BrugesMatcha #MatchaBelgium #BrugesCafes
Matcha Maya: Goedemiddag from Bruges, the city with nice canals, stone streets, and great chocolate! Bruges is one of Europe's most lovely places, and the cafes have a charm that matches both the old buildings and feel of the city. Today, I am at the Markt square. All around me are guild houses and the famous Belfry. I am here with Liesbet De Witte, who is from the area and likes matcha.
Liesbet: Maya, it is good to have you in Bruges! This city is known for romance and quality. Matcha goes well with these things.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get the best matcha in Bruges?
Liesbet: Bruges is best known for its chocolate and beer, but coffee spots are now easier to find. You can get matcha lattes in many small cafĂ©s along Steenstraat, the main shopping street, and around Zand square. Try a matcha by the canals near Rozenhoedkaai for a nice view—it really feels like a storybook scene.
Matcha Maya: A simple question many people have is this: how do you go from Brussels Airport (BRU) to the Markt? This is the main shopping street. A lot of people like to get matcha drinks or cakes there.
Liesbet: Brussels Airport is about 110 km from Bruges. The best way is to take the train from the airport to Bruges station; the trip takes about 80. From the station, it is a 15 walk to the Markt. A taxi will cost about €150–€180 and will take about 80.
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Plan your trip: Visit Bruges – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Markt (square), Belfort (belfry), Rozenhoedkaai (canal), Steenstraat (shopping street), kant (lace)
START POST 9: NAMUR
đ” Namur: The Citadel City Drinks Matcha – Try Green Tea where Two Rivers Meet!
Tags: #NamurMatcha #MatchaBelgium #NamurCafes
Matcha Maya: Hello from Namur, the beautiful capital of Wallonia! This city has a big fort on a hill, but what really stands out is the feel of its busy cafes. Today, I am at the Place d'Armes, where there is a lot to see in this city by the river. Here with me is Claire De Jaeger, a blogger from Namur who loves the old fort.
Claire: Maya, hello and welcome to Namur! We have a lot of history and nature here. Matcha goes well as you see all of it.
Matcha Maya: Where can you get good matcha in Namur?
Claire: Namur’s cafĂ© scene is getting better all the time. You can get matcha lattes at many places on Rue de Fer, which is the main shopping street. The area close to the Meuse river has some nice cafĂ©s where you can feel at home. Matcha is starting to be popular there, too. For an extra nice moment, have a matcha while you look at the view of the citadel from the Boulevard de la SauveniĂšre.
Matcha Maya: A common question is how you can get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Place d'Armes. This is the main shopping street where you will find matcha drinks and cakes for people to buy.
Claire: Brussels Airport is around 60 km away from Namur. The best way is to take the train from the airport to Namur station. The trip takes about an hour. When you get to the station, it is a 10‑minute walk to Place d'Armes. A taxi costs from €100–€120 and will be about 50 minutes.
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Plan your trip: Visit Namur – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Citadelle (a fort), Meuse (a river), Sambre (a river), Place d'Armes (a square), Rue de Fer (a shopping street)
START POST 10: LEUVEN
đ” Leuven: The Student City Sips Matcha – Try Green Tea in Belgium's University Heart!
Tags: #LeuvenMatcha #MatchaBelgium #LeuvenCafes
Matcha Maya: Goedemiddag from Leuven! It is a busy student city with Belgium’s oldest university. The city is full of energy, and cafĂ©s here are busy, just like the beer spots. Today, I am at the Oude Markt. People call it "the longest bar in the world." I am here with Koen Tieleman, a local student who knows a lot about coffee shops.
Koen: Maya, hello and welcome to Leuven! Our city is known for new ideas and thinking—and matcha is the latest thing everyone talks about on campus.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get the best matcha in Leuven?
Koen: Leuven is a great place for coffee. You can get good matcha lattes in cafĂ©s at the Oude Markt and on Diestsestraat, which is the main street for shopping. Near the Catholic University, there are many cafĂ©s where students meet and enjoy matcha while they work or study. If you want to try something different, order a matcha with speculoos—a famous cookie from Belgium.
Matcha Maya: A common thing people ask is how to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Oude Markt. This is where people go shopping or can buy matcha drinks and cakes.
Koen: Brussels Airport is around 25 km from Leuven. The best way to get there is to take the train from the airport to Leuven station. It takes only about 15 minutes. From the station, Oude Markt is about 10 minutes on foot. A taxi will take you about 25 minutes and cost between €50 and €60.
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Plan your trip: Visit Leuven – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Oude Markt (square), Stella Artois (beer), Diestsestraat (shopping street), universiteit (university), speculoos (biscuit)
START POST 11: MOLENBEEK-SAINT-JEAN
đ” Molenbeek: Brussels’ Rising Star – Where Matcha Meets the City’s Fresh Change!
Tags: #MolenbeekMatcha #MatchaBelgium #MolenbeekCafes
Matcha Maya: Bonjour from Molenbeek-Saint-Jean, one of Brussels’ fast-changing and lively parts! The area is full of ideas, strength, and tasty food. Today, I am at the Rue des Tanneurs, feeling the life of a group that is getting better every day. With me is Sami Chahid, a person from here who runs his own business and cares about better food for the people.
Sami: Maya, welcome to Molenbeek! We're a part of the city that's changing how people see us. Now, matcha is a big part of our new story.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get some good matcha in Molenbeek?
Sami: There are now more cafés in Molenbeek. You can get matcha lattes at a few new cafés on Rue de la Prairie and close to the Quai du Hainaut. There are also good food places near the Tour & Taxis site. If you want something from the area, have your matcha with a pain au chocolat from one of the small, local bakeries in the borough.
Matcha Maya: Here is a common question. How can you get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Rue des Tanneurs? This street is a main spot for shopping. People go there to buy matcha drinks or cakes.
Sami: Brussels Airport is around 15 km from Molenbeek. The best way is to take the train to Brussels-North station. After that, get on tram 51 to Rue des Tanneurs. This ride takes about 35 minutes. A taxi will get you there in around 25 minutes and cost about €35–€45.
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Plan your trip: Visit Brussels – Molenbeek Guide
Local Keywords: Tour & Taxis (site), canal (canal), Rue des Tanneurs (street), industrie (industry), renouveau (renewal)
START POST 12: MONS
đ” Mons: The City of Doudou Sips Matcha – Find Green Tea in Wallonia's Cultural Capital!
Tags: #MonsMatcha #MatchaBelgium #MonsCafes
Matcha Maya: Hello from Mons, a city in Europe called the European Capital of Culture before! Mons is a city full of history, stories, and a bright café culture. Today, I am standing in the Grand-Place. There are many beautiful old buildings here in the Gothic style. With me is Anne-Sophie Roussel. She is a local guide and loves culture.
Anne‑Sophie: Maya, welcome to Mons! We are a city that loves to enjoy life. People here know how to throw a party. Matcha is the new thing we like now.
Where is the best matcha in Mons? Matcha Maya is the place to go for good matcha.
Anne-Sophie: Mons is a good place for coffee lovers. You can find matcha lattes in cafes at the Grand-Place and on Rue de Nimy. This street is one of the main shopping streets in the town. There are also some nice spots close to the Belfry where people can sit, relax, and have a matcha. The view is nice from there too.
Matcha Maya: Here is a simple question. How can you get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to the Grand‑Place? The Grand‑Place is the main shopping street where visitors can buy matcha drinks or cakes.
Anne‑Sophie: Brussels Airport is about 70 km from Mons. The best way is to take the train from the airport to Mons station. The trip takes about 70 minutes. From the station, the Grand‑Place is a 10‑minute walk. A taxi costs about €120–€150 and will take around an hour.
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Plan your trip: Visit Mons – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Grand‑Place (square), Doudou (festival), Belfry (belfry), Rue de Nimy (shopping street), culture (culture)
START POST 13: AALST
đ” Aalst: The Carnival City Sips Matcha – Find Green Tea in Flanders’ Most Exciting Town!
Tags: #AalstMatcha #MatchaBelgium #AalstCafes
Matcha Maya: Hello from Aalst. This city loves to have fun. Aalst is known for its carnival, which UNESCO lists as special. You will find joy, bright colors, and cafes that offer good food and drinks here. I am standing in the Grote Markt. The energy in this place feels lively. With me is Elias De Bruyne, he helps with local festivals and likes going to cafes.
Elias: Maya, welcome to Aalst! People here like to have fun, and the city is always ready for a good time. Now, taking matcha in the morning is the new big thing for us.
Matcha Maya: Do you know some places in Aalst where you can get good matcha?
Elias: There are more cafĂ©s in Aalst now. You can get matcha lattes at a few places on Kattestraat, the main shopping street. Near Sint‑Martinuskerk, there are also many nice cafĂ©s. Try having your matcha with an Aalsterse vlaai. It is a local custard tart.
Matcha Maya: A practical question: how to go from Brussels Airport (BRU) to the Grote Markt, the main shopping street where people can get matcha drinks or cakes?
Elias: Brussels Airport is about 50 km from Aalst. The best way is to go by train from the airport to Aalst station. This will take about 50 minutes. When you get to the station, it is a 10-minute walk to the Grote Markt. A taxi can cost between €90 and €110, and will take about 45 minutes.
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Plan your trip: Visit Aalst – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Grote Markt (square), carnaval (carnival), Sint‑Martinus (church), Kattestraat (shopping street), vlaai (custard tart)
START POST 14: HASSELT
đ” Hasselt: The Capital of Limburg Sips Matcha – Enjoy Green Tea in Belgium's Gin City!
Tags: #HasseltMatcha #MatchaBelgium #HasseltCafes
Matcha Maya: Goedemiddag from Hasselt, a nice city in Limburg. This place is known for its gin, its style, and now, for more places with matcha. Today, I am at the Grote Markt. There is so much nice old design around here. I am with Lien Vranken, she is from here and she is into style and gin.
Lien: Maya, welcome to Hasselt! We are a city known for taste. Matcha is the new flavor we have.
Matcha Maya: Where can we get the best matcha in Hasselt?
Lien: Hasselt has many great cafĂ©s. You can find matcha lattes at several places on Demerstraat, the main shopping street. There are also some nice tea houses close to the Japanese Garden. If you want to try something different, get a matcha with Hasseltse jenever—the city's well-known gin!
Matcha Maya: A common question is about how to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to the Grote Markt. This is the main shopping street. People can buy matcha drinks or cakes there.
Brussels Airport is around 80 km from Hasselt. The best way is to take the train from the airport to Hasselt station. The trip takes about 80 minutes. From the station, you can walk to Grote Markt. It is just a 10-minute walk. A taxi will cost between €140 and €170. The ride will take about 70 minutes.
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Plan your trip: Visit Hasselt – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Grote Markt (square), jenever (gin), Japans Tuin (Japanese garden), Demerstraat (shopping street), fashion (fashion)
START POST 15: IXELLES
đ” Ixelles: Brussels' Most Stylish Area – Where Matcha and Elegance Meet!
Tags: #IxellesMatcha #MatchaBelgium #IxellesCafes
Matcha Maya: Hello from Ixelles, one of the most stylish parts of Brussels. You can see nice homes, cool shops, and a strong café vibe. Today, I am at Place du Chùtelain. Around me are some of the best-dressed people in the city. With me is Camille Van Damme, a local art expert and café lover.
Camille: Maya, hello and welcome to Ixelles! We're a place that likes good things—and matcha is one of them.
Matcha Maya: Where is the best matcha in Ixelles?
Camille: Ixelles is a great place if you like matcha. You can get good matcha lattes in cafés on Rue du Bailli and Rue Washington. Akko Café on Rue du Bailli is one you should try. If you want things to be quiet, go to the Bois de la Cambre area. There, you will find some tea houses that serve matcha in a nice park.
Matcha Maya: A simple question is, how can I get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to the Place du ChĂątelain? It's the main shopping street. Many tourists go there to buy matcha drinks or cakes.
Camille: Brussels Airport is almost 15 km away from Ixelles. The best way is to take the train to Brussels-Luxembourg station. After that, use tram 81 to reach Place du ChĂątelain. The trip takes close to 35 minutes. A taxi takes around 25 minutes and costs about €40–€50.
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Plan your trip: Visit Ixelles – Official Guide
Local Keywords: Chùtelain (square), Bois de la Cambre (park), Rue du Bailli (street), art (art), élégance (elegance)
START POST 16: MECHELEN
đ” Mechelen: The City of Carillons Sips Matcha – Enjoy Green Tea in Flanders’ Historic Heart!
Tags: #MechelenMatcha #MatchaBelgium #MechelenCafes
Matcha Maya: Goedemiddag from Mechelen. This city is right in the middle of Antwerp and Brussels. Mechelen has beautiful buildings, a carillon that is on the UNESCO list, and many busy cafes. Today, I am at the Grote Markt. The square is full of nice guild houses. With me is Tine Van Hoof, who knows a lot about history here and loves cafes.
Tine: Maya, welcome to Mechelen! We're glad you are here. Many people don't notice this city, but the café culture in Mechelen is growing well.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get good matcha in Mechelen?
Tine: Mechelen has many nice cafĂ©s that focus on certain drinks. You can get matcha lattes on Bruul, which is the main street for shopping, and around the Vismarkt. The area by the Sint‑Romboutskathedraal has some comfy places. You can sit there and have a matcha while you look at the cathedral.
Matcha Maya: A question many people ask is this. How can you get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to the Grote Markt? This is the main shopping street. Tourists go there to buy matcha drinks or cakes.
Time: Brussels Airport is about 20 km from Mechelen. The best way is to take the train from the airport to Mechelen station. The trip takes about 25 minutes. From the station, you can walk to Grote Markt in 10 minutes. A taxi takes about 25 minutes and costs around €50–€60.
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Plan your trip: Visit Mechelen – Official Tourism Guide
Local Keywords: Grote Markt (square), Sint-Rombouts (cathedral), Bruul (shopping street), carillon (bells), Vismarkt (fish market)
START POST 17: BEVEREN‑KRUIBEKE‑ZWIJNDRECHT
đ” Beveren‑Kruibeke‑Zwijndrecht: The Waasland Region Sips Matcha – Try Green Tea on the Banks of the Scheldt!
Tags: #BeverenMatcha #MatchaBelgium #WaaslandCafes
Matcha Maya: Goedemiddag from the Waasland region, where Beveren‑Kruibeke‑Zwijndrecht have come together as one place! Here you can see green polders, old castles, and a quiet but growing cafĂ© feel. Today, I am in Beveren, enjoying the charm of this town in the Flemish countryside. With me is Wim De Smet, who is a local nature guide and someone who loves cafĂ©s.
Wim: Maya, welcome to the Waasland! We have a lot of space, nature, and good things here. Matcha goes well with all of that.
Matcha Maya: Where do they have good matcha around here?
Wim: This area is mostly in the country, but you can find nice cafĂ©s in the town centres of Beveren and Kruibeke that are starting to offer matcha. There are several tea rooms near the Scheldt river. If you want something different, you can drink your matcha while looking at the Kruibeke‑Bazel‑Rupelmonde polders. It is very peaceful.
Matcha Maya: A common question is how to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Beveren. The main shopping street in Beveren is where you can buy matcha drinks or cakes.
Wim: Brussels Airport is about 60 km away from Beveren. The best way is to take the train from the airport to Antwerp‑Berchem station. After you get there, take bus 83 to Beveren. The trip takes around 80 minutes. A taxi costs about €100–€120 and it takes close to 50 minutes.
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Plan your trip: Visit Beveren – Official Guide
Local Keywords: Scheldt (river), polders (polders), Waasland (region), kasteel (castle), natuur (nature)
START POST 18: UCCLE
đ” Uccle: Brussels’ Greenest Area – Where Matcha Meets Calm!
Tags: #UccleMatcha #MatchaBelgium #UccleCafes
Matcha Maya: Bonjour from Uccle, one of Brussels’ most leafy and stylish places! There are nice parks, big homes, and lots of cafes that feel just right for people who like matcha. Today, I am at the Place Saint‑Job, where you feel the calm and beauty of the area. With me is Isabelle Dubois, a gardener from here who loves matcha.
Isabelle: Maya, hello to Uccle! The people in this part of town want peace and good living. Matcha is a great drink that gives you both.
Matcha Maya: Where can we get the best matcha in Uccle?
Isabelle: Uccle is a place where you can find many nice cafĂ©s. You can get a matcha latte on the ChaussĂ©e de Waterloo or near the Place du TrĂŽne. There are also some tea houses close to the ForĂȘt de Soignes. There, you can sit with a matcha and be around nature.
Matcha Maya: Here is a practical question. How can you go from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Place Saint‑Job, which is the main shopping street where people like to get matcha drinks or cakes?
Isabelle: Brussels Airport is around 18 km from Uccle. The easiest way is to take the train to Brussels-South station. Then, you can get on tram 92 to Place Saint-Job. The whole trip takes about 40 minutes. A taxi will get you there in around 30 minutes, and it costs about €40–€50.
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Plan your trip: Visit Uccle – Official Guide
Local Keywords: Place Saint‑Job (square), ForĂȘt de Soignes (forest), ChaussĂ©e de Waterloo (street), vert (green), tranquilitĂ© (quietness)
START POST 19: SINT‑NIKLAAS
đ” Sint-Niklaas: The Waasland Capital Sips Matcha – Try Green Tea in Flanders' Friendliest City!
Tags: #SintNiklaasMatcha #MatchaBelgium #SintNiklaasCafes
Matcha Maya: Good afternoon from Sint-Niklaas. This place is the busy heart of Waasland. The city is loved for its huge market square, the nice people, and many cafes you can find here. Today, I am at the Grote Markt. It is one of the biggest market squares in Belgium. With me is Joris Van den Abeele. He has a local shop and likes coffee.
Joris: Maya, hello and welcome to Sint‑Niklaas! People here feel happy when visitors come. The city is proud of how more cafĂ©s are opening now.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get good matcha in Sint-Niklaas?
Joris: Sint-Niklaas has several good cafés. You will find matcha lattes along Hendrik Heymanplein and around the Grote Markt. The area near the Sint-Nicolaaskerk also has some nice spots where you can enjoy a matcha and see the church.
Matcha Maya: A simple question is how do I get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to the Grote Markt, the big street where people can buy matcha drinks or cakes?
Joris: Brussels Airport is about 60 km from Sint‑Niklaas. The best and easiest way is to get on the train at the airport and go to Sint‑Niklaas station. The trip takes around 60 minutes. After you get to the station, it is a 10-minute walk to the Grote Markt. A taxi will cost you about €100–€120 and take about 50 minutes.
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Plan your trip: Visit Sint‑Niklaas – Official Guide
Local Keywords: Grote Markt (square), Waasland (region), Sint‑Nicolaas (church), Hendrik Heymanplein (square), gastvrij (friendly)
START POST 20: LA LOUVIĂRE
đ” La LouviĂšre: The City of Wolves Sips Matcha – Try Green Tea in Wallonia's Industrial Heart!
Tags: #LaLouviĂšreMatcha #MatchaBelgium #LaLouviĂšreCafes
Matcha Maya: Bonjour from La LouviĂšre. This city has a wolf in its name and lot of energy in its people. It used to be a busy place for industry, but now it is changing. The city is making new things happen, and the cafĂ©s are part of it. Today, I am at the Grand‑Place, where old buildings stand around me. I am here with Marc Delvaux. He is from La LouviĂšre and knows a lot about the history. He also likes to check out cafĂ©s around here.
Marc: Maya, welcome to La LouviĂšre! This city is proud of its working-class roots. We welcome new flavours like matcha with open arms.
Matcha Maya: Where can I get good matcha in La LouviĂšre?
Marc: La LouviÚre has more cafés now. You can get matcha lattes in a few places there, mainly along Rue de la Cité, which is the main street for shops. Near the Bois du Cazier, a site with history that's recognized by UNESCO, there are some cafés too. These places are also beginning to serve matcha.
Matcha Maya: A simple question: how do you get from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Grand-Place, the busy shopping street where people can buy matcha drinks or cakes?
Marc: Charleroi Airport is about 25 km away from La LouviĂšre. The best and easiest way is to get the bus A1 to Charleroi‑Sud station. After that, take a train to La LouviĂšre‑Centre station. The whole trip will take about one hour. From La LouviĂšre‑Centre station, you can walk to the Grand‑Place in about ten minutes. A taxi costs around €40–€50 and should get you there in about half an hour.
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Plan your trip: Visit La LouviĂšre – Official Guide
Local Keywords: Grand‑Place (square), Bois du Cazier (mining site), Rue de la CitĂ© (shopping street), loup (wolf), industrie (industry)
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