Author: Martin Banks

Martin Banks

Martin Banks is a highly experienced, British-born journalist with over 16 years' experience of covering the EU and other international bodies based in Brussels/Belgium for several titles. Prior to that, he had worked on a range of leading UK regional newspapers since 1980. He is an occasional contributor to Brussels Express writing on a wide variety of issues, including travel and eating out.

L'Huitrière

Foodie Gastronomy Seafood

L’Huitriere: A favourite haunt of Raymond Goethals

16 May 201816 May 2018 Martin Banks

The Champions League final beckons (May 26) and older Belgians will fondly recall the feats of Raymond Goethals. He was

Costa dAmalfi

Foodie Gastronomy Italia Opinion

Spring has sprung and it spells change for Costa d’Amalfi

9 May 201810 May 2018 Martin Banks

From 28 April, there has been a brand new menu available at this popular Italian restaurant to herald (hopefully) better

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Belgium Tourism Travel Pulse

Which English town is closest to Brussels?

6 May 20186 May 2018 Martin Banks

Question: Which English town is closest to Brussels? The answer is Ashford which is (by train) less than two hours

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Belgium Brussels European Union

EU aid for redundancies in the Belgian province of Hainaut

1 May 20181 May 2018 Martin Banks

EU aid for redundancies in the Belgian province of Hainaut Caterpillar and five suppliers hit by decline in EU-28 exports,

Walibi

Belgian Escapade In focus News Travel Pulse Walibi Wallonia

Wallonian tourism is set for a big boost with the reopening of Walibi and Aqualibi

30 April 2018 Martin Banks

Wallonian tourism is set for a big boost with the reopening after a major facelift of Walibi and Aqualibi, near

Carnivore

Foodie Gastronomy Meat Opinion

Carnivore: A meat lover’s paradise

12 April 201813 April 2018 Martin Banks

The clue as to what diners can expect at this excellent new restaurant is in the name: Carnivore. The very

Star wars

Belgium Entertainment Exhibition Opinion

Star Wars lands in Brussels

7 April 20187 April 2018 Martin Banks

For more than four decades, audiences around the world have marveled at the adventures of Luke and Anakin Skywalker and

Bonsoir clara

Foodie Gastronomy Mediterranean Opinion

Imagine naming your restaurant after your daughter!

2 April 20182 April 2018 Martin Banks

It is an indication, of course, of a father’s love and affection for his offspring. Situated amidst trendy fashion shops

Jesus

Jesus musical at Forest National

30 March 201830 March 2018 Martin Banks

If the world sometimes appears to be quite mad a new musical show coming to Brussels may provide the reassurance

Parf’Inde Epices

Foodie Gastronomy India

Authentic Indian food in the heart of Waterloo

23 March 201823 March 2018 Martin Banks

Amardeep Singh used to spend his spare time visiting peoples’ homes to cook his favourite Indian food. Now, the tables