Ghent: Food & Drink Walking Tour with Tastings
Join an entertaining local guide on a culinary and historical journey through the charming streets of Ghent. A culinary adventure through Ghent you will never forget!
What to order at Lokaal
- Must order
- Whatever the week's organic delivery inspired: the kitchen announces the menu via social channels each week.
- Editor tip
- The tea selection here is serious and underrated; combine a budget lunch with an afternoon working over a pot of loose-leaf tea.
CuisineOrganic Vegetarian
Price€
Neighborhoodbinnenstad
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Must order: Whatever the week's organic delivery inspired: the kitchen announces the menu via social channels each week.
Tip: The tea selection here is serious and underrated; combine a budget lunch with an afternoon working over a pot of loose-leaf tea.
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Location
Address: Brabantdam 100, 9000 Gent, Ghent
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