PAKT

Did you think that farming is a purely rural thing? Well think again! Head to the roofs of PAKT if you want to visit a proper urban farm. Growing vegetables and fruit, raising chickens and fish: easy to do on the roofs of an old warehouse. But there’s more to PAKT than urban agriculture because it’s also home to several sustainable and creative companies. But the main attraction of this vibrant ecosystem are the bars and restaurants on-site. Caffènation Roastery & Bar, Racine PAKT, Standard Pizzeria, Spéciale Belge Taproom and Kasserol Foodbar: go with whatever floats your boat.

To get to PAKT you cycled through the new Groen Kwartier. Originally a military hospital, the site has since been transformed into to a car-free residential and working area. Michelin-starred chef Sergio Herman opened his restaurant The Jane in the former chapel on-site. It is probably the most beautiful restaurant in the world, and no, it’s not just Sergio himself who said this.

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