Rebelle

Salmon and terracotta walls keep things warm behind an exterior that gives almost nothing away. This Michelin-starred creative French restaurant in Kortrijk follows the chef's obsession with sourcing, from North Sea fish to locally grown hop shoots, with an occasional Asian lean running through the seasoning. The room is relaxed enough that you won't feel underdressed, but the cooking is precise enough that you'll notice.

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