PiE Nº3 – Your Guide to Photography in Belgium
We are happy to announce the release of PiE Nº3, a special print edition focusing exclusively on the photography scene in Belgium!
With this issue, our biannual publication introduces a refined editorial direction: each edition will dedicate itself to a single European country. To ensure lasting relevance as a timeless reference for curators, collectors, and photography enthusiasts, these booklets focus primarily on showcasing landmark photography institutions rather than fleeting current exhibitions.
This newly released forty-page art guide features a specially designed Photo Bike Tour through Brussels connecting numerous galleries and art spaces, a dedicated photowalk through Antwerp, and an exclusive interview with the renowned Magnum photographer Harry Gruyaert. Additionally, this issue includes a collaborative feature with the charming culinary expert Gaëlle from Bruxelles Foodguide!
PiE Nº3 Belgium © PiE – Photography in Europe. Cover photo: Baptiste Rabichon, Gabriel.le, 2026 FNAC 2026-0041 (1 à 11), Collection of the Centre national des arts plastiques © Baptiste Rabichon / Cnap. Photo: Baptiste Rabichon. Group exhibition “Reinventing Photography” at Hangar, Brussels, read more on page 4.
PiE Interviews
In our interview series, we get up close with the defining personalities of the European photography scene, this time with Harry Gruyaert, who defined a color aesthetic that has shaped generations of photographers.
Photo Bike Route Brussels
Here’s a preview of our curated Photo Bike Route connecting Brussel’s major photography institutions, off-spaces and galleries. Download the GPX route below and start exploring the Belgian photographic landscape at your own pace. For full coverage, order your copy of our print guide PiE Nº3 Belgium!
Gourmet’s Brussels – curated by Bruxelles Foodguide
Gaëlle, born and raised in Brussels, is sharing her neighbourhood favourites—from cosy cafés to exciting restaurants—through the popular @bruxelles.foodguide. To read all of her recommendations in Brussels, get a copy of PiE Nº3 Belgium!
La Buvette — My go-to for a special dinner
@labuvettebruxelles is one of those places I keep coming back to — I’ve been at least four times, and I’m always happy to bring friends and family along. I love the beautiful Art Nouveau interior, the hidden garden terrace and, above all, the creative seasonal tasting menu: it’s the perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a double date when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Image: © Bruxelles Foodguide
KLUB — For the ultimate burger and pastrami craving
If you’re in the mood for a seriously good burger, @klub.brussels is one of my top picks. I love the quality of the ingredients, the perfectly seared smash patties and, especially, the pastrami sandwiches that take me straight back to a New York deli. It’s the kind of indulgent, flavour-packed comfort food that makes you want to order just one more bite.
Image: © Bruxelles Foodguide
Bogart Foodies — Italian food with a twist
@bogart_foodies_corner_bxl is the place I’d recommend when you love Italian cuisine but want something a little more adventurous. They take Italian classics and give them a creative twist with influences from Asia, the Maghreb and Africa — without losing that comforting, generous feel I love about Italian food. I’d also leave room for dessert: their playful take on tiramisu is well worth trying!
Image: © Bruxelles Foodguide
Maison Dandoy Boutiques
When exploring our curated bicycle art tour through Brussels, a stop at one of the charming Maison Dandoy boutiques is the perfect way to pause and recharge with delicious, traditional treats. Founded in Brussels in 1829, this historic, family-owned biscuit house is now masterfully run by its seventh generation.
The brand is celebrated for preserving artisanal traditions and using 100% fresh, natural ingredients to craft its iconic speculoos and crispbreads. Today, Maison Dandoy beautifully balances its rich heritage with a modern, sustainable vision as a certified B Corp.
Featured Photography Institutions & Events in Belgium
Located in Belgium? Present your exhibition via PiE!
In addition to our print edition, we continuously feature photography exhibitions in Belgium and across Europe online on PiE. If you are interested in a feature, please please feel free to contact us at any time for the current rates & options.