Scott is joined by the founder of Hungry Mary Food Tours to talk about all the delicious reasons why you should visit Brussels ... and to dissect why this great city still flies under the radar. Mary drops some knowledge about Belgian culture and the city's iconic sights while also offering up tons of tips on where to eat and drink in the city. 
Show notes and links to places discussed can be found here: 
<a href='https://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep24'>https://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep24</a>
Support the show by buying me a coffee: <a href=''>https://ko-fi.com/railsalesoldtowns</a>
Follow @railsalesoldtowns on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/railsalesoldtowns/'>Instagram </a>& <a href='https://www.facebook.com/railsalesoldtowns'>Facebook</a> for more European travel inspiration.
Theme music by Stu Wilson.

Scott is joined by the founder of Hungry Mary Food Tours to talk about all the delicious reasons why you should visit Brussels ... and to dissect why this great city still flies under the radar. Mary drops some knowledge about Belgian culture and the city's iconic sights while also offering up tons of tips on where to eat and drink in the city. Show notes and links to places discussed can be found here: https://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep24 Support the show by buying me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/railsalesoldtowns Follow @railsalesoldtowns on Instagram & Facebook for more European travel inspiration. Theme music by Stu Wilson.

Scott is joined by the founder of Hungry Mary Food Tours to talk about all the delicious reasons why you should visit Brussels ... and to dissect why this great city still flies under the radar. Mary drops some knowledge about Belgian culture and the city's iconic sights while also offering up tons of tips on where to eat and drink in the city.&nbsp;
Show notes and links to places discussed can be found here:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep24" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.railsalesoldtowns.com/ep24</a>
Support the show by buying me a coffee: <a href="" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://ko-fi.com/railsalesoldtowns</a>
Follow @railsalesoldtowns on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/railsalesoldtowns/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram </a>&amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/railsalesoldtowns" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> for more European travel inspiration.
Theme music by Stu Wilson.

24. Brussels, Belgium: Quirky, Delicious, Underrated

*Podcast returns February 2026* Go to Europe anytime you want, as writer and lover of European travel Scott Hartbeck takes you on a grand tour of the continent, celebrating all the great things to eat, drink and do while you’re there. Expect plenty of stories, advice and trip inspiration as he explores destinations—from the iconic to the underrated—alongside guests from across the spectrum of European travel. From tour guides, authors and beer &amp; wine connoisseurs to rail travel aficionados and the occasional globetrotting friend, you never know who will come along for the ride. Scott has been going to Europe for 20 years and has a passion for all the fun little things that make the European travel experience so special. Think happy hours in the train dining car instead of hours spent waiting in line at overcrowded attractions. Whether you’re planning a future trip or want to relive the magic of a past European adventure, this podcast will take you there.

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*Podcast returns February 2026* Go to Europe anytime you want, as writer and lover of European travel Scott Hartbeck takes you on a grand tour of the continent, celebrating all the great things to eat, drink and do while you’re there.Expect plenty of stories, advice and trip inspiration as he explores destinations—from the iconic to the underrated—alongside guests from across the spectrum of European travel. From tour guides, authors and beer & wine connoisseurs to rail travel aficionados and the occasional globetrotting friend, you never know who will come along for the ride.Scott has been going to Europe for 20 years and has a passion for all the fun little things that make the European travel experience so special. Think happy hours in the train dining car instead of hours spent waiting in line at overcrowded attractions.Whether you’re planning a future trip or want to relive the magic of a past European adventure, this podcast will take you there.

*Podcast returns February 2026* Go to Europe anytime you want, as writer and lover of European travel Scott Hartbeck takes you on a grand tour of the continent, celebrating all the great things to eat, drink and do while you’re there. Expect plenty of stories, advice and trip inspiration as he explores destinations—from the iconic to the underrated—alongside guests from across the spectrum of European travel. From tour guides, authors and beer &amp; wine connoisseurs to rail travel aficionados and the occasional globetrotting friend, you never know who will come along for the ride. Scott has been going to Europe for 20 years and has a passion for all the fun little things that make the European travel experience so special. Think happy hours in the train dining car instead of hours spent waiting in line at overcrowded attractions. Whether you’re planning a future trip or want to relive the magic of a past European adventure, this podcast will take you there.

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