Consulate General of Belgium in New York

A stroll in Central Park, a cocktail at Bemelmans bar, a ride on the Cyclone, a $1.50 dollar pizza slice... We can think of a million reasons why you should visit NY. And doing business is definitely one of them! Together with hub.brussels in NY, AWEX USA, and Wallonie Bruxelles International, we welcomed the students from Ichec Brussels Management School to discuss US business opportunities, transatlantic career paths and exciting internships. Thank you for your visit!  We can’t wait to see you become Belgium's next business leaders! Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #businessintheusa #businessstudents #Ichec #belgiumintheus

Are you feeling nostalgic about World Chocolate Day? Are you craving ganache, orangettes, chocolate mousse and gianduja bars? NO NEED TO PANIC! The US is home to many Belgian chocolate stores, like Neuhaus, Confiserie Leonidas S.A., MOJO Desserts and BE Chocolat LLC Order in person or online and get your 🍫 fix! Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #belgianchocolate #belgiumintheus #worldchocolateday

💙 💚 💛 💜 ❤️ LOVE IS LOVE 💖 Thank you for joining us at our PRIDE party! Filip Vanden Bulcke Laurent Frédérickx Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #loveislove #pridecelebration #belgiumintheus

🌱 🌊 What a wonderful day to visit Brooklyn Army Terminal (BAT)! Together with New York City Economic Development Corporation, Filip Vanden Bulcke hosted fellow Consuls General and colleagues to catch a glimpse of BAT - an impressive four-million-square-foot campus that is home to over one hundred businesses and over four thousand jobs. As the premier affordable NY hub for modern industrial businesses, entrepreneurs, and working families, BAT is a modern industrial campus, nested at the South Brooklyn waterfront. Fueled by NYCEDC, BAT will also be a frontrunner in climate innovation. By providing several pilot zones with live, built environments, climate tech companies will be able to test, refine, de-risk, and demonstrate their products in New York City’s complex urban environment. Thank you for the great tour! Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America hub.brussels in New York Wallonia Export & Investment Agency #belgiumintheus #climateinnovation

Featuring 🇧🇪 's boldest, The Entrepreneurs series highlights stories about vision, perseverance and how to make it big in the States. Today in The Entrepreneurs, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Le Botaniste, Laurent Francois. “Let’s meet at the carrot!” Shortly after we hit the send button, Laurent pops up—a tall man with a welcoming smile and ready to roll. Scrolling through the photos, we agree that posing next to the carrot sounded better than the actual outcome. “Yes, the light is off. Let me fix it!” As Laurent stacks two wobbly stools on top of each other to reach the culprit light bulb, dramatic scenes start playing in our heads: a fall, broken limbs, a hospital visit…. But Laurent manages to unscrew the light bulb and keeps a cool head—a key feature to have as an entrepreneur. In 2015, Le Botaniste—a plant-based, organic restaurant developed by Laurent and fellow Belgian entrepreneur Alain Coumont, opened its first location in Ghent. Four months later, a second restaurant opened its doors in New York. “If you want to grow as a company and expand on a national level, you first need to prove that your concept works locally. That’s why for now, our focus is on NY. And we’re doing great! This year, we’ll be opening two new locations!” When we ask Laurent about his drive and passion for his company, he couldn’t be more clear: “Between me and Le Botaniste, it’s a love affair! Serving your customers delicious healthy and affordable food while knowing you also have a positive impact on the environment is a fantastic feeling to have! Of course, we've faced rough moments too, like the pandemic. But even under those difficult circumstances, there was a silver lining: people became more conscious of the importance of a healthy diet. This open-mindedness towards plant-based food led to an influx of new customers.” As we indulge in Le Botaniste’s signature chili, we smile and say: “This is so good!” “I know! The moment people try Le Botaniste, they keep coming back, even those who are skeptical about a plant-based diet. I once convinced a die-hard meat lover to taste our chili, and he loved it! Le Botaniste's success is not only centered around the positive impact it has on the environment and people’s health, though. Our teams are just as crucial—turning every lunch or dinner into an unforgettable experience.” Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #theentrepreneurs #lebotaniste #belgiumintheus

We are thrilled to share the success of our recent Flying Consul Mission in Chicago, led by our Deputy Consul General Laurent Frédérickx, alongside Magali Kelfkens and our Honorary Consul in Chicago Paul Van Halteren Flying Consul Missions are invaluable to our Belgian community outside of New York, providing essential consular services and building strong connections. Thank you to our Chicago community for your warm reception! Stay tuned for more initiatives bringing our services closer to you! Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #flyingconsul #consularinfo #belgiumintheus

bold, geometric shapes a sleek, streamlined look, and above all… timeless elegance. That’s art deco. That’s Brussels. In 2025, the centennial of this exquisite visual arts, architecture, and design style will be celebrated in our capital with galas, music festivals, open door days, and much more! Together with hub.brussels New York and Art Deco Society of New York, we had the immense pleasure to host a wonderful presentation by Emanuele Rebasti -member of the Brussels Art Deco Society. In light of the upcoming festivities, Emanuele captivated the audience with enthralling visuals of Brussels’ art deco gems and the fascinating stories behind them. We can’t wait to plan our art deco trip to Brussels! Filip Vanden Bulcke Laurent Frédérickx Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America Explore.Brussels #artdeco #explorebrussels #belgiumintheus

As we were gearing up for the Federal and European elections, Celine De Vriese joined us for a few weeks and proved to be an excellent asset to our team! Thank you for your hard work, cool spirit and great sense of humor. We hope to see you soon… Here or in Brussels! "It was fantastic to help organize the Belgian and European elections at the Consulate General! I assisted in setting up the polling station, managed voter registration, and helped with the election’s organization in general. I’m always in for a new challenge! So my experience here was very rewarding, offering me a unique glimpse into the importance of consular services for Belgians in New York! A big thank you to my colleagues for their support and guidance throughout this journey!" Filip Vanden Bulcke Ministry of Foreign Affairs Belgium Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America Consulate General of Belgium in Los Angeles Consulate General of Belgium in Atlanta #belgiumintheus #belgianelections #europeanelections

Thank you to our 🇧🇪 community for voting! Filip Vanden Bulcke Laurent Frédérickx Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America Consulate General of Belgium in Atlanta Consulate General of Belgium in Los Angeles #vote #federalelections #europeanelections #belgiumintheus

"Acting is a journey… Sometimes it takes a while to identify the character you want to play, and how you want to slip into their shoes." With its premiere just around the corner, Sebastien Waltzing is ready to take on his lead role in Funérailles d’Hiver, a L'Atelier Théâtre NY production directed by Faustine Lefevre- Kooijmann. “Dying, that’s one thing… but not the day before a wedding!” An elderly aunt has the bad idea of passing away the day before her niece’s wedding. Naturally, her grieving son wants everyone to attend the funeral. But his family is not too keen on canceling the long-awaited nuptials… leaving them with only one option: escape! "On the surface, Funérailles d’Hiver might feel like an absurdist comedy, but it is also an excellent satire, inviting the audience to peel away society’s layers and reflect on its core. What makes this play even more special is its unique tactile dimension: we make use of the entire space during the play so that the audience becomes more than a mere observer." Back in September 2023, Sébastien rekindled his love for acting and joined a workshop in L’Atelier Théâtre, a troupe of theater enthusiasts offering French drama classes. "I’ve always engaged with theater - even as a kid. Growing up in Namur, I would act, sing, and direct! So to be back on stage after a long break feels amazing - especially with this wonderful group of actors. During our rehearsals, we connect over how we can truly embody our characters. Faustine is key in these conversations, challenging us to play our roles in various ways and keep the audience engaged." Having reconnected with his childhood passion, Sébastien is also looking into improvisation classes in English, and singing too. "I’m stoked about exploring my options! But first… Funérailles d’Hiver!" Break a leg, Sébastien! This weekend, go see Funérailles d’Hiver! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/er_7Cw6y Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #belgiumintheus #theatre