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Martin Banks has been a journalist for over 40 years, working in Brussels since 2001 where he has covered EU politics, initially for European Voice and more recently for The Parliament Magazine plus a raft of other titles. He also writes about other topics including culture and travel. Prior to coming to Belgium he had worked in regional (including a 6 year stint as Chief Reporter for the 2nd biggest selling regional in the UK) and national journalism in the UK since 1980.

10 March 2025 - 12:48

Meet Margo Reuten: the only female Michelin-starred chef in the Netherlands

The hospitality industry has long been a male-dominated field, but trailblazing women continue to break barriers and redefine excellence. One such woman is Margo Reuten, the only female […]
6 March 2025 - 10:54

Eight new Michelin-starred restaurants to discover on your next trip to Portugal

Portugal’s MICHELIN Guide restaurant selection was revealed during an event in Porto on 25th February. The country’s 2025 selection includes numerous restaurants, some of which were already recognised in previous editions, […]
20 November 2024 - 09:19

Michelin-starred chef José Andrés launches Washington airport restaurant 

Financiers Capital One have partnered with Michelin-starred chef José Andrés in a new airport lounge venture at Washington DC’s Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Opened on […]