This man from Lille bet on kombucha before anyone else did
A stone's throw from Lille, a brewery unlike any other in the land of beer. Charles Dumeignil and Guillaume Limousin brew modern, creative kombuchas that are tasteful, organic and natural under the Loven brand, a contraction of love and levend, which in Flemish means "living"
Discover the culinary treasures of Lille in 2026, where each restaurant unveils a unique gastronomic experience. Explore the flavors of the North through Gault&Millau award-winning establishments, showcasing the richness of local produce and culinary innovation.
Spotlight on Hauts-de-France: The 2026 Gault&Millau Regional Guide Is Now Available
The Hauts-de-France region is shown in its best light. From the cliffs of the Opal Coast to the medieval cities of Arras and Lille, Gault&Millau spotlights the passionate chefs and artisans, as well as the exceptional hotels, that are the heart and soul of the region.
Valentina Giacobbe wins the Grande de Demain 2026 trophy at the Gault&Millau Tour Hauts-de-France
On Monday October 13, 2025, Valentina Giacobbe, chef and owner of the Ginko gourmet restaurant in Lille, was awarded the title Grande de Demain Hauts-de-France 2026. The award celebrates a cuisine inspired by memories and experiences.
An Art Deco bank becomes a majestic hotel in central Lille
The Oceania group, originally from Brest, is opening a hotel in a city as yet unexplored by the group, and in an unprecedented location. Lille is the place to be.
Top restaurants that have made Lille a new gastronomic destination
For a long time, Lille was confined to the good taste of Meert waffles, and remained on the sidelines of the gastronomic scene for lack of an emblematic table. But a new generation of talented chef's haters is at work.
In the heart of Old Lille, Clémence Taillandier and Philippe Platel open Pulpe
Eggs and pies, a fine wine list and craft beers. With Pulpe, the first address from Clémence Taillandier and Philippe Platel, Vieux-Lille has a new address brimming with great ideas.
In the capital of Flanders, it's no longer just Méert's waffles and Fred's marvels that are being devoured. Today, a dynamic pastry scene has made Lille a must for sweet tooths.
Florent Ladeyn's Bloempot celebrates its 10th anniversary, discover the program
To celebrate the tenth anniversary of Lille-based restaurant Bloempot, Florent Ladeyn is organizing a week of festivities. On the menu: dinners highlighting producers and an exceptional eight-hands!
Unanimously acclaimed when it opened in 2015, the Clarance Hôtel is back in the news with 10 new rooms with a more urban feel, as well as a chic boudoir-style bar that's already establishing itself as a favorite meeting place for Lille locals.
Grande braderie de Lille: 3 addresses to try during the event
The weekend of September 2 and 3, 2023 marks the return of Europe's biggest flea market. It's a great opportunity to bargain, but also to enjoy the city. Here are three good places to treat yourself.
We love it for its sublime Grand-Place, the delights of its estaminets and the unfailing kindness of its inhabitants. But you only have to spend a few days in Lille to discover that the city has so much more to offer. Gault&Millau gives you the keys with 10 must-sees.