By JEFFARAH GIBSON * Tribune Features Writer

STEP inside the Brussels Bistro and you are transported thousands of miles to the de facto capital of the European Union.

Covering the walls of this vintage European-style bistro are paintings of Place De Brussels, the famous central market square in Belgium's largest city.

The painting shows the Brussels Town Hall that stands at 315 feet, and every two years, in August, an enormous flower carpet is set up in the 'Grand Place'.

Using this painting as part of decorations was the idea of bistro owners Heneliza and Marco Henry who wanted to create for their patrons the illusion of really dining in Belgium.

When stepping into the cozy e ...

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