
Belleville's Rue Rébeval is a veritable enclave of good eats. New kid on the block Kiwizine joins the tasty trove, but with some notable differences. Kiwizine - a jeu de mots that alludes to both the French word cuisine as well as to the New Zealand-born (aka 'Kiwi') half of the owner couple - is adamantly organic and equitable. On top of using top-quality ingredients, Kiwizine has taken its protocol even further, creating a space that welcomes and encourages artists. From the cheery red exterior to the black-and-white-chess board-tiled floor, Kiwizine provides an arty gathering ground: relaxed, airy, without pretension. It's only open on Friday and Saturday, as the owners are volunteering their time until the cooperative gets off the ground. Patrons, in exchange of paying a 2€ membership fee, are kept updated about the rotating bill (every 6 weeks) of exhibitions, or can simply relish having a perfect place to huddle - over a home-made meal - and discuss their own projects. SM
Kiwizine est un espace de convivialité, d'échange et de créativité. L'association est tenue par des bénévoles et sert des membres, toute personne peut devenir membre pour 2€ par an. Ouvert le vendredi et samedi: Café bio/équitable et patisseries maison de 15h à 19h30 Restaurant cuisine du monde à partir de 20h. Toutes les six semaines, exposition d'un nouvel artiste.