Among those shops is Ligna Recta, where you can discover the wonders of a kitchen on different levels. Not only will German manufacturer bulthaup present three new models, but top chef Jacques Slap whips up some Italian food right on site – served with wine, of course. At Ivo de Groot Exceptional Interiors, meanwhile, guests will be treated to a spectacular cooking session and have the opportunity to meet Italian designer Marco Gorini.

At Donum, one of Antwerp’s most beautiful design shops, Belgian designer Xavier Lust will be put in the spotlight – live on Thursday night, when he will talk about his work and sign his book. An exhibition of his designs remains all weekend. Another good stop is Fritz Hansen, where American architect and author Michael Sheridan put together an extensive overview of Arne Jacobsen’s work.

And if you want to meet French designer Jean-Marie Massaud (Designer of the Year 2009), head over to Kaaidesign, where one of his “Flow” chairs will be raffled off among the visitors.

Prizes, food, chic transport and design: Antwerp may just steal Brussels’ show – for a few days at least.

A.Track
24-26 September
Across Antwerp
www.atrack.be