A new restaurant in Ghent has been criticised for requesting prospective diners' height, weight and gender so it can create "perfectly tailored portions" for individual customers - a gimmick inspired by pro cyclists.
"Kwiek" is due to open this month in the Flemish city, initially as takeaway-only because of Belgium's Covid ban on restaurant dining. The Mediterranean-influenced eatery comes with a twist though.
Diners will be asked to provide their vital statistics before placing their orders, including their height, weight and age, as well as how much exercise they plan to do that day. Meals will then be tailored appropriately to suit individual needs.
Veal meatballs, peppered steak and spicy tempeh are on the menu but chips, a staple of Belgian cuisine, will be absent.