In the cafe of Alphonsine (72) you still pay 1 euro for your pint: “For that price you have to come and get it yourself at the bar” | larne

limingThey were and still are by far the cheapest café in Flanders. Because despite inflation, sky-high energy and fuel prices and reduced purchasing power, a pint in De Scorpioen in Kalken still costs only 1 euro. “The previous price increase was even welcomed with cheers,” laughs manageress Alfonsine (72). We went for a pint and see how that is possible.