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Belgium, located in the heart of Western Europe, is a nation known for being the headquarters of the European Union and NATO. Divided into three regions (Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels), it is a country with a rich artistic history, impressive architecture ranging from Gothic to Art Nouveau, and gastronomy that is a national passion.
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A Feast of Belgian Flavors
It is said that Belgian cuisine has the quality of French cuisine and the quantity of German cuisine. It is a generous, tasty cuisine that is highly appreciated by locals. World famous for its holy trinity – beer, chocolate and chips – Belgian cuisine offers much more, with hearty dishes and fresh seafood from the North Sea coast.
Must-Try Dishes
Moules-frites (Mussels with Fried Potatoes)
The national dish par excellence. A large casserole of fresh mussels, steamed with celery, onion and often white wine or beer. They are served accompanied by a generous plate of crispy fries.
Carbonnade Flamande (Stoofvlees / Stoverij)
A tender and flavorful beef stew, simmered for hours in a dark sauce made from Belgian beer, onion, thyme and bay leaf, often sweetened with Liege syrup or gingerbread.
Waterzooi
A creamy and delicate stew, originally from Ghent. Traditionally it was made with fish, but today the chicken version is more common. It is made with a base of vegetable broth, egg yolks and cream.
Chicons au gratin (Gegratineerd witloof)
A comforting dish of endives wrapped in slices of ham, covered with a rich bechamel sauce with cheese and baked in the oven.
Filet Américain
The Belgian version of steak tartare. It is high quality raw beef, finely chopped and seasoned with a sauce based on egg yolk, mustard, capers and spices. It is eaten spread on bread or with chips.
Tomatoes-crevettes (Tomaat-garnaal)
A cold and refreshing starter, typical of the coast. It consists of hollowed out tomatoes and stuffed with small gray North Sea shrimp, mixed with mayonnaise.
Typical Drinks
Belgian Beer (Bier)
With more than 1,500 varieties, beer is the pride of Belgium. Its beer culture is a World Heritage Site. Explore the different styles: the complex abbey and Trappist beers (Dubbel, Tripel, Quadrupel), the acidic Lambic and Gueuze, the fruity Kriek or the refreshing wheat ones (witbier).
Jenever (Geneva)
The precursor to English gin, it is a spirit based on grain alcohol, often flavored. It is drunk very cold and is popular at markets and fairs, especially in winter.
Traditional Sweets
Gofres (Gaufres / Wafels)
There are two main types. The Brussels waffle is large, rectangular, light and crispy, and is served with toppings such as cream, chocolate or fruit. The Liege waffle is smaller, dense, irregularly shaped and has caramelized sugar pearls in the dough.
Belgian Chocolate
Considered one of the best in the world. Belgium is the birthplace of praline, the bonbon with a hard chocolate exterior and a soft filling. The artisanal chocolate shops ('chocolatiers') are a must-see.
Speculoos
A crunchy and spiced cookie with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger. Traditionally it was associated with the feast of Saint Nicholas, but today it is enjoyed all year round, often with coffee.
Dame Blanche
A classic and simple dessert that you will find in almost all restaurants. It consists of good quality vanilla ice cream, topped with a melted hot chocolate sauce and sometimes whipped cream.
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Belgian Beer (Bier)
With more than 1,500 varieties, beer is the pride of Belgium. Its beer culture is a World Heritage Site. Explore the different styles: the complex abbey and Trappist beers (Dubbel, Tripel, Quadrupel), the acidic Lambic and Gueuze, the fruity Kriek or the refreshing wheat ones (witbier).
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