Brussels, Belgium
Saturday, Feb 3, 2024 | 2 minute read | Updated at Saturday, Feb 3, 2024
“Brussels’ Beats: One City, Two Loves - Chocolate & Waffles
🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium: A Culinary Adventure 🚀
🍴 Moules-Frites (Mussels and Fries): The undisputed star of Brussels’ food scene! 🎉 Dive into a steaming pot of mussels cooked in a variety of mouthwatering broths, most commonly garlic, white wine, or tomato sauce. 🐚🍲 Accompany it with the crispiest, golden fries you’ll ever taste! 🍟🌟
👩🍳 Waffles (Gaufres): No trip to Belgium is complete without a waffle! 🥞 Brussels offers both the traditional Brussels Waffle, square in shape and light and crispy, and the Street Waffle, thinner and sweeter. Sprinkle some powdered sugar or drown them in chocolate sauce, the choice is yours! 😋
🎉 Chocolate: Belgium is a heaven for chocolate lovers! 🍫 From pralines to truffles, you’ll find an unending variety of delicious chocolate treats. Don’t forget to visit the famous Neuhaus or Godiva chocolate shops! 🍭🎁
🌮 Belgian Frites with Mayonnaise: While we’re on the subject of fries, let’s talk about another way to enjoy them! Dip your frites in a generous portion of homemade mayonnaise, a staple condiment in Belgian cuisine. 😋🥄
🍷 Belgian Beer: Belgium is home to over 1800 different types of beer! 🍺 Whether you prefer lambic, trappist, or abbey beers, you’ll find a brew to suit your taste. Visit the historic Delirium Café for an impressive selection! 🍻
🌽 Waterzooi: A creamy fish and leek stew originating from the Flemish region, Waterzooi is a must-try dish in Brussels. 🐠🥘 It’s typically served with potatoes or bread, making it a hearty and comforting meal.
🍣 Stroopwafel: Although originating from The Netherlands, these thin waffles filled with caramel syrup are a popular snack in Brussels too! 🇳🇱🍌 Enjoy them warm and gooey, or as an ice cream sandwich.
🥘 Carbonnade Flamande: A slow-cooked beef stew made with beer, brown sugar, and onions. This traditional Flemish dish is a rich and hearty meal that will leave you satisfied. 🐄🍮
🎈 Belgian Waffle Ice Cream: Combining the best of both worlds, Belgian waffle ice cream is a sweet treat not to be missed! 🍦🥞 It’s a delicious way to beat the heat in Brussels.
🚀 Experience the Food Markets: Visit the vibrant food markets like the Vubliekswinkel or the Flagey Market for a taste of local produce, street food, and artisanal products. 🛍️🥕