Belgium
Food, wine and beer in Belgium, Europe.
Flemish stew (carbonade flamande or stoofvlees)
A delightful Belgian beef stew that beautifully marries hearty flavors with the distinct taste of beer. Ideal for those cozy nights, this dish captures the essence of traditional Belgian cuisine.
Brussels waffles
Waffles are light cakes cooked in a special pan that gives them a grid shape.
Brussels endive and cream soup with wheat beer
A tasty soup straight from Brussels, the Belgian capital. This creamy, satisfying soup is made with pureed Belgian endives, potatoes, cream, and wheat beer.
Filet Américain sandwich
The sandwich spread is made with raw beef. It can be served on a plate as a salad or on crackers, as a snack, but it is delicious on bread. Try French baguette. Add lettuce, sliced onion and tomato, if you like.
Food in Belgium
Breakfast in Belgium
Not long ago, breakfast in Belgium was only a continental affair, most simple: coffee, toast, jam and orange juice. Nutritional advice recommends having a more substantial first meal to avoid the 11 o’clock sugar low. Belgians are happy to comply. Now Belgian breakfasts are known for being hearty and indulgent, reflecting the country's rich culinary tradition.
While breakfast habits can vary from person to person, there are several foods that are commonly associated with a traditional Belgian breakfast.
Beer in Belgium
Though wine is drunk at meal times, beer is often the best accompaniment for a Belgium meal, especially charbonnades and other beer based recipes, and, of course, the ubiquitous steak and frites.
Rapsberry apple supreme
A healthy dessert or snack, including vitamins from fresh fruit and extra calcium from the yogurt and ice cream.