Become a master chocolatier for a day
Belgian chocolate is a feast for your senses. In Flanders, you will discover the history, aromas, and flavors of this iconic delicacy. You can also roll up your sleeves and take part in a delightful chocolate workshop to become a chocolatier for a day.
Anyone visiting Flanders will meet a population that loves life and gastronomy. Good food and drink are very high up on the list of Flemish priorities, and a love of flavor is integral to the Flemish identity — just think of the iconic Belgian beers, fries and Belgian chocolate! A visit to Flanders is not complete until you have seen, smelled and, above all, tasted these delights.
These culinary riches are well worth experiencing. Take Belgian chocolate for example: Did you know that the praline was invented in Brussels? In 1912, chocolatier Jean Neuhaus created the very first filled chocolate bonbon in his studio in the Queen’s Gallery in the center of the capital. In this elegant arcade you will find several shops of the very best chocolatiers in Belgium , and thus in the world.
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You don’t have to be in Brussels to discover these tasty riches, it’s easy to immerse yourself in the world of the chocolatier throughout Flanders. At Chocolate Nation in Antwerp, take matters into your own hands. It’s the world’s largest museum dedicated to Belgian chocolate. Not only will it take you on a journey through a fascinating history, you can also attend workshops and courses. On the menu: making your own pralines or chocolate truffles and enjoying sophisticated tastings or a chocolate pairing with beer and wine. The options are endless.
As for picturesque Bruges, anyone with a sweet tooth will be welcomed with open arms at Choco-Story. This museum brings the history of chocolate to life in words, images, and tastings. Here too, you can get right to work. Together with the master chocolatiers, you will discover the secrets of those rich flavors and make your own chocolate creations. While you’re in Bruges, be sure to visit The Chocolate Line. This is the home turf of Dominique and Julius Persoone, the father-and-son duo famed for their amazing taste sensations. Where else can you sample chocolates with caramelized shrimp heads, fermented mushrooms, or freshly cut grass?
Julius’ love of flavors, meticulous craftsmanship, and passion for experimenting makes him an ideal GOESTING ambassador. This colorful collective of chefs, chocolatiers, brewers, hosts, and culinary creators embodies Flemish food culture. They will guide you through their love of fries, chocolate, fine dining, local produce, and much more. Anyone looking for a fantastic tour through Flanders’ culinary universe has come to the right place at GOESTING.
