Belgium Recommendations

I dined in 2 places in Belgium that I want to highlight for their decent and authentic cuisine.

Eating mussels is a must when visiting Belgium. In Chez Leon, my generous portion of Moules Frites contained no dead/small mussels and was free of grits. For those hungry visitors, watch out for unlimited mussels special after 6pm on Sundays.

For a wholesome Flemish meal, do not go past de Pas Partout in Bruges. Just refer to the calendar for the daily special. In my visit I had meatloaf, carrots and potatoes – a simple yet filling home cooked meal under 8 Euros.

Details:
Chez Leon
Beenhouwersstraat 18
1000 City of Brussels
Belgium
http://www.chezleon.be/


Pas partout
Jeruzalemstraat 1
Brugge 8000
Belgium

Chocolate Experience in Belgium

Premium chocolate is in abundance in Belgium. I went out to sample many boutiques chocolatier while avoiding the major chains. There are 2 places, situated along Grote Zavel in Brussels, which I want to recommend.

I thoroughly enjoyed the 2 occasions where I sat outside of Wittamer, with a cup of coffee accompanying my choice of chocolate dessert, watching the world goes by.

For takeaway, go across the road to visit Pierre Marcolini. A large array of beautiful pastries is on offer with the pâtissier available to answer any questions. Look out for the ice-cream stand on a hot day.

Details:
Wittamer Café
Place du Grand Sablon 6
1000 Bruxelles
Belgium
http://www.wittamer.com


Pierre Marcolini
Place du Grand Sablon 39
1000 Bruxelles
Belgium
http://www.marcolini.be/