Top Flanders Food & Drink Classes

Go beyond simply tasting Belgium's most famous specialties by learning the traditions behind them in a hands-on workshop in the heart of Ghent. Prepare authentic Belgian waffles from scratch, pair them with carefully selected local beers, and discover the stories behind these iconic flavors. It's an interactive cultural experience that leaves you with lasting skills as well as great memories.

Create your own Belgian chocolate during a Belgian chocolate-making workshop that’s ideal for families and those with a sweet tooth. Rather than just dipping items in chocolate, you’ll learn to make three difference types of chocolate from scratch—including pralines, mendiants chocolate and hot chocolate—and end up with more than 35 pieces per person, so plenty to share with family and friends.

Instead of just taking part in a Belgian chocolate-making workshop, in this class, elevate your experience by combining it with a Belgian beer-tasting experience. Learn about two of Belgium’s most popular products while creating sweet treats and pairing them with rich, hoppy brews. After the class, take home a selection of pralines to enjoy at your leisure.

Expand your knowledge of Belgium’s world-class chocolate-making reputation with this visit to Choco-Story Brugge. Instead of just tasting chocolate, this experience allows you to watch a chocolate-making demonstration, then make your own chocolate lollipops and mendiants. Children must be at least 7 years old and under 12s require a paying adult. Enjoy the extra perk of independently exploring the chocolate museum too.

Do more than just enjoy Belgian waffles during a 1.5-hour workshop that lets you prepare, cook and eat the local delicacy. Ideal for families and food lovers, this hands-on experience is limited to a small group of 16 travellers to ensure that you receive personalized attention from your guide. Plus, you can enjoy as many waffles as you can eat.

They say one of the best ways to explore a country is through its food, and Belgium is no exception. During this private culinary experience, step into a Belgian kitchen and garden in Ghent, and enjoy an immersion in local cuisine and culture. With helpful tips from your host and instructor, prepare and enjoy three dishes such as stoverij (beef stewed in beer) or witloof (Belgian endives with cheese and ham).

Ever wanted to make your own chocolate? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll grind cacao beans into chocolate, just like the Maya and Aztecs once did. Create your own chocolate bar and discover the pure flavours of cacao. As you work, you’ll also dive into the fascinating history of Belgian chocolate - from ancient chocolate drinks to the first bonbons. During this workshop, you’ll: • Taste a chocolate drink recipe dating back 5,000 years • Transform cacao beans into chocolate yourself • Recreate a 17th-century hot chocolate recipe • Indulge in chocolate delicacies enjoyed by historical figures across centuries • Discover chocolate’s origins as medicine • Enjoy chocolate bonbons, including the iconic seashells Please note: This is not a chocolate-making class focused on techniques like tempering, melting, or shaping chocolate into truffles or bonbons. Instead, participants will create chocolate from scratch by grinding cacao beans.

When your cruise ship docks in Bruges' port, you can easily travel to the historic city center with this round-trip shuttle service from Zeebrugge. Hop on the shuttle for the 20-minute (approximately) ride to Bruges, then take the shuttle back when you’re ready to return to your ship in the afternoon. Shuttles run every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 12 p.m., so there is no delay in getting back and forth to Bruges city center from your cruise ship.

What makes our workshop stand out is the perfect combination of creating and indulging. Not only will you learn to craft traditional Belgian chocolates, but you’ll also enjoy Belgian beer during the session, elevating the tasting experience. We focus on both the fun and educational sides of chocolate making, with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that encourages creativity and enjoyment. This unique blend of flavors and culture makes our workshop a must-do for chocolate lovers and travelers looking for a deeper taste of Belgium.

When visiting the chocolate capital of the world, don't just eat sweet treats—learn to make your own gourmet cocoa treats during a chocolate workshop in Brussels. Starting from scratch, create the two most typical types of Belgian chocolate—pralines and mendiants—with the help of a professional instructor. Learn easy and authentic methods you can mimic in your own kitchen, and finish with handcrafted dark chocolate treats to take home in a box.

Belgium is associated with lots of different types of food, but Belgian chocolate might just be the most popular. In this workshop, learn about the country’s chocolate-making heritage while you craft your own Belgian chocolate truffles. Sip on a mug of rich, warming hot chocolate as you learn traditional techniques, and take home some sweet treats at the end of the class.

Join a hands-on Belgian Chocolate Workshop in Brussels to learn how to make your own delicious Belgian Chocolate Truffles. Take home your own chocolates and taste some seriously delicious hot chocolate! This 1.5h activity is a tasty introduction to the world of Chocolate Making and doesn't require any previous experience. We offer vegan alternatives, just ask for those when we check you in.

Create your own delicious Belgian waffles in a fun and interactive 1.5-hour workshop in the heart of Ghent. Guided by a friendly host, you'll learn to mix, bake, and customize your waffles with a wide range of toppings. This hands-on experience is perfect for all ages and skill levels, with 100% natural ingredients. All your workshops are vegetarian, vegan workshops and gluten free ingredients are available on request at no extra charge. Enjoy as many waffles as you can eat, along with a free drink, take home recipe and the waffles you will not have been able to eat!

Don't let Bruges just be a postcard—get a personalized introduction on this private tour, with a local host who's passionate about life in the city. With the flexibility to customize the tour to your interests, you'll take in historic sights, classic architecture, and colorful, canal-side neighborhoods. Stop to explore local markets and taste some local goodies, then finish with insider tips for your remaining time in Bruges.

Rather than just sampling a selection of Belgian beers, on this small-group tasting workshop, learn how beer experts review each beverage’s unique flavor profiles and aromas. Guided by a beer sommelier, enjoy a curated list of beers while discovering techniques you can use to enhance your beer-tasting experiences long after your trip has ended.

Experience centuries of Belgian craftsmanship with this small-group tasting that combines two iconic Belgian products: chocolate & jenever. Indulge in five delicious pairings while gaining insights into these craft products and the artisans behind them. Belgium is renowned for its craft foods and drinks, but have you tried jenever? Less known than Belgian beer, jenever remains a hidden gem. Though it’s the Belgian ancestor of gin, this unique drink can even resemble whiskey when aged. This tasting introduces you to five local jenevers, including a 10-year-aged jenever. We’ve paired them with chocolates from different chocolatiers across Belgium: a great opportunity to explore various styles of Belgian chocolate in a short time span. About us: our shop offers unique chocolate experiences, where quality is at its heart. We like to fully immerse you in the world of chocolate. In our shop you find artisanal chocolate from 4 different top Belgian chocolatiers.

Nowhere else in the world will you learn how to make waffles using beer. Discover how to make Belgian waffles in the most traditional way, while tasting Belgian beers. This is an all-you-can-eat activity which you an do without any prior cooking or tasting experience. We also offer a wide variety of toppings, such as fruits, jams, syrups, Nutella, whipped cream, and much more! We also provide additional soft drinks if needed, so if you want to come as part of a group but you don't drink beer, do not worry: we will welcome you too. Come hungry and thirsty!

This location offers the same popular Waffles ’n Beer experience, just 1 minute from underground car parking 't Zand. Ideal for groups (up to 20 people) like bachelor parties, birthdays, families, and team buildings, in a beautiful spot by the water. This unique experience combines the rich flavors of Belgian beer with the art of waffle making in a hands-on, interactive session. Participants not only enjoy a curated beer tasting, selecting a brew to infuse into their waffle batter, but also engage in a personalized waffle baking class. The fusion of beer and waffle creation, coupled with expert guidance, offers a distinctive culinary adventure. The finale, a self-indulgent feast of freshly baked Brussels waffles paired with chosen toppings and beer, ensures a memorable and delicious experience. Participants leave not only with a satisfied palate but also with the knowledge to recreate this extraordinary pairing at home, making it a one-of-a-kind gastronomic journey.

This Indian cooking experience in Antwerp is perfect for anyone visiting or living there, who is curious about trying authentic Indian food that goes beyond what you typically find in restaurants. 2-hour hands-on Indian cooking class, where you’ll prepare two authentic dishes based on your chosen menu. Choose from North Indian, South Indian, or street food menus. Discover the secrets of Indian spices, family recipes, cooking tips, and cultural stories. After cooking, sit down to enjoy the flavorful meal you’ve created in a warm and welcoming setting. This experience is a delicious journey through India’s diverse regional cuisines, right in the heart of Antwerp.

Indulge in a unique beer and chocolate tasting experience designed for enthusiasts of both delights. Led by Werner Callebaut, a passionate connoisseur, this tasting showcases the rich history of Belgian beers paired with exquisite chocolates crafted by local chocolatiers. Expect to discover intriguing flavor combinations, from classic pralines to unexpected treats. With laughter and engaging stories, this activity invites you to savor the best of Belgian craftsmanship while enjoying a personalized journey tailored to your preferences. Pricing is based on a minimum of 10 participants. Smaller groups or individual travelers are welcome; however, the total tour price will be based on the 10-person minimum.

This is not a standard beer tasting, but a hands-on introduction to the art of blending Oude Geuze. At Oud Beersel, guests work with real Lambics selected from our own barrels and learn how age, wood, acidity and fermentation shape the final blend. Guided by our team, they taste, compare, blend, bottle and personalise their own creation. It is an authentic, small-scale experience that brings visitors closer to the craft, heritage and living tradition of Lambic brewing.

While you could head to one of Antwerp’s bars to sample authentic Belgian beers, you’d miss the chance to learn about the beverage’s rich history. On this small-group tasting experience, discover a curated mix of traditional flavors and funky fusions, all while a beer sommelier teaches you about each distinctive tasting profile.

What sets this experience apart is its fully hands-on approach—this isn’t a demonstration, it’s real brewing. Instead of simply watching, you’ll actively take part in every step of the process, getting your hands dirty as you turn raw ingredients into beer. Led by a knowledgeable guide in a small, artisanal brewery, the workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn the craft in an intimate and interactive setting. You’ll follow a real recipe used by the brewery, gaining practical skills and insights that go far beyond a typical tasting or tour. The experience is designed to be both educational and fun, with a relaxed atmosphere where questions are encouraged and participation is key. It’s ideal for anyone looking to truly connect with the brewing process rather than just observe it. For those seeking an even deeper dive, there is also the possibility to create a custom recipe directly with the brewery through advance arrangements—adding a personalized touch for true enthusiasts.