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Chocolate & Waffles
From historic chocolatiers to street-side waffles, Brussels is a sweet capital.
What to see
Sablon chocolatiers, Royal Galleries pralines, waffle stands near Grand Place.
Why it matters
Belgium reinvented modern pralines and remains a benchmark for fine chocolate.
Traveller tip
Try a small praline tasting before deciding what to take home.
Best time to visit
Anytime
Cultural context
Belgian praline was invented in Brussels in 1912 by Jean Neuhaus II at his shop in the Royal Galleries. Within decades, Brussels became a global chocolate capital. Today house styles range from classic (Neuhaus, Mary, Wittamer) to design-driven (Pierre Marcolini, Frederic Blondeel) — most welcome small tastings.
