Belgium may not be one of the most exciting countries in Western Europe as far as landmarks, fashion, and architecture go, but it sure is famous for its sweets, which may be one of the best reasons for us foodies to visit.
We’ve all heard of Belgian waffles and heard great things about Belgian chocolate, but have you heard of—or even better yet, tasted—any of the the following scrumptious local gems on offer for dessert?
Tarte au Riz (Rijsttaart)
a pizza-shaped sugary flan filled with a rice/milk custard (Verviers).
Where to find it: Boulangerie Alexandre, Pepinster
https://www.instagram.com/p/BcfB8b7BiPQ/?tagged=rijsttaart
Speculoos
a spiced biscuit (Hasselt).
Where to find it: Aux Merveilleux de Fred Bakery, Sinterklaas Markets
https://www.instagram.com/p/BdvOOP-nkxw/?tagged=speculoos
Mattentaart
A circular cheesecake wrapped inside filo dough.
Where to find it: De Erfzonde, Geraardsbergen
