Typical Dishes

Pannenkoeken are delicious Dutch pancakes and truly a Dutch favourite food, often eaten with sweet and/or savoury foods such as slices of bacon, apple… Read the rest

La Dame Blanche is a Belgian classic dessert, which although simple is extremely delicious: vanilla ice cream topped with melted chocolate sauce (and… Read the rest

Belgian waffles (gauffres) are internationally known, but in Belgium there are two different types: the Brussels waffle and the Liège waffle.The dense… Read the rest

Appeltaart is a deep pie with a pastry top and bottom, unlike the French apple tarts, which are open. It\’s filled with a mixture of slices or p… Read the rest

Erwtensoep is a thick pea soup­ – so thick that some say you should be able to leave a spoon standing up in it – and it’s really a meal in itsel… Read the rest

Back in the 17th century, the Netherlands was an important colonial power ruling the world’s spice trade. The jewel in its crown was Indonesia,… Read the rest

Stamppot is may not be the most sophisticated top Dutch food you’ll ever eat but it’s a satisfying, nutritious and delicious meal that rea… Read the rest

Oliebollen are the Dutch version of doughnuts. They are traditionally eaten on New Year’s Eve but you’ll find them sold on street stalls t… Read the rest

Poffertjes are tiny fluffy pancakes and they are made with yeast and buckwheat flour, have a light, spongy texture and are served with icing/powdered… Read the rest

Bitterballen : These little meatballs are often served as part of a bittergarnituur, a selection of savoury snacks ­– bite-sized Gouda cheese, tiny eg… Read the rest