The best chocolatiers Zwevegem

Dominique Persoone is certainly the most subversive of Belgian chocolatiers. Ganache with peas, praline with olive oil or cabernet-sauvignon vinegar: this virtuoso has no qualms about his creations. He also revisits the tequila frappé in the Choc-tail, a bitter chocolate ganache from Costa Rica that is mixed with lime and served with a pipette of Tequila Silver and Maldon Crystal Salt. But the most astonishing of his creations is the Chocolate Shooter, which catapults cocoa powder (flavored with mint and ginger) into your nostrils. Rock'n'roll!

All of Belgium's specialties seem to be concentrated in this vast store, housed in the former residence of Perez de Malvenda, Spanish consul in the ^15th century. There's something for everyone: to drink (beers, gin, etc.), to eat (chocolate, waffles, etc.), to give as gifts (trinkets, T-shirts, etc.) and so on. Don't miss the "beer wall" outside, which boasts every bottle of Belgian beer. Finally, try them out at the bar, on the lovely terrace overlooking the canal. There are no fewer than 12 types of beer on tap!

Françoise Thomaes opened her gourmet boutique in 1997. Like a little Ali Baba's cave, you'll find a wealth of treasures here and there. More than sixty pralines, truffles, fruit or almond jellies, cookies and gingerbread, artisanal honey... are presented in an attractive display case. Upstairs, you'll find their little tasting room, with over twenty hot chocolates to choose from, accompanied by a homemade waffle (made with real eggs). Cute and delicious!

V-chocolaterie is first and foremost the story of a family with 85 years of passion. It all began in the 1930s with Robert Sweertvaegher, a pastry chef turned chocolatier. He launched the first chocolate shop in Ypres, then in Courtrai and Bruges. In this beautiful store, the aesthetics of the packaging are as important as the quality of the chocolates, made with cocoa butter from sustainable cocoa and with no added vegetable fats. Take away the galette, their flagship product.

The first historical store of the family business Chocolat Dumon. In 1996, Stephan's mother opened this first store located at the Eiermarkt in the city center. A typical and unique medieval architecture, where you will find the famous handmade chocolates and pralines of this Bruges institution. The quality that has made the reputation of this master chocolatier endures over time, for the pleasure of our taste buds. An important landmark for travelers from all over the world who come to visit Bruges the Beautiful.

La Baronie Chocolates Belgium is a delicatessen located in Veurne. The website states that there are no on-site meals, no takeaways and no deliveries. It seems that Baronie is an international company with nine production sites and one distribution site in five European countries. In addition to the grocery store in Veurne, they also have sites in Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland and the UK.

Bruges, also known as Brugge, is a Belgian city renowned for its gastronomy. Among the many culinary delights to be found in Bruges, chocolate occupies pride of place. La Belgique Gourmande is a traditional Belgian company offering a wide selection of artisan chocolates. With eight boutiques across the city, it's easy to find a place to satisfy your chocolate cravings. What's more, Belgium Gourmande also has an online boutique for those who prefer to order their chocolates from home. Customers are delighted with the quality of the products offered by Belgique Gourmande, from pralines to macaroons and chocolate bars. For lovers of Belgian beer, La Belgique Gourmande also offers a selection of typical beers.

La Cure Gourmande is a chocolatier located in Bruges. The store offers a wide selection of chocolates, cookies, confectionery and bulk products. La Cure Gourmande also offers a selection of gift ideas, such as assorted boxes of cookies and confectionery. Customers can also take advantage of special offers, such as a free metal box with the purchase of 18 units of bulk nougats and caramels. La Cure Gourmande products are made in France, and the brand guarantees impeccable quality.

V-chocolaterie is first and foremost the story of a family with 85 years of passion. It all began in the 1930s with Robert Sweertvaegher, a pastry chef turned chocolatier. He launched the first chocolate shop in Ypres, then in Courtrai and Bruges. In this beautiful store, the aesthetics of the packaging are as important as the quality of the chocolates, made with cocoa butter from sustainable cocoa and without added vegetable fats. Take away the galette, their flagship product!

Olivier Willems, assisted by his wife Inge who welcomes you with great kindness, opened his store and workshop in 1993 and has been delighting us ever since. His window displays are always a renewed attraction. Olivier Willems is not afraid to transform himself into a chocolate architect to build veritable chocolate monuments. But of course, beyond performance and appearances, what we really appreciate about this rigorous and talented craftsman is the flavor and originality of his pralines and other macaroons.

David, chocolate creator, offers more than 50 different kinds of chocolates, a mix of classic pralines and original flavours: mango, passion fruit, spices, fig and port, jasmine tea, blood orange... the list is long! Add to this the limited edition seasonal boxes, each one more appetizing than the last. David Maenhout works with the best restaurants in Knokke, and has worked for great chocolatiers such as Lenôtre. Try the Knokke-Heist praline and the Knokke-le Zoute as a souvenir of your visit!

Delfien De Tavernier, artisan chocolatier, opens the doors of her workshop to groups of visitors, not only to explain what she does there, but also so that you can make your own chocolates! Guided tours are reserved for groups and last 1 hour. Chocolate-making workshops last 2 hours and are for groups of at least 6 people, aged 9 and over. These workshops include a tasting, a drink and the equivalent of a €15 box of chocolates you've made yourself.