Belgium
Belgian Endive
Witloof
A pale, tightly wrapped chicory grown in darkness, especially the protected Brussels grondwitloof tradition of Belgium. Its crisp leaves are gently bitter and suited to raw salads or braising.
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Brussels, Netherlands
Brussels Sprouts
Spruitjes
Brussels sprouts, Dutch plant breeders developed modern varieties, a traditional winter vegetable, often with bacon.
Brussels, Belgium
Chicons au Gratin
Chicons au gratin / Gegratineerd witloof
A Belgian endive wrapped in ham, baked in béchamel sauce with cheese, a daily and home classic
Flanders, Belgium
Flemish Asparagus
Asperges op z'n Vlaams
White asparagus with melted butter, boiled eggs and ham, a Flemish spring ritual.