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the city, created with lumps of sugar that melt and create a sweet and crunchy exterior. You
can order in plain, vanilla, or cinnamon flavours.
Chocolate is another Belgian specialty, and chocolate shops can be found all over the city,
especially near the Grand Place. Make sure you treat yourself to some Belgian chocolate,
you will not be disappointed.
"Chocolate Tools"
Another Belgian specialty is 'French fries', in fact, the Belgians claim that French fries ori-
ginated here. As you stroll the streets, you'll find plenty of fry stands (known as 'friteries' to
the French speaking locals), so make sure you don't leave Brussels without ordering a cone
of fries with at least one of the different sauces the shops have to offer.
TravellerTip:RuedesBouchersisknownas"RestaurantRow"inBrussels,andit'swhere
you'llfindmorethan70restaurantsjampackedonenexttoanother.Thequalityvaries,but
you're sure to find something you like here -make sure you check the cobbled side streets
too!
