Ghent: Belgian Waffle & Beer Workshop in City Centre

Belgian beer meets waffle baking in lively Ghent workshop

You’ll taste Belgian beers with locals in central Ghent before learning to bake your own waffles—beer-infused if you want! Top them any way you like and eat as many as you can manage. This isn’t just a cooking class; it’s laughter, new friends, and leaving with sticky hands and real memories.

What’s included

Your day includes Belgian beer tastings (or non-alcoholic drinks), all ingredients for unlimited Brussels waffles with toppings of your choice, expert guidance from a local host in English (with some translation possible), plus plenty of time to eat what you’ve made together before heading out into Ghent again.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Belgian beer and waffle workshop

• Taste three Belgian beers
• Choose favorite beer for waffles
• Learn to bake waffles with beer
• Enjoy unlimited waffles and beer

The Experience

The first thing that hit me was the smell—yeasty, sweet, with a hint of something malty hanging in the air. We were barely five minutes into the Waffles & Beer Workshop in Ghent’s center when our host, Bram, handed me a tiny glass of golden beer and grinned like he knew I’d be surprised. I was. I’m not usually a beer person (wine is more my thing), but this stuff tasted… different? Softer somehow. Bram explained the brewing process while we all tried to pronounce “Duvel” properly—someone from Spain got it right on the first go, which made everyone laugh.

Choosing a beer for the waffle batter felt oddly personal. I went with the darker one because Bram said it would give the waffles a sort of caramel edge. The mixing part was messy—in a good way. There was flour everywhere, and someone accidentally sprinkled sugar onto their neighbor’s apron. Nobody minded; it just made things more fun. The batter smelled warm and slightly hoppy, which I didn’t expect at all from a “day trip waffle class Ghent.” When we poured it onto the hot iron, you could hear that faint sizzle—like rain on cobblestones outside.

Honestly, eating the first waffle I’d ever baked myself (with beer in it!) was weirdly emotional? Maybe it was just hunger or maybe because Bram kept topping up our glasses and telling stories about his grandmother’s secret recipe. The table got loud with everyone trying different toppings—chocolate sauce, whipped cream, strawberries—and debating which combo worked best with their chosen beer. I still think about that first bite: crispy edges, pillowy inside, just a little tang from the brew.

I left sticky-fingered and happy, clutching my scribbled recipe notes (half in English, half in my own shorthand). Walking back through Ghent’s old streets after so much sugar and laughter felt almost dreamlike—I mean, who knew “Belgian waffle making class Ghent” could end up feeling like dinner at a friend’s house?

Top questions

Is this waffle & beer workshop suitable for children?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult 1:1. Non-alcoholic drinks are provided for minors.

Are non-alcoholic options available during the workshop?

Yes, alcohol-free beverage alternatives are included for anyone who prefers them or is under 18.

Where does this Belgian waffle making class take place?

The workshop is held in central Ghent; make sure to book for the correct city location.

How long does the workshop last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but includes beer tasting, waffle baking instruction, and time to eat together.

Do I need prior cooking experience to join?

No experience is needed; your local host guides you through each step of making Belgian waffles.