Waffles, but with beer in the batter. In Brussels, this 90-minute workshop turns Belgian beer into something you can taste twice: first in a tasting, then in the waffle batter. You’ll learn the process step by step, then build your own plate with toppings that go way past the usual.
I especially like the practical flow. You get 3 beer samples with clear background so you’re not just sipping blindly, and then you’re right at the station making batter with the beer you chose. I also love that the class ends with a take-home recipe, so the fun can stretch past your last bite.
One consideration: this is an alcohol-forward experience. If you’re under 18, you won’t receive alcoholic pours (non-alcoholic alternatives are used), and the workshop isn’t suitable for wheelchair users.
In This Review
- Key things to know before you go
- Beer and Waffles in One 90-Minute Plan
- The Beer Tasting That Actually Helps You Choose
- Picking Your Beer: Where the Class Becomes Yours
- Waffle Making in a Real Kitchen Setup
- Cooking Brussels Waffles: The Part You’ll Remember
- Toppings and Beer Pairing: Build Your Perfect Plate
- What You Actually Get for $51
- Where It Meets in Brussels (So You Don’t Miss It)
- Who This Workshop Suits Best
- Should You Book the Brussels Waffles and Beer Class?
- FAQ
- FAQ
- How long is the Brussels waffles and beer workshop?
- What happens first: beer tasting or waffle making?
- How many beers do you taste?
- Can I choose any beer for the batter?
- What toppings are included for the waffles?
- Is beer included with the waffles?
- Is the class taught in English?
- Can minors participate?
- Where do I meet the workshop in Brussels?
Key things to know before you go
- Beer tasting first: taste 3 Belgian beers, then decide which one goes into your waffle batter.
- Batter with beer: you’ll learn the method, guided step by step, not just handed a recipe card.
- Unlimited waffles + toppings: whipped cream, chocolate sauce, powdered sugar, jam, Biscoff spread, and more.
- A paired beer with your waffles: you’ll enjoy your waffles with a beer of your choice.
- English instruction: the workshop runs in English, with hosts able to help translate parts if needed.
- Hosts make the room friendly: sessions are led by people like Ezra, Ingrid, Ana, and Françoise, and they keep things upbeat and easy to follow.
Beer and Waffles in One 90-Minute Plan
Belgium has a lot of food culture, but it’s rare to see a class that treats beer like a real ingredient instead of just a side drink. Here, the experience starts with tasting—then the whole idea flips into cooking. That shift is the magic.
The vibe is hands-on from the first minute. You’ll sample three Belgian beers, learn what makes each one different, and then choose which beer you’ll use in the batter. If you’d rather not decide, you can pick the workshop’s own tripel beer, Bak’d Blonde, which is set up to pair well with Brussels waffles.
Timing is another plus. Ninety minutes is long enough to get your batter right, cook waffles, and enjoy them, but short enough that it won’t wreck your day. And yes, you’ll be able to eat as many waffles as you want, which matters when you’re paying for a class meal.
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The Beer Tasting That Actually Helps You Choose
This isn’t a pour-and-go tasting. You’ll try three different Belgian beers, and you’ll get enough background to understand what you’re tasting rather than just ranking favorites. That’s what makes the beer choice for your waffles feel personal.
You’ll hear explanations that help you match beer style to flavor direction. Once you decide, that beer becomes part of your batter. It’s a neat way to connect the glass to the plate, because you can taste the result right away—sweetness, aroma, and bitterness all show up differently depending on the beer.
One small practical note: Belgian beer can be stronger than you expect, so don’t speed-run it. You’re also cooking, which means you want your brain fully online for measuring and timing.
Picking Your Beer: Where the Class Becomes Yours
After the three tastings, you’ll choose which beer goes into the waffle batter. That decision is the biggest fork in the road of the whole workshop.
If you like experimenting, choose one of the beers you tasted and commit to it. You’ll be able to taste what changes when beer influences batter—so it feels like a mini experiment with a delicious outcome.
If you’d rather keep it simple, you can use the workshop’s own tripel, Bak’d Blonde. The class is designed around this pairing with Brussels waffles, so you don’t have to do any figuring on the fly. Either way, you end up with a waffle batter that’s connected to something you tasted at the start.
Waffle Making in a Real Kitchen Setup
Once your beer choice is locked in, you’ll move to the cooking station and start building batter. The instructor guides you step by step, which is ideal if you’ve cooked waffles before but never worked with beer in the mix.
What you’re really learning here is technique, not just ingredients. The class is structured so you can follow along even if you’re new to waffle batter. You’ll get the timing and consistency right, and then you’ll progress from batter to cooking.
I like that the pace is relaxed. You’re actively doing things—mixing, pouring, and monitoring—but it doesn’t feel rushed or like a factory line. You’ll have time to ask questions and get clarity before moving on to the next step.
Cooking Brussels Waffles: The Part You’ll Remember
Now comes the moment where it all clicks: you cook your own Brussels waffles. This is where your earlier beer choice becomes obvious, because you can taste the final product.
You’ll also get practical experience with the workflow. Even if you don’t become a waffle chef back home, you’ll walk away knowing how the process feels—from batter preparation to cooking and finishing.
And because you can make and eat multiple waffles, you’re not stuck with just one try. If one comes out slightly different, you can adjust and make the next one your best one.
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Toppings and Beer Pairing: Build Your Perfect Plate
After cooking, it’s time to eat. You’ll have plenty of topping options, including whipped cream, chocolate sauce, powdered sugar, jam, and Biscoff spread. There are more options too, but the key point is choice.
This is also when you’ll enjoy your paired beer with the waffles. You can pick your beer of choice for the pairing, which makes the final tasting feel like your own menu, not a one-size-fits-all pairing.
If you’re a sweet-to-sweet person, go heavier on chocolate sauce and whipped cream. If you like fruity notes, add jam. If you want something caramel-spiced, Biscoff spread hits that spot fast. The workshop encourages you to experiment, and with unlimited waffles, you can do it without fear.
What You Actually Get for $51
For $51 per person (90 minutes), the value comes from what’s included, not just the idea. You’re paying for a full workshop experience that covers:
- the beer tasting session (3 beers),
- instruction for making waffle batter,
- ingredients and cooking materials,
- unlimited waffles with toppings,
- and a paired beer with your waffles,
- plus a recipe to take home.
If you compare this to buying beer, ingredients, and the time you’d spend figuring it out on your own, this class becomes a smarter deal. The big win is the guidance plus the take-home recipe, so you’re not left with only a tasty memory.
It’s also strong for couples. You get something to do together (hands-on cooking) plus a built-in shared conversation starter (the beer tasting and choices).
Where It Meets in Brussels (So You Don’t Miss It)
You’ll meet at Oud Korenhuis 27, 1000 Brussels, at the entrance of the building. The entrance is described as having a white facade with red windows and a red door.
Once inside, the workshop is through the first door on your right. Your host should be there to welcome you.
Because this is a workshop inside a building, arrive a few minutes early. You want time to get oriented and settle in before the tasting starts.
Who This Workshop Suits Best
This is a great fit if you:
- like hands-on cooking classes where you’re actually making the food,
- want a Brussels activity that isn’t just walking and staring at landmarks,
- enjoy Belgian beer and want to understand it a bit better,
- like a group setting that still feels friendly and approachable.
It’s also a fun choice for couples and friends who want a shared experience with a practical payoff (the recipe).
You might want to skip it if you’re very sensitive to alcohol flavors or if you’re traveling with someone who needs wheelchair access, since the workshop isn’t suitable for wheelchair users. Also, pets aren’t allowed and smoking isn’t allowed.
Should You Book the Brussels Waffles and Beer Class?
Yes, I’d book it—especially if you want food done the hands-on way. The combination is genuinely smart: you taste three Belgian beers first, choose one to influence the batter, then eat what you made with a beer pairing. That feedback loop turns the session into more than a fun snack.
Book it if you’ll appreciate technique, not just taste. The step-by-step instruction and the take-home recipe make it easy to repeat later. And with unlimited waffles and a topping spread, you’re not walking away hungry or short-changed.
If alcohol-forward experiences feel like a no-go for your trip, then the workshop may not be your best match. But if you like beer and want a practical Brussels experience you can actually replicate, this one is an easy win.
FAQ
FAQ
How long is the Brussels waffles and beer workshop?
It runs for 90 minutes.
What happens first: beer tasting or waffle making?
The experience starts with a beer tasting session, then you make waffle batter using the beer you selected, and finally you cook and eat your waffles.
How many beers do you taste?
You taste 3 different Belgian beers during the tasting session.
Can I choose any beer for the batter?
After tasting the 3 beers, you can choose one to incorporate into your waffle batter. You can also choose the workshop’s own tripel beer, Bak’d Blonde.
What toppings are included for the waffles?
You’ll be able to eat waffles with toppings such as whipped cream, chocolate sauce, powdered sugar, jam, and Biscoff spread (and more options are available).
Is beer included with the waffles?
Yes. After the waffles are cooked, you can enjoy them with a beer of your choice.
Is the class taught in English?
Yes, the workshop is in English. Hosts can translate some parts if necessary.
Can minors participate?
Yes, but only participants aged 18+ are served alcoholic drinks. Minor participants are served non-alcoholic drinks. Children aged 16 and under should be accompanied by an adult on a 1:1 basis.
Where do I meet the workshop in Brussels?
Meet at Oud Korenhuis 27, 1000 Brussels. Enter the building at the entrance (white facade with red windows and red door), then go through the first door on your right to reach the workshop.
