Why Waffles Are Belgium's Most Tempting Street Food

Hey sweetie, ready for some sinful temptation? Then you'll love me. The waffle, Belgium's most tempting street food. But grab a napkin because when you touch my crispy sides, it's guaranteed to be hot. But what really turns my lovers on? And it was soft, delicious. It's very sweet, that's all I can tell you. It makes you happy when you taste some sweet things. In Brussels, you can hardly escape my charms. I'm everywhere here. But if you want me, you have to decide if you prefer the light and airy Brussels waffle or the sticky and sweet Liege version. My creators stand behind both my personalities in each waffle shop, like Sarah Schongen and Anton Donca. They bake me in the traditional Maison d'Antoine pastry shop. People have been indulging their sweet vices here for almost 200 years. And that's just the foreplay. Now a hot waffle iron is waiting for me. Its warmth caresses me and I release my tantalizing fragrance. But only beginners peak too soon. My grand entrance. When the waffle iron rises, my baker examines my freshly browned splendor. So much for Brussels. But now to the sugary sweet Liege me. I'm really something special. Oh, yes, when the sugar caramelizes during baking, it awakens my charms and makes me irresistible. I'm a bit of a fan of the sweet Liege. But in terms of sales, we're pretty much the same. Don't worry, we're getting family friendly again. Most don't like me so exposed. It's time for the toppings that drape my beauty. Generous drizzles of chocolate sauce on my hot crust. Tempting fruits, a gentle touch of sinful cream. Melt in your mouth ice cream. Cheeky, crunchy cookie crumbs. Well, is your mouth watering yet? No wonder some people can't hold back. I've got a problem with that. But not all of my lovers are obsessed. At most, they have a bit of a pastry fetish. A basic one with dark chocolate and cream. Liege waffle with strawberries and ice cream. This is mushroom waffle. I will buy another one. Whether as a Liege or Brussels waffle, I'm all over Belgium. Around the Grand Place in Brussels, you can find me on the street or in more refined cafes. I am always open to new ways. Some even dare to nibble me with savory fillings. Hot and crispy, baby. I've always been photogenic. They say my ancestors were prudish wafers in convents. Hard to believe, isn't it? My big break came in the mid-20th century when my Brussels version became popular in the United States. Simply called the Belgian waffle. Tourists especially succumb to my charms, but so do locals. My makers are no exception. A lunchtime quickie. Nobody can resist me. For a pastry made from simple ingredients, I'm pretty hot stuff. Don't you think?