From Thursday 1 to Sunday 4 May, visitors can sample some of Belgium's best food at the 17th edition of Antwerp Proeft culinary festival.
Numerous renowned chefs are busily preparing their signature dishes at the Rijnkaai (Waagnatie), as the Antwerp Proeft food festival kicked off on Thursday.
Until Sunday 4 May, people can sample around 100 different dishes from renowned restaurants, TV chefs and Michelin-starred chefs for just €6, €7.50 or €9.
This year's chefs include Wout Bru and Roger van Damme and world-class food trucks, master pastry chefs, BBQ champions and top chocolatiers Delrey and Boon. There are a total of 45 restaurants and specialty shops to explore.
Credit: Antwerp Proeft
"A dreamy start under a clear sky," the organisers wrote in a press release on Thursday. "We can't deny that the weather conditions are favourable during this long weekend," said organiser Claudia Engelen. Engelen also expects many hungry visitors in the coming days.
As well as the delicious dishes on offer, visitors can enjoy free cooking demonstrations and participate in workshops against the beautiful backdrop of the Scheldt.
Find more information on this year's festival here.
